My first yelp review ever...but have been looking on yelp for reviews since 2009 My reason for FOURstars: Oh My Starz...Parking!!!!! in San Francisco!!!! its not that it was teh best or teh worst worship; I hail from So Cal and LOVE LOVE LOVE my church there and would give it five tsars the Five stars is because it was all about GOD!!!!! I felt welcomed, was talked to and even got prayer after. The things that kept it from being a five star church NOONE HAD A BIBLE WITHI I guess, I am being nit picky...as the passage was written and handed out to all the congregants...but really, no one is encouraged to bring a B-I-B-L-E...just sayin' will go back until I move back to So Cal...it was God provided to me otherwise! read more

I walked away from religion over 20 years ago and two years ago was invited to this church. At first I was hesitant and skeptical. I have to admit the sound, lighting and video is incredible. Too incredible for comfort but I gave it some time and then decided that I was either going to commit or not. I soon realized that, like everything else in my life, I got out of it what I put into it. Here are the 3 major reasons I decided to make cornerstone my church: 1: I'm never browbeaten here. "Here's the bible verse and the message along with relevance to our current times." A little more elegant than that but you understand. 2: People here take their roles in the church seriously not themselves. 3: I feel comfortable enough and open to be fed spiritually here. If you're looking for a church that will tell you "you must come here and repent you sinner", then don't come here. If you're looking to connect with everyone you meet here, you will be disappointed but you will make some friends and connections. If you're ready to commit and give your soul a chance to be fed spiritually, then come here. YOU GET OUT OF IT WHAT YOU PUT INTO IT! read more

I decided to check out Cornerstone after a friend suggested it. This is what I pictured a modern church to be. You're not obligated to go everyday (at least I didn't get that vibe), but at least what is being said in the lecture by the pastor is something I can relate to and take home to reflect on. They have seating both downstairs and upstairs. There's a big flat panel tv upstairs so can see the pastor and the choir easily if you don't want to look down below. I'm a sucker for live instrumentation music and they have a band here complete with a guy on a drum set. Now that's awesome. read more

I really, really like this place, if I wasn't so involved in my other church, I would go here all the time. I too have noticed a slight standoffishness among regular members, but I think that is overcome pretty quickly and has a lot of to do with how much effort you are making to know people. Pastor Terry is an engaging, insightful speaker, his love of the Lord and his passion for the Bible are immediately evident. I really appreciate the effort they make everything their volunteers a ministry, I think it's really valuable to encouage people to look for creative/different ways to serve, and that's something they are really good at here. read more

Have been going here since the hubby and I moved to SF. I really enjoy everything about this place. There's substance in the messages. The Pastor really makes things applicable to your life and walk. The worship is great, but a little too "Rock On (finger in the air)" for me. Don't get me wrong they've got a ton of talent up there worshiping and praising God, but it's a little too polished for me. They also like to sing songs that they wrote - great, it shows creativity. However, I'd rather be able to get into praise, by singing songs I know and not having to follow the teleprompters. Wish it was a little more interactive (Pastor - Congregation - Pastor), but it's cool. Free Parking....major plus! read more

Great place to worship! Check it out, good preaching, good people, sound theology

This is such a gem in the Mission. The facility is smaller than I expected which gives it an intimate feeling. The seats are movie theater style and super comfortable. Go a little early to get some toast and Philz coffee from their cafe. They have free wifi so you can hang out comfortably if you want. The music here is incredible. They alternate between really upbeat music and melodic solos. The service is very simple, 3-4 songs, a message, finished with a song during the offering time. Great message, even better worship music, and really cool location. read more

It seems odd to yelp about a church. It's almost like bad karma if you don't give a good rating. We have attended this church a few times now to get a better feel of the community and sense of family. Whilst this place does remind us of the church we used to go to back in Chicago it also feels a little lacking. It's hard to put my finger on it. The location of this church makes it easy to get to and the number of services also help. The music is good, not as much sing-along as there could be. The pastor is a very good speaker and I feel gets through to the majority of the congregation but he doesn't always hit the mark with me. The seats aren't the most comfortable but they do seem to have technology on their side which is probably the thing that reminds us of our old church. It's very nice inside the church albeit a little dark I found. We are still not entirely decided yet - we will go some more times to really find out.... read more

Old theatre building repurposed to be church building. Dark and somewhat sleepy. Basic coffee bar operation in the foyer. Candles on the stage. A young, diverse praise team that keep it casual with converse and caps are earnestly involved in presenting a compelling musical and multi-media experience. A young middle-aged pastor steps up with better than expected style and offers good storytelling skills, corny but funny jokes, and meaty, intellectual and refreshing readings of Old Time classics like the Parables and the 10 commandments. One finale song and that leaves you with an emotional high and then you're out. I visited Cornerstone for the first time over 6 years ago when I first moved to SF. That day there was a hardcore rock performer leading worship and I ended up sitting next to a very zealous woman who insisted, after we revealed it was our first time there, that we shake hands with the pastor. Pastor Terry (or PT as some of the locals refer to him) very kindly smiled and shook my hand but had absolutely no idea who I was and I guessed probably wouldn't unless I became an active member of Cornerstone. As it was the first church I visited, I wasn't convinced that this was my final resting place so I continued to visit a different church almost every weekend for 2 years. One night I was at a wine and cheese party, when one of the other attendees reminded me of Cornerstone. It was like a light bulb went off. OF COURSE, why hadn't I been back to that church? I returned the following Sunday and have been going ever since. Cornerstone Church is a casual meeting place of believers in the city's Mission District. Hipsters, couples, and families flood in and out of this church yet during service, the group feels very intimate. If you're looking for a laid-back church experience, I haven't found any better than Cornerstone. They have opportunities to get involved if you should so desire (a connection series for newcomers, small community groups , outreach programs) or the opportunity to remain anonymous and just come weekly or monthly to be fed a nutritious spiritual meal. When we go, we skip the front entrance and instead head down the adjacent alley to take the kids upstairs to their rooms. (nursery, 2-3 yr olds, 4-5 yr olds all have their own rooms on the second floor- up to the third floor "treehouse" for kids 6 or older), and then go to our seats. We try and snag seats on the balcony, relatively easy if your 5 or more minutes early and then try to relax and grab a couple deep breathes before the music starts. (note: 9am service does not open the balcony until the downstairs is full and 10:30 is always the most crowded service). People don't really talk to you but they don't really ignore you either. The services always move at a nice pace, keep you engaged, and don't ever run long. They tend to have a very universally applicable message and though the group of people seems to be very Biblically sound, they seem to be very polite about how they share it and by no means show it down your throat. I have gone there for 6 years and still only recognize a hand full of people but I have really benefited from being there. Worship times: Sundays at 9:00am, 10:30 am and 12pm and (in a bold retro move) 5pm on Saturdays For more information, visit Cornerstone's website: http://cornerstone-sf.org/ After church, head around the block to Valencia to have brunch at Luna Park. It's got a great atmosphere and delicious food like Eggs Florentine and a mean Monte Cristo. Or if it's sunny walk two blocks to Dolores Street (grab ice cream at Bi-Rite on the way) and spend some time hang out and people watching in Dolores Park. read more

I have been going to Cornerstone for 1.5 years now, and am now a regular member of the congregation. They have 4 services- Sat 7pm, Sun 9am, 10:30am and 12 noon, and it's wonderful to see God work by allowing this vibrant community to flourish here in San Francisco. Each service is 1 hour long, and the typical format is as follows: 2-3 contemporary worship songs, a 20-25 min sermon with 3-4 key takeways at the end, and then closing out with a song, before a short benediction. To those who have come and not felt welcome, as a member of the church, I am truly sorry, I don't think that was ever the intention. To be sure, there is a somewhat pointless 30 sec of 'quick introductions' at some point of the service, where we're all supposed to say a quick 'hi' to people around us- I wish this time would be somewhat longer, and I try to focus on only one person during that time and to actually ask questions as to what brought him or her to Cornerstone. However, there are three reasons why I really like Cornerstone: (1) Pastor Terry's messages are truly insightful, and I feel they are very authentic. They are peppered with historical context and also what Pastor Terry has come across in his daily life, be it an allusion to a book he has read or an experience he has had. You can feel his sincerity shining through, and every so often I feel that God is speaking through him to us. Now clearly the hit rate isn't 100%- there are times when the message may seem overly simplistic or not personally relevant, but I like to think that during the times I am not touched, someone else is in a meaningful way. Pastor Terry is also ably backed up by associate pastors such as Pastor Kyung and Pastor Marty, who both wear their hearts on their sleeves. They are very genuine and warm, and clearly have a heart for people. (2) We are part of something wonderful unfolding here in San Francisco. The church hasn't overly emphasized missions in the past, although I suspect this is simply a result of the growth stage the church is at, and that at some point overseas missions will become relevant to Cornerstone. For now though, the harvest is plentiful right here in SF. To see such a diverse crowd of people come week after week, from all walks of life- rich, poor, church-goers all their lives, recent converts etc, to worship and praise God together in such a dynamic way is awe-inspiring. And of course, this isn't limited to Cornerstone alone, although I would argue that Cornerstone is a leading light in SF in this regard. (3) The music is great- generally focused on the best of contemporary Christian music today. While sometimes I can understand why people may feel the band is a little inward looking, or that it comes across more as a 'concert' at times, the music is at its best when Phil and the gang lead the entire congregation in praise and worship, so that we are all part of the same show, praising and worshiping God together. For all its considerable technical brilliance, the band is best when it reflects the genuine hearts of worship of the musicians. read more

Cornerstone seems truly to be a blessing of a church in my humble opinion. True the Pastor is awesome and the fact that it may seem that this church family is within themselves, perhaps it is only because they have been together for sometime but if one stays on long enough to allow them to fellowship with you then this what can be offensive to some will eventually show that they will too be a part of the so called clique group. I agree cliks happen almost everywhere, so it depends how another or we take that and fiddle with it our own brains. They also offer every type of group program to help establish helping to get plugged in better. Outreach, many bible study groups, dance ministry and they are a diversed multi-cultural church as well. check out there website and go to "SMALL GROUPS" and see for yourself! read more

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my name is Christopher Ruffino I just have a few things I would like to say 1.my life has truly been made rich do to the teaching of our Lord's word through not only the beautiful spoken word that Terry shares with us , what truly stirs my spirit is when the light's dim and the angelic voices begin to praise or Lord and Savior not only is God's house full of the Love that we are to share with each other . it truly is a blessing...... read more

I love this place. I always feel welcomed and invited. I love that their sermon is always understandable and easy to relate to. They also handout a paper with the passage that they are talking about so it is easy to follow and they even have a part where you can take notes. They also have great music which is contemporary Christian music. The entire service is about an hour so it is easy to stay focused and retain the message and enjoy your time. Don't be scared that there won't be parking because they allow you to park along the center island during service so I've never had a problem with that. You do however have to move it right after you get out of the service because they only allow parking there during service times. I didn't know that the first time I went and ate afterwards and got a ticket. I recommend you give Cornerstone a try. It's a great place for newbies or people that have been involved with church for a long time. read more

It was my first time attending this church and I found it most pleasant. They have parking underground so come early. The atmosphere was intimate and the praise and worship was excellent. We attended the Saturday service at 7pm and they started on time. Music was 30-minutes following by Pastor Terry's message on Psalms 42 and 43. The sermon was very thought provoking and I appreciated his personal insights. Dress attire was casual so the service was very relaxed and the place was packed. Pastor Terry ended his sermon at 8:15pm. Very nice church to go to. read more

Cornerstone Church is GREAT--God's presence is there. Pastor Terry's ability to share the gospel is wonderful, youthful and awe inspiring! He is intelligent with a great sense of humor. You leave Cornerstone feeling spiritually uplifted and energized. God works through Pastor Terry in an amazing way. I am delighted to say I had the privilege of being baptized at Cornerstone Church. I love it! I have never experienced a church like this one. read more

Cornerstone in the heart of the Mission district is a place I have found to be soul restoring in the midst of an often chaotic and stressful world. The music and worship is stirring and uplifting as well as amazingly accessible but professional execution. The messages from Pastor Terry are so very practical and engaging yet consistently deep in thought provoking spiritual warmth. Their technical skills in terms of sound, lighting and creative arts is top notch. Now that we are sheltering in place here that has translated into an incredible array of online opportunities from daily words of encouragement to their highly engaging Sunday online services. Check it out once and you will be back again and again. read more

I initially thought this church was cool, but then i realized after going a few times that it's run like a military camp (they tell you where to sit, what to do not do), and the people are cold and not very friendly. I gotta feel comfortable where i go to hear a message. Plus side: parking is free. read more

What a wonderful fellowship to be a part of! Both Pastor Terry and Pastor Luis have a way of really getting to the heart of the matter when it comes to living out your faith in Jesus. They are humble, passionate and truly Bible and Jesus-focused. Every time I go to church, I am inspired to live out my faith. The worship is amazing and my son loves the children's service upstairs. It really gives you, as a parent, the chance to focus and listen and be spiritually refreshed. read more

I have been attending this church for 10 years and have really found a community in which I can serve and be a part of. I have met so many true friends and wonderful people. I love it because people are real. I have met people from all different backgrounds and love the diversity (socio- economic, age, ethnicity and beliefs) People are all on different parts of their journey in their love relationship with the Lord. In my experience, it's far from homogeneous. You will find people that are like you and you will find people that are nothing like you as well. My world view has opened up because I've met so many diverse people who love Jesus having come from different backgrounds. Growing up in the bible belt of the midwest, this is refreshing. I love that... When I walked in this church 10 years ago, I felt like I had found "home." Joining a bible study group is key. I've met some of my best friends and community through women's groups, serving and married groups. Because the church has grown a lot over the 10 years, you do have to be proactive about getting plugged in. It's not as easy as a smaller church with only 100 ppl. So for some, this may not be what you're looking for. Cornerstone is +1200 with 4 services so about 300 ppl per service. You have to be willing to get connected, to join groups, to go to events or to volunteer etc. Pastor Terry preaches insightfully and to the heart while aligning with biblical foundation. To get deeper in the scriptures, the church offers in depth bible studies Wednesday nights as well as lots of bible study groups. If you're looking for inductive bible study and academic 3 hour sermons, this is not for you. The in depth study happens in bible studies during the week or in our own personal time. Pastor Terry is very intellectual but very good at connecting on life application. He reads a lot and he loves history so you can see elements of that weaved through out. One thing most notice or connect with is the worship music and the creative arts. We are all created to be expressive and creative beings. Cornerstone uses the talents of those in the church to share God's love in a artistic and beautiful way. The music is passionate, full of life and modern contemporary style. People are real, authentic and love Jesus and people. I really don't think any church has it all. We're all flawed people trying the best we can to love imperfectly. I would say, like anything, you have to try it and we as Christians should love and support each other as fellow Christians in the Bay Area. Often times, you read how people weren't happy with the experience for one reason or other. They didn't get what they were expecting out of the church. I really believe it's not about what we get out of it, it's what we can give. Cornerstone is a wonderful church but it may not be the best fit for everyone. The most important thing is that you find a home that you can be a part of. We are ONE church anyways. Hope this review is helpful and balanced! read more

Cornerstone SF is a Church where I feel not only welcomed but a great place to serve and find community. I would highly recommend any church shoppers to come and see for yourself! read more

My experience here has been great week in and week out. The messages are biblical sound and the worship is authentic and powerful. This is a place where I immediately felt welcomed into the family. Highly recommend! read more

I absolutely love Cornerstone church. It's like no other church I've been to. It's real, it's fresh, it's life giving. The people there are perfectly aware that they're sinners and love God because of his grace and heart. Pastor Terry is such a great speaker who really cares for the well-being of everyone in the church, city, and beyond. I only stopped going because it's really far from where I live now, but I really miss it and plan on going back regularly as soon as possible. Give this church a chance :) read more

This place is awesome! Families and single people, alike,will feel welcome and leave with a great sense of community and be encouraged to live life better than when you walked in! The Pastor is relevant and the music is top notch! Oh... and they have coffee and donuts and toast...yep, I said toast! read more

Oh, "Cornerstone Church" in the Mission? I went there for several years and the good points are assistants who look for parking space and watch over your cars,a parking garage, convenient location, coffee and appetizers for sale and a lovely church with a rock band that's not too loud. Pastor Terry Brisbane's sermons were just okay, not great but not awful but mostly forgettable. He's handsome, well-spoken but comes across in conversation as shallow and green. The Bad? I found plenty! I met a few genuinely nice people but there were some ill-mannered to passively hostile people who acted as greeters and ran the sign-ins. There was one particular gentleman greeter/attendant with a thin mustache who was passive-aggressive to just plain rude to me, constantly singling me out for lectures in front of the congregation. He would lecture me about "acting wild" when I was merely inquiring about a certain book at the bookstore and service was about to begin. A quiet nod and smile indicating that this was happening would have been more appropriate. For example we had a quiet Christian meditation exercise to walk with Jesus, as we all were slowly walking to our seats this fool loudly exclaimed at me "Where are you going?" and embarrassed me in front of everyone. Didn't he see that everyone else was going to his or her seat also? There was this hostile female who manned the sign-up sheet for the Singles ministry who had a very hostile anti-Male attitude and proceeded to lecture me about it not being a "place to pick-up women?" That was completely out-of-line in a church,that behavior belongs in a man-hater's group. A big sign signifying what it was without an rude attendee talking down to signers would have been better. The Singles ministry/group is like most Singles groups. It's a great way to remain single, period. It has fun activities like field trips to Ocean beach to sing hymns by a bonfire, going bowling or attend a baseball game. It's worse than "Sierra Singles" where you will see the same people, year after year who are not likely to find a partner and end up in useless Singles groups because they simply don't fit into the potential dating profile. But you can feel "holy" and chaste with other people who have no intention of finding a partner and want to remain single. There were some rude parishioners also. I remember this mother and her little daughter who she allowed to run wild. I was speaking to her while seated next to her. I smiled and made some faces to her little girl who promptly spat into my face. Instead of disciplining her daughter, she said it was my fault for making faces at her. She used every opportunity to make passive-aggressive put-downs aimed at me. When her little girl was walking on the chair arms which was potentially dangerous she looked at me and said to her "Is he making you do this?" indicating that her daughter's misbehavior was "other people's fault" and not teaching responsibility to her. Hey lady, you don't need me to "forgive you", wake up and discipline your child who is turning into a spoiled brat the way you are pampering her. You are acting like an unfit mother with your neglect and teaching her contempt for others, especially men. You, not your daughter need a good lecture and sent to bed without supper. There was this Filipina who was married to one of the church leaders who also greeted and "praised" me but her body language, way of talking to me and facial expressions masked her hostility to me. It made her "blessings" false, truly taking His name in vain. And I worked in a job with heavy public contact and can read people quite well thank you. For those of you still going to this church who think I'm being "petty" I don't go to worship in God's house to be insulted and treated with contempt. The Reverend Terry Brisbane needs to be more aware of the misbehavior of his staff as he, at the end, is responsible. I wrote a letter later describing my complaints that he didn't bother to answer, it also included my e-mail address. That clod attendant with the mustache may feel powerless at his regular job and may need to put down others to justify himself. He needed to be removed from his duties, as his behavior did not belong in the Lord's house. He managed to turn me off to church-going for awhile. I'm currently going to a church where the attendees are courteous, the parishioners generally friendly and compassionate and the Pastors truly wise, experienced in life's hardships, and willing to listen and give sound advice. My time at "Cornerstone" did help me through a difficult time but it was like getting help along with a poke in the eye or being insulted also. I don't miss that church and I would discourage others to not waste their time and seek a church where they are treated with dignity and respect. "Christianity Lite" is what "Cornerstone" is to me. Sincerely, Clam read more

My family and I absolutely love being part of this community & culture. We've been attending now, for some time. LOVE the mission & mandate of this place...to live out our faith in Jesus, and invite others into life with Him. To be the best Christ-follower I can, in real-time...in real-life...for real...with my best authenticity. I love our lead pastor, and his family. What an amazing communicator. He has been happily here his enire life (which doesn't normally happen in this city)...he is the real deal. Y'all definitely should come through...experience the wonderful, inspirational, life-changing things that are happening here... read more

We shopped around for a "candlelight service" on line on Christmas Eve and found this church. When I noticed that it was located in the Mission District of San Francisco I was concerned that it would be a rundown place in a not-so-great neighborhood. What a fantastic service it was with fabulous music and a very cozy and delightful atmosphere. read more

I am one of the worship leaders at this church. My name is Jonathan. Apparently (according to some yelpers) me and the rest of the band are a "Clique". We are "stand-offish" and "inward." Well, on any given Sunday 1500+ people will attend this church and I am only one person. I am sorry I can't say "hello" or even offer a friendly smile to everyone, but if you would like to chat you know where to find me on Sunday mornings. I mean that. No sarcasm intended. read more

Wow, WoW, WOW! This church is AMAZING! They make everyone fill so welcomed! When you are here, you are TRULY FAMILY! There is something for EVERYONE, all the way from babies, kids, youth and adults! I wish I didn't have to leave EVER! read more

This church and it's flock turned out to be quite a disappointment. There is no sense of community, it is extremely CLIQUEY, and I did not feel welcomed. I expressed an interest in getting baptised, after completing two separate classes. I was told by Pastor Sam he would call to discuss the baptisum, well he had some excuse why he couldn't call and told me he would have someone else call, so I waited for TWO hours ( that was my assigned time frame) no one called. When confronted Pastor Sam tried to tell me it was my fault. Pastor Sam and I then scheduled a face to face meeting, were we discussed me getting baptised, I had a few questions regarding the process that Sam answered but he didn't show any interest in getting me involved in the next baptisum, i also expressed an interest in a bible study group, Pastor Sam told me he had one in mind and he would put me in touch, well almost two months after the meeting I still have not heard back from him. I could go on and on with a few other things but I'll stop here. Pastor Sam has made it very clear he is not interest in helping me in my journey to know god. Therefore my conclusion is - this can not be one of GOD's churches. read more

LOVE this church! Great staff, amazing music, life changing messages, phenomenal creative dramas/expressions, great community & so much more!! Make sure to watch the Christmas & Easter plays! read more

About a year and a half ago I was introduced to Cornerstone Church by an acquaintance of mine. Although I did not have a traditional Christian upbringing, I was moved by the music and full band at the beginning of each Sunday service. During the summer of 2006, the senior pastor, Terry gave a wonderful summer lecture series about pursuing one's God-given dreams. My weekly jaunts from my Mission apartment to the Sunday morning services became routine for the following 6 or 7 weeks. One Sunday morning, after the service, I approached Pastor Terry and introduced myself. I told him how moved and inspired I was by his summer lecture series. I then posed the question: I asked him, as a gay man, how am my viewed by his church and is there a place for me in his congregation. His mouth dropped. His body language contracted and he replied, "We adhere to STRICT biblical teachings and condemn homosexuality." For the the next several seconds he tried to maintain a constrained, polite, demeanor, but I got the picture loud and clear. I stumbled home in a daze back to my Mission apartment feeling as though I had just been whacked across the head by a psychic two by four. It was traumatic to say the least. In a nut shell, this is a traditional evangelical Christian church that tries to pass itself off as a "progressive" church and is NOT inclusive. I'll give Pastor Terry credit though where it is due. He is a dynamic speaker and his sermons left me filled with hope and inspiration...until I was rejected for being queer... read more

Pastor Terry is awesome! I have been going for at least eight years but embarrassed to say, rarely and usually only during times of heartache. Yet almost every time I go, Pastor Terry is relevant and touching in his teachings. The band and beautful voices of the singers have at times over the years brought me to tears. I find the service to be healing and truly a blessing. read more

yes, free parking..even on saturday nights (but might be a bit harder since spaces seem limited) i LOVE the worship team. contemporary and sometimes play their own songs that they write. but also plays the usuals you hear on WOW worship cds. and will also play some mainstream artists/songs like lifehouse, switchfoot, and the fray. very talented and you can tell they spend a lot of time putting in together. they always have different musicians that rotate in and out and singers are very talented. messages from pastor terry are easy to follow and usually has theme to it. but he always covers what they talked about previously and always relates the message back to real life and some of his own experiences. it's also a good church if you like the in and out kind. usually an hour long, and they don't push you to turn to the next person and "give them a big hug and say god loves you!" i've been to churches were it's 1 hr. 45 minutes and spends unnecessary time going over the calendar, events, and "who's new here to the church so we can welcome and embarrass you." but also a good church if you want to volunteer, serve god, and make connections. the plays and presentations that they put on during the holidays are also great to experience. i especially like their communion services that happens once awhile. a good time to really worship god through prayer and music. still looking for a similar church like cornerstone out here in honolulu, hawaii. so if you guys know of any, let me know! read more

We loved this church, we lived in SF for about six months and were so happy when we found it. Their children's church was great for our daughter (3 at the time). It's been just about a year and I still stream Pastor Terry's sermons when I am on the road or can't be at church on Sunday. Very inclusive and communal place we felt at home right away. Looking back it was one of my favorite parts of the city. read more

Shuttle takes you to the church. So you are without transportation. Without saying that people standing in line to get into the church. First remark I heard when I tried to get to the end of the line. The church is full they don't let anybody in 15 minutes before the service started. Had to talk to 2 staff members to get me a shuttle back to my car. Shuttle finally came after more than 10 minutes. All of this with a 2 and a half year old on my arm. No thank you but wish you a merry Christmas. read more

Went to this church from out of town. It was very modern and planned out. The message was pretty good although it did not totally speak to me. It could have been my frame of mind but still a church worth checking out to see if it is the one for you. read more

The talent of the musicians is mind blowing. Pastor Terry is entertaining to watch, insightful, and truly humble and I always look forward to his lessons. read more

This is a wonderful Church. The staff is great and Pastor Terry is Awesome.

This church is awesome! I really like how it is ethnically diverse along with a good range of ages too. I honestly am impressed to see the church body represented with all different ages, ethnicities, and SES backgrounds. Its like the book of Acts coming to life! The pastor is also really engaging and personable. Pastor Terry's messages are always relevant, thought provoking, biblically sound, and consistently challenges me to grow in my walk with the Lord. Since I have been coming here for some years now, I must say that the one difficulty about this church is getting connected. There are around 1500 people who attend here and four different services, so building relationships with people can often be a challenge. On the other hand, I can honestly say if someone takes the connection classes, joins a small group or serves somewhere in the church it is definitely possible to make this church a great place for community! So my conclusion for all of you who are on the search for a church community: Check it out, and if you like it, get connected :) read more