This is such a wonderful and friendly place, I feel so safe here it feels very wholesome and…read moreinviting! The congregation is a melting pot and I love the multi generations. I enjoy the singing group. My teenager loves the youth group super plus!! This is definitely the church family We were looking for ~ friendly welcome center and lots of fun activities after church too~ So thankful we're found this family friendly place we call our new church.

It was very fun and the people were very nice they have lots of fun events and we learn and worship…read moreGod.

I started with a strong 3.25 rating. Then added points for scenic views, moderste to high…read moredifficulty level, and lastly for endless mileage. The fiddg 1.2 miles are steep steep and steep. As a runner, its not easy to run all the way. For hikers, it will test you. Once on top of the ridge, the views are nixe, the workout can be challenging and the rest stops are welcomed. Parking is located within the open door church, but the trail can be accessed by a side route along a fenced trail. I did enjoy the benches that were provided by the local church, nice gesture. Pets welcomed on a leash. Based on the Glendora ridge mtwy. Once these attributes are added on, the rating is a strong 4 star.

This is about the trail not the church... I came on Feb…read more27th Friday ~1pm and it was a hot day for this time of year but not intolerable.... unfortunately tho there were so many bugs we got bitten hardcore so totally recommend bug spray, we only used sunblock since there isn't much shade. The trail is on the church compound which is super huge and very pretty we drove around to check it out... This isn't a beginner trail which is something other reviewers dont mention? The switchbacks are steep and curvy and many rock sliding areas, it also looks like it can get muddy you can see other animal tracks deep! There are random benches one was broken so be careful. We actually didn't make it all the way this time I think we were like 30 min short so we want to try again we did an hr up with small breaks to take pics and sit on benches. We had a 64 ounce water bottle and we drank it all fyi. We also ran into a rattle snake coming down, he warned us with his rattle and scurried away into the bushes and we also saw wild deer roaming the property! So be careful there are warning signs, ppl come here at night too but I dont think its a good idea cuz of those switch backs. Really pretty here, there was no one when we came super peaceful.

This is a wonderful little Christian church that is very warm, friendly and loving. The moment you…read morewalk in they make you feel welcome, like you are one of their family. During the early worship the music sounds amazing because the church band uses the theater's sound system. I really enjoy that the sermons are easy for me to understand and always supported by scripture. You will leave with so much joy in your heart. Highly recommended! They are located at the Performing Arts Theater in Downtown Covina. They rent the theater for their church services every Sunday morning.

Small private theater church that I felt so comfortable and excited about to share with everyone…read more It's so cozy here and small which I live with shy sweet people that I'm planning to loosen up with fun great conversations. :-) I met a lady next to me...forgot her name at the moment. She had 2 sons and a daughter on the way named Victoria due 4 days before my Serenity. I'm feeling good. Can't wait to experience my first day here as I sit here listening to this real pastor speak. Come check it it. I'll be here for the next 40 days as we get into "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren. I already read this book 3 times but it's always great to reflect and take each day at a time studying daily chapters and seeing how the journey has changed and growing. Thank you God. God is good...all the time.

Love this church! Love how everyone is so welcoming and family-oriented. When I first came here,…read morebasically all of the members of the church greeted me and introduced themselves, which I have never experienced at other churches. This church is perfect for believers and non-believers alike. This church brought me closer to God and I can't wait to see the church grow! In terms of the sermon, it's doctrine-based and very engaging. The Pastor, Eric, is so nice and personable! I love the way he preaches and every message is gospel-driven! I also really love the events the church holds, such as care groups and celebrations. Truly a great church that is now my home church. I highly recommend!!

I've been attending Christ First for 6 months now. I am a…read morelife long church attender. I began attending this church when I moved to the area. The church itself is beautiful and vintage with a beautiful steeple and organ pipes within. It appears to be built to glorify God, with all its beauty and splendor, which pleases me and adds to my worship experience. They have 3 services currently: 9 am , which is classic with traditional hymns. 10;30 am, which has modern music 10:30 am, Spanish speaking service There are classes after church for those who desire to attend. They have community groups, and lots of ways to be involved, The lead pastor, James, is a great speaker and teacher. He is truly a man of God. He is humble, kind and radiates Jesus. The Spanish speaking pastor also has the same qualities as pastor James. There is a child's pastor, Cameron. He also is kind, patient, humble and radiates Jesus. I attend every Sunday, and Every Sunday, I leave with inspiration to better myself, as well as the comfort that only comes from the Holy Spirit. I cannot say enough good things about this Church. God is there, I can feel Him. Matthew 18:20 If you are looking for a church to call home, filled with the love of Jesus, I highly recommend this Church.

The "modern church services" caught my attention and this was our first time attending the church…read more The services began at 10:45am so we were able to eat breakfast get ready and headed over there. They opened up with music and prayer, had treats for the kids and gave an introduction. They dimmed the lights and began the Spider-Man movie. It wasn't the entire movie but the clips were long enough to keep my daughters attention for the pause. They paused the scene, used the same background of the pause and the pastor appeared as if he was part of the movie. He'd then correlate the scene with the word of God along with scripture. Then began another another movie scene and the pattern repeated. The video was done extremely well and I was quite impressed. The belief of God has slowly and steadily been fading away but fortunately this church has an innovative pastor willing to take a modern approach that will surely bring back the faith. Thank you for taking the time to read about my spiritual experience today, God bless.

How great is our God, sing with me How great is our God, and…read moreall will see How great, how great is our God... 5/5 Ministry Confession once the regular. They have the Sacrament available at different times during the week. We've gone Saturdays and Wednesdays. 4/5 Parking Smaller lot compared to other parishes in the area. But there is street parking available as well. 5/5 Likelihood to Return We return on the regular for Confession. Even though it is not our home parish we visit the Sacraments there and we've always felt welcomed. Psalm 60:7, God bless and Stay Prayed Up

Great church, but I can't understand the priest through his heavy Indian accent. Wish they'd have…read moresomeone else doing mass , God Bless him

I couldn't believe how beautiful and pristine this church still was. I've not been here, but I went…read morehere when I was a preteen and teenager with my mother in the 1970s. This might be interesting for someone to read. I remember the beautiful park next to the church where we go and I remember Badillo Avenue was very quiet at that time. On the street across from the church, where many beautiful old craftsman homes and old Home spread apart by large yards it seems some of those are gone. At least the old town behind the church is still there. However, I cannot get over how beautiful the church still was remembering the stained glass windows, gorgeous, wood, trim, and stonework. It is really a marvel to look at. I wish I could find a beautiful church like this where I live but my memories of this church I'm so grateful to have from the 1970s.

again this is a great church with a pastor who is loving and compassionate. He is the real deal! A…read more9 am 5pm real pastor who is at the church daily ! I love this church

As a Catholic I've never been so disappointed and embarrassed of such a horrendous wedding ceremony…read moreI attended here. My cousin was getting married in October 2019 here and her fiancé is not catholic but Christian based as well as well as caucasian and does not understand or speak Spanish. So they made my cousin ( Latina) jump through all these hoops and had all these demands as well as demanding they know what kind of music they orchestra would play and if they had ever performed during a catholic ceremony etc. Which I contentedly understand, it's the house of God, it's should be respected. So we had the band rehearse songs that the church specifically asked ( Responsorial Psalm). No problem, done! She asked and met with the priest and they decided on a bilingual ceremony since her fiancé didn't speak Spanish. Fast forward to the day of the wedding. 1. The priest was a no show... no excuse, no explanation from anyone, nothing 2. Not one microphone was on 3. A visiting priest from mexico showed up in sandals super late and had absolutely no idea what was happening or maybe he had never performed a wedding before. It was a disaster 4. The priest didn't speak a lick of English and kept asking the groom questions ‍ The whole family was horrified. The band was completely caught off guard and didn't know when to play since the priest seemed to be wining it in his own way 5. So pretty much the priest made him repeat sounds and words during the vows. So something that was supposed to be beautiful and traditional, the reason she chose for a catholic ceremony was completely a joke at this point. My poor aunts who attend the that church left crying and so upset, while the non Catholics asked us if that's how all Catholics ceremonies are. This is one of the biggest reasons the younger generations are leaving the church, if the priests don't even care, why should anyone else. Ive never been so embarrassed in my life

When I moved to Azusa from San Gabriel, I was worried I wouldn't find a church I would feel…read morecomfortable at. I want to be able to connect to the priest that will help guide me as well as the rest of the Catholic Community into living a better life. I want a priest that would guide rather than reprimand or make you feel like a horrible person therefore leading to feeling uncomfortable and being pushed away. I've come to different mass times and have always felt welcome and at ease. All their priests have been very helpful and explain the lecture well enough for me to understand. Being a newbie a few years ago to Azusa, I wasn't sure how the community at this church would be but they all have been very welcoming and Wilson and I have even made a few new friends here. You tend to see the same people at the same spot at the same time on the same day but its nice to get to know them and even call them by name. The youth group as well as other groups in the church are active and has different activities through out the year. In all the masses' we've attended, even on the holly days, we've never had any trouble finding a place to sit. Parking is a bit difficult and crowded on the church grounds so we recommend parking at APU. The mass times are: Saturday 5:00PM English 6:30PM Spanish Sunday 7:00 am Spanish 9:00 am English 11:00 am English 1:00 pm Spanish 5:00 pm English Weekdays 8:30 am English 5:15 pm Spanish (Mo,Tu,Th, Fr) English (Wed) (1st Friday of the month) 7:30 pm Spanish