Best church that welcomes all faiths the message is well presented and clear for anyone to…read moreunderstand with an open heart and mind

Absolutely beautiful energy and experience. Grateful for the…read moreuplifting music and service, Helena K

This church is great! I have been going since I was little. They have an awesome children's…read moreprogram! If you are reading this you should check it out. they have multiple locations too!

I love this church! Pastor Rick is an amazing pastors full of the Holy Spirit. This church teaches…read morefrom the bible and doesn't distort it. They have a great ministry and outreach program. They also have men and women bible studies throughout the week.

A youth pastor here spread false information about me to multiple people across different states,…read morebeginning when I was 22 years old and the pastor was 30. From 2016 and until 2022. I was still in college in California, and he was visiting from Arizona. I'm writing as someone who has experienced firsthand what he does in these "ministry trips" he does in other states. I had actually tried to reconcile a misunderstanding directly and humbly. Instead of accepting that, he spent years quietly damaging my reputation, warning people away from me, to the degree local people warned me about him how he was spreading lies he'd heard from others without verifying them. When I finally brought this to the senior pastor, I was told to forgive and move on. I was told to stop contacting the board about it UNLESS my pastor was involved. However, my pastor from my church was in the process as a witness and he told me that we can't make SWC correct the lies if they aren't willing to- we've tried all the channels. I've even contacted the board about it, but they have not asked the youth pastor to correct the lies. Years later I tried again in 2026. The senior pastor conducted an investigation then he declared him innocent in the present and took no responsibility for correcting the lies that were spread over a prolonged number of years. It wasn't just lies but the youth pastor had tried to manipulate relationships with false information. I followed every biblical step according to Matthew 18. I approached the youth pastor directly. He stone walled. After the senior pastor knew of it, the youth pastor gave me a short apology that didn't really address what he did to spread the lies and there was no fruit of repentance to correct them. The whole situation was so immature and I left it on the table for years before contacting their board. Then the senior pastor told the board not to contact me unless there was a pastor from my church contacting them on this issue- despite that my pastor has already tried. I gave every opportunity. I saw no integrity that even secular businesses would show for a situation like this. This is not a heretical church but the pastor is extremely adept at emotionalism that lacks biblical integrity when it comes to upholding that among the staff. That's compromise and there is no Justice for a situation where there should be. I expected more from a "Christian" church to solve a simple situation instead of protecting their institution but SWC does not take the following commandment seriously nor do they change when given time to take responsibility. Maybe some day they would repent but that Is not happening within the circle of SWC leadership. "Do not go about spreading slander among your people; do not jeopardize your neighbor's life; I am the Lord." - Leviticus 19;16

My husband and I met the pastors of SWC through mutual friends. We were dating at the time. The…read morepastor offered us pre-marital counseling. We attended the sessions up until marriage even before making the commitment to attend the church. What stood out to me is that the pastor or it's members never asked us to attend the church. They simply served us and that was what attracted us to the church. SWC is our home church now. I am so grateful the Lord led us there. Aside from the people being wonderful, loving and kind, the teaching is superb. The church is also small enough to know others and big enough to choose from a variety of Bible study groups. This is one wonderful church and definitely worth giving it a chance to become your home church!

I've been looking for a spot to simply meditate in silence with others who share similar…read moreorientations and intentions for a few years. There's something about sharing that space with others that amplifies it's power (for me). I am globally familiar with Parmahansa Yogananda's teachings and resonate with what I know of them. As of the time of this review, the meditation hall is open for structured meditations Friday and Sunday evenings, and Sunday mornings. Website will have details. My first time on the grounds, I stopped by the welcome desk and was greeted by two friendly volunteers that shared information about both the founder and the Sunday morning process in general. They were warm and helpful, and I felt welcomed. There seems to be no distinct age, race, or gender that is predominant, though I have found fewer younger than older attendees. In the hall itself, there are two entrances facing west and one facing east which also serve as exits. I have found no particular designated route in or out. There is praying/singing/chanting at the beginning of the one hour Sunday morning meditation, and at the top of each hour for the extended evening meditations. Total time of silence in the one hour Sunday morning meditation is about 30 minutes. In my handful of visits, I have not felt like an outsider, or as if I was being judged or indoctrinated. I'm grateful to have found a silent safe haven of sorts in the middle of the city.

I attended their Sunday 10 AM lecture this morning. It was very welcoming and relaxing. I am…read morefamiliar with Yogananda's teachings. They gave me a welcome packet that had several free books and a schedule of the events. I enjoyed the meditation and the chanting. It was pretty much what I expected. There were a diverse group of ages and races there. Grounds were very well maintained and it would be nice to just go there to meditate and be outdoors. I would probably go there more often if it was closer to my house.

NOTE - this is for their voting poll and not the actual church, though it looks inviting and…read morepeaceful. Great set up for voting if you live in this district. I was so impressed by the efficiency of the volunteers working this location. No wait, immediate walk in to your voting booth. They hand you a smile and that coveted sticker to prove you are one of the cool kids. I would definitely come back to this location for future elections. Besides, you can't beat the views of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve when you walk out!

Church of the Beatitudes is a loving, LGBTQIA+ affirming group of people who are not afraid to ask…read moredifficult questions about faith. The church understands that our world is constantly evolving, and that new questions and conflicts arise regularly that challenge the core foundations of Christianity. Instead of doubling down on traditional dogma and slamming the door on any opposing thought, Beatitudes invites skepticism and attempts to honor the search for answers through a community that embodies peace, love, and support. Sermons honor today's challenges while examining theology through the lens of the life and teachings of Jesus, even though the church considers that there are many additional paths to spiritual enlightenment. The inside space is beautiful and reverent, featuring a thought-provoking 50+ foot stained glass window, and several other campus spaces have been newly-renovated. If you are in a period of questioning... If you have ever experienced trauma/frustration from mainline church, and still believe in something more... If you are looking for a community that embraces seekers on every part of the wide religious spectrum... Beatitudes is a place where you will be loved and nurtured, right where you are. One weekly service, Sundays @ 10:30 AM! Opportunities for kids and young families to connect. Music is blended and varied while incorporating professional talent from around the valley in service and concert.

It's hard not to be impressed by the simple but elegant design of this house of worship on 7th Av…read more and Glendale Av. From a low broad entry area, the rest of the building rises toward a high focus. It is symbolic of a community that reaches for enlightenment while being grounded in inclusiveness. It is a welcoming church, and for me, concrete evidence for that is its allowing Dignity, a group of Catholics disallowed by the hierarchy from holding services in the main Catholic church buildings because of rigid dogma against LGBT orientations, to use its chapel for fellowship and solemn worship services. Faith communities of churches like this shine like beacons in a milieu often darkened by intolerance.

My family and I have been going here for years. Solid doctrine, preaching, and community.read more

I've attended Phoenix United Reformed Church since 2003 and can't express enough just how great…read morethis church has been. First, and most importantly, the preaching of the word has been consistent and true to the reformed confessions. But also, the church leadership and the church body have been wonderful to me and my family. For anyone who is looking for a place that provides solid biblical instruction then this is the place. I highly recommend it!

Beautiful Church. Beautiful service. Very welcoming congregation and community. We will be helping…read moreand supporting our community church for years to come.

This is a beautiful church. The bells ring on the hour and love hearing them. Not Catholic but went…read moreto a funeral there. Does this parish ever have rummage sales? Just wanted to donate if they do.

Paradise Valley Baptist Church is a wonderful down home church! Everyone is extremely welcoming!!!…read moreThey sing newer contemporary music as well as hymns all from a hymnal! Pastor Jim Lanning speaks from the New King James Bible and is wonderful at bringing the Word of God to life! He's down to earth, easy to talk to and the same person behind the pulpit as he is everywhere else. He is a special man with an extraordinary heart for the Word of God and for people! The people at this church are like family, they hug everyone! This church is an exceptionally loving and excepting body of Christ. It is always a joy to worship with them!!!

From the owner: We are so glad you chose to explore God with us. Please join us for our next Sunday morning worship…read moreservice. Join YOUR story to GOD'S story to change the WORLD'S story Our church is a living organism that has a role in the kingdom that only our chu

Kind and welcoming community. Pastor Jean is a great speaker, and always has a warm and encouraging…read moremessage.