My sister and her husband moved to Monroe in early 2000's and made Cascade their home church. Each year we would go to Christmas Eve service with them, and as their family grew and ours also we also joined for the fall festival/carnival and other activities. My son and I looked forward to the events every year. My sister, brother in law and nephews enjoyed the programs there and were regular (maybe tardy) attendees. I have found the services to be varied and energetic, focusing on family and love. I especially enjoyed the candlelight services.
I have always been impressed with the community outreach that they do. Each Holiday they chose a local cause to support, and do a pass the hat type of thing to garner awareness and support. It's moving and neat to see them reach outside of their home congregation and make a difference in the community at large.
This last year, we experienced a devastating loss. One of the pastors came with the police to notify us of our loss. He knew them, and was able to give comfort on that first night. They reached out, and held us through this process. They were patient and kind, and dealt with our crazy through the grief. They offered support, and gave our family a place to be safe from the chaos surrounding our tragedy.
Ours is thankfully not a normal situation, but I will tell you I am impressed by the love that group shows, the patience and the sense of community. As far as an organization goes, they have engaging content, and fun activities (esp for the kids), but as far as Christians go, I'm completely blown away by the whole. read more