We visited for the first time this weekend and immediately felt welcome. Several people introduced…read morethemselves without making us feel pressured or uncomfortable. The worship team did a great job creating an atmosphere that was both uplifting and genuine. The message was practical, biblical, and easy to apply to everyday life. We left encouraged and plan to come back.

I am going to say a few things. FIRST, those who say, " i don't feel welcome, no one was friendly,…read morethey don't even speak about God, and they brag about their money, and it felt like a cult." clearly you didn't get the message at all. calvary chapel chatt is the most family welcomed, faith built, and wholesome environment ive ever been too. second of all, cults are what they refer to as, devil worshippers and Biden voting party's . third, if you don't feel welcome? maybe grow some guts and go introduce yourself to someone. I am not a worker or pastor for calvary, but I am a proud calvary chapel Christian. so next time you decide to leave a poor review because it wasn't all gold and rainbows in your preferred image, dig deeper into what it is Calvary does what they do. because I'm sure if you have the time to leave a poor review, you have enough time to go and actually get connected and grow your faith in your walk with God. because after all, that's what Calvary tries to teach everyone, GOD first, family second. so, to all you haters, calvary loves you, God loves you, and i hope maybe you give Calvary Chatt another go PRAISE GOD

Great church awesome people amazing services. The music is insane. I would suggest this church to…read moreany one.

We visited there today (9-5-2021) hoping to find a church we could be part of in the future…read more Sadly, even though the praise & worship was wonderful and the people friendly, we couldn't stand the extreme volume! So very loud it gave me a headache and really hurt my husbands ears (he has tinnitus) to the point that he had to cover his ears with his hands the whole time. Jason Crabb sang and the words were beautiful, but again so horribly loud it was painful. We were hoping to at least enjoy the pastors message but he was so loud it was unbearable and we had to leave. We were told to use earplugs when we were leaving but I have birth defects in my ears and can't and WHY does the service have to be so loud that earplugs are offered or necessary!!!!

This church has such a peaceful atmosphere. The building is clean, comfortable, and well…read moremaintained. The lighting during worship created a warm environment without feeling overdone. Everyone we met was kind, and the service flowed smoothly from beginning to end. It felt like a place where people genuinely care about one another.

We were able to connect, worship, and thrive within our community. We felt as if this was a…read moreperfect, loving, safe space for anyone.

We recently moved to Chattanooga and have begun the process of looking for a church. I think we…read moremay have found it. We found Journey to be warm and friendly. The teaching was excellent and in a discussion format that we found interesting and informative. We will come back and visit again.

I greatly enjoy this place of worship. They usually have a service every Saturday morning. They are…read morequite involved in the community. I like the easy, very friendly feel you get with the people here. Plus for the coffee lovers, they have a complimentary coffee counter when you enter the place.

Visited the Well on Saturday morning while staying with close friends in the area. I enjoyed the…read moreprogressive feeling of this church. I grew up in the SDA church but my husband is not SDA and he mentioned a few things he enjoyed that were not typical of the SDA churches we've been to--The table seating (no rows) and come-as-you-feel attire was a pleasant surprise. He was nervous wearing jeans because he feared it wasn't "sda church appropriate" but he relaxed when he saw the pastor wearing jeans, too! He also pointed out the way the offering and tithe was collected was different-no "God needs our money" spiel. When we come back to the Chattanooga area, we'll definitely attend again.

We brought our kids for the first time, and they actually asked if we could come back next week…read more The children's ministry volunteers were wonderful, check-in was simple, and everyone made our family feel welcome. The adult service was engaging, and the worship music was excellent. Overall, it was a great experience for our whole family.

We love this church. Been going for over a year now. Love Pastor Tony!! Many small groups for…read moresingles marrieds and young adults. Great nursery and kid programs as well.

I ve visited a good amt of times and I ve prayed and asked God to please lead me in…read moremy words. Here goes. I find the people sweet kind and loving people but I am concerned with the message and the way they convey Gods message. You have Block buster Sunday where this pass Sunday you based your message on Andy and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story. While I realize your intentions were good they were missing the true teachings of God. Sunday is the Lords day. A day to honor and worship to God. It's his holy day. I felt that God was not fully honored. This way Of teaching may be ok for children ages 3 to 8 but not on a Sunday. Maybe on a Wed. Nite service. Also you had brite flashing lights like on a Broadway musical And dancers up on stage and one lady(last week) dressed in a very small outfit that had sequins and was not appropriate in showing God honor. The flashing lights From what I ve read in previous reviews cause people with health issues to have seizures. And I can testify that the music While I too love loud music this made my chest vibrate. Please know I know many of Your members and I love them as well as all of you and I ve been in much prayer about this and asked God to guide in my words not to offend but only to advise. I just felt God was not honored or put first.

Venue church has changed my life. It's because of this church that I have learned more about Jesus…read moreand the power of his work in my life. Pastor Tavner is very knowledgeable in the Word and bible and always comes with a fresh powerful word! My kids absolutely love Venue Kids and every time I bring them I trust that they are safe, well taken care of, and having fun! This church has been an answer to prayer and changed my life!

We visited a dozen churches in the Chattanooga area and were impressed with many, but for us this…read morewas the best. We've been attending North Shore Fellowship now for 3 years and love it. We found the worship experience has been great. The messages have consistently nourished us, the music uplifting and well done. We've gotten involved in a fellowship group and have grown in friendships and have been enriched by the many ways the church and its members are involved in the community and the world. I'd highly recommend to inquiring minds and serious christians alike.

3.5 stars We recently moved from out of states and have been looking for a church to call home. I…read morewent here by myself one time and then brought my daughter and husband a second time. The worship was so God honoring a beautiful and the message was good. The only thing that was missing to us, was it was not very welcoming. Although people appeared to be connecting to one another which was beautiful to see. There was nothing addressing newcomers, someone walking in new, no greeters, no way of knowing what was next if you wanted this to become your church home. The space is limited so no place really to connect (like lobby, this one is VERY small) Definitely needs some sort of way for new combers to feel welcomed even if it was mentioned from the pupit, like if this is your first time, we would like to welcome you and so in so is available for questions after the service, or please fill out this welcome card and one of our staff will contact you. Just really lacked in this area. But I have to say the worship was so beautiful.

If you take a ferry from Dover to Calais, then "The Crossing" takes about 45 minutes. And if you go…read moreback again, then you're double-crossing somebody. Not sure who, but they're probably French. What I love about this church is the massive cross they have put on the highway which everybody can see going by. It's a real landmark and it's very cool. Anything like that, which gives a city character, and memorable iconic images, can only be a good thing. What I don't love about this church is that the design of the actual church is pretty nondescript and modern industrial (boring). However, the crosses earn the 3 stars.

If you are looking for a new church where the congregation is friendly and the message is always on…read morepoint then this is the church for you. You could not ask for a more discerning pastor who truly cares for his congregation and for the mission field. Consider giving The Crossing a chance. Look for the 3 huge crosses.

In following God's direction, I joined Abba's House as He showed me this is where I can continue to…read moregrow my relationship with Him, Jesus and Holy Spirit. My growth had stagnated in the traditional Southern Baptist church where I had grown up. I have heard others say that they felt Holy Spirit as soon as they walked through the door and this too has been my experience.

Who would write..."best church in the area..." ? I just pray all the people who have criticized…read morehow the service goes can stop getting so much of the attention during worship service. It is very clear "these people" have caused some real toward the pastor(s). . Now it hurts all of us. Reprimanded regularly. Sigh. Tired.