Spirit Garage is a comfortable place that values individuals and independent thought. As someone…read morethat wandered away from organized religion after high school (for the same reasons, many people reject faith entirely), I found myself longing for an authentic church community. I've met a great group of people not only studying and questioning religious doctrine through today's lens but also living their beliefs in earnest, as imperfect humans striving towards peace, justice, compassion, and understanding, and although on the fringe, still worthy of God's grace. Pastor Holly is very cool. She begins each service with a centering poem and stresses that "all means all" not only in word but in practice. There are now five different bands, so each week is a different experience with many types of music for you to enjoy from rock to folk and more, including one group that has a clogger! There are local coffee and snacks as well as an art table, and participation is optional depending on one's personal comfort level. Although the format is similar to regular church service, it takes place at the Hook and Ladder Theatre, is stripped down, casual, and "church" just really doesn't cut it. I've also enjoyed events outside of a typical church format, from sharing a meal or taking part in several book discussions. We've read about other religions, dissected "scary church words," even reading secular works that also have significance and talk about how our personal experiences shape our viewpoint. Coming up, we are reading "Red State Christians" by a local author, and I can't wait to continue on this journey with new friends.

So . . . I pretty much give all churches I visit a five because i am not sure one can really give a…read moregood review after one visit. I was visiting MN to officiate a wedding and being away from my own congregation I always try to visit somewhere else. Remember that this was one person's - a pastor no less - perspective and if you are looking for a church, you must give it more than one or two visits. Spirit Garage was a good overall experience and if i were looking for a community it would warrant a return trip or two. The things I enjoyed - The band was solid. Most bands do not pull off doing secular songs very well, but they were solid; - Leadership was diverse in terms of male/female; - Pastor was talking to this community; - Casual feel - Multigenerational - Easy parking - Theologically grounded Stuff that didn't jive with me - Where are all the brown people? I understand this is MN and might be why I would not move here, but there were only three non-White folks in the space of 70-80 people. - Hard to create talk back in a theater style setting. Everyone is facing forward so are not looking at each other. Again, one visit so check it out for yourself.

Padre Kevin is amazing! He is has such an amazing personality. The church itself is stunning! Love…read moreit!

Some church communities might have fish frys during Lent or bake sales to raise money but at…read moreSt.Joans we do soup. The soup suppers at St.joan are one of the things I look forward to all year long. We will not miss one of the six Wednesday night dinners if possible. I really enjoy trying all of the home made creations that other families share with love. There is always a mix of old world traditional tomato and bean soups and often a mix of something new and sporty like quinoa squash or tofu noodle. In recent years grilled cheese has been added and there is always the staple bread, milk, juice and cookies. Its much more than soup. It's also sharing time with our great community and making new friends. There is also a great line up of after soup prayer services and sing alongs that I really enjoy if I can get away from the kids!

This is the most loving, Christ following body I have ever experienced over 60 years. They have…read moretaken those, like broken china, see us through God's eyes. It holds my healing together as the Japanese repair China with gold. It makes some beauty of the suffering that we have, do and will live/die through. I can only hope any negativity because it is not strict enough for them, they will see those of us that have been crushed by life have a healing place we need. I am so weary and only hope there is someone who can get me to the community I need.

Nice. Fast. All churches should be this small and intimate…read more Originally founded to serve Minneapolis's African-American population in the early 20th century, the church now serves a de facto majority white congregation, judging by who attended & celebrated Mass. The church stays faithful to its roots by sometimes using an African-American hymnal, and the crucifix over the tabernacle is a polished wood, hand-carved African version of Christ.

Welcoming to visitors, seems to be a right knit congregation with lots of love for Jesus and each…read moreother. If I lived in Minneapolis, this would be a comforting parish and a loving place to receive the Eucharist. Highly recommend for visitors in the area. They use the lead me, guide me hymnal which is a personal favorite.

The Holy Spirit is very much alive and present in this place…read more Pastor Curtis simply ask you to follow him as he follow price

Everytime i visit here, it gives a family feel…read more Ambiance: This is a small, non-denominational church that provides outreach services. From the outside, it reminds me of an old tv repair shop with stain-glass windows and a small parking lot adjacent to the building. It stands on the corner of Chicago and 38th Street, two very busy and infamous intersections, that have their own stories to tell. The inside of the church is small; two level. When you walk into the double door, there's a small entryway and then a room of many chairs and a pulpit that takes up the majority of the west wall. It's a modest church, with a congregation that is warm, inviting and friendly. Your greeted by ushers and provided with a bulletin of what's going on within the church weekly and for the month and sheet to give any prayer requests that you may have. Service: You're coming for the message, but I suppose the combination factor are the people as well, who help make up the congregation or who visit. The Pastor, Curtis Farrar, preaches a message that has passion and heart and knowledge, but he has an approach that makes him relatable and real. He seems to really care if you have a relationship with God and wants to teach you how to. They have prayer on Monday at 7pm, Bible Study on Wed at 7pm, Friday night service at 7pm, Sunday services at 9 & 11am. I'll be back!

A warm cozy inviting place. Explore your curiosity in Zen Meditation or expand your existing…read morepractice. The Center offers daily sitting meditation, weekly classes and lectures, and monthly intensive meditation retreats. If you have children, I highly recommend bringing them to Dharma Family Sundays, held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.

This church became my spiritual safe haven. Between the constant work to support and lead social…read morejustice actions in the cities to creating a community where all are welcome. Great community for those in their 20s and 30s.

Went to this "church" for around 6 years; in that time, I saw firsthand the harm they inflicted…read moreupon young children and the young adults in their "religious education" classes. It is extremely saddening.