North Como was my church for over 20 years, its not the building i will miss most, but the memories…read moremade there. .New Life Presbyterian has now merged with Garden Community Church, please visit the new location at 1440 Garden Avenue in Falcon Heights, Minnesota. Those of us still able will meet with the like minded Christians in Falcon Heights, expressing our faith through action and social justice for all humans, walking through Christ's example of radical action and love of God.

I was thinking of attending the Christmas program here as I did 5 or 6 years ago. That is, UNTIL I…read moreFOUND OUT THEY ARE CHARGING $35 to get in. Are you serious? You're in EDEN PRAIRIE! Shame on you. My church in North Hollywood had a 40 piece professional orchestra, animals, professional narrators and professional recording vocalists and charged NOTHING to PROVIDE AN EVANGELICAL OUTREACH TO THE COMMUNITY. Shame on you Wooddale. Chislers.

I started going to this church because during the COVID hysteria, the church didn't knuckle under…read moreto the Governor, but operated with common sense precautions throughout. I found the preaching excellent, the music likewise, and there are numerous and varied opportunities for spiritual growth. However, I must rate the church "average" for one reason: the Senior Pastor jet-sets all over the world and tries to dress it up with a "stained glass" excuse of "carrying the gospel hear, near and far." In fact, I think he's likely OUT of the country more than he is IN it. On weekends he preaches, he tells the congregation about weekends he was absent; stating he just returned from South America, Indonesia, Africa, Sri Lanka, wherever! Anyone with any degree of familiarity with foreign travel can easily discern that this activity has to cost in the hundreds of thousands of dollars annually when the frequency is considered. There is airfare, ground transportation, food, lodging and miscellaneous expense associated with this kind of a lifestyle. It is dressed up in the "stained glass" excuse of "carrying the gospel here, near and far." (I would say "near" is a better idea; there have to be tens of thousands within the outer limits of the church locally who could benefit from the gospel and/or the expenditure of funds this travel entails.) The church is about to change Senior Pastors; the new one takes office September 1. However, the old one is "transitioning" into a role in which he will continue this lifestyle. If anything, I expect he'll do more of it. I simply cannot support this, and In my opinion, it is simply shameless jet-setting on someone else's dime. For this reason, I don't pledge and must rate the church "average" even though "excellent" would otherwise be in order.

St. John's is home for its members. It's a place where we accept each other wherever we are…read morespiritually and where people of all ages, from the very young to the very old and people in between, find places to experience community and find spiritual meaning in a Christian tradition. The children's and youth programs are thriving, the music is amazing, and the liturgies and sermons provide meaning, purpose, and principles for what matters. People who believed they were done with religion are surprised with the sense of community and spiritual meaning they find at St. John's. People who want a spiritual home find what they are looking for. St. John's has a long tradition of not only nurturing children and providing community, but it has been involved in social justice issues within the parish and in the wider world for decades. Members of St. John's have long-term involvement with the peace movement, human rights, GLBTQ issues, anti-poverty initiatives, refugee issues, racial equality and equal opportunity, among many other social issues.

I'm an active Lutheran that recently located to St Paul. Since my arrival, I've explored nearby…read morechurches looking for a home congregation. I might have found my place at Christ Lutheran Church on Capitol Hill. I enjoy the combination of stained glass and graffiti that greets visitors -- along with a seemingly endless line of friendly church members. Christ Lutheran offers a hymn-filled traditional service that takes full advantage of the pipe organ featured in the Church's balcony. Contemporary elements added to the service include Gospel readings in Khmer, Tigrinia and English -- and a Cambodian Melody arrangement of the Lord's Prayer. The Hymns incorporated also tend to be newer, familiar ones -- such as 'Gather Us In' and 'We are Marching in the Light.' Everyone is invited to participate in communion, which featured ethnic, homemade bread during my visit. Christ Lutheran has on-site parking. It's also on the Green Line, making it easy to get to by train.The Chapel is large and filled with friendly people of all ages and cultures. If you're new to Lutheran Churches, be prepared for 'Passing of the Peace' where you have an opportunity to greet and shake hands with other members. This portion of the service feels like what you'd experience at a small church -- individuals walk throughout the church to greet others and hug friends. Even as a new visitor, I wasn't excluded from a tidal wave of handshakes and greetings. I'll likely make CLC on Capitol Hill my home congregation and explore other churches in the Twin Cities for occassional, contemporary offerings.

Pastor is AMAZING. I was skeptical with the worship as it was a lot of flashy lights, huge cameras,…read moreand over-the-top sound effects with a small cross in the corner but I understand why it's so busy, the pastor! I've been coming each week and the messages keep getting better. The parking lot is huge but it gets cleared out pretty quick after the sermons are done. Entire service lasts 1- 1.5 hours. Would definitely recommend if looking for a new non-denominational church!

It IS a mega church, but I do like the fact if you don't know anyone you can come and go without…read morebeing noticed. However, in that same breath. It can get lonely and defeat the purpose of trying to go to a mega church. *I dunno emoji goes here* I'm a lone parent with a toddler, I came here for resources first and foremost and I found them. That is a big plus and I feel so blessed and fortunate. The main pastor, he is pretty conservative by todays standard, however, I have to appreciate that now days when a lot of churches seem to be bending to cater to the masses. He is authentic and non apologetic about what is on his heart. For that he gets props from me on the passion he holds for Christ and trying to pass that on to those who are listening. The only thing that truly stinks about Grace is the traffic. *annoyed emoji goes here* Big church - lots of people and their cars. Gotta come early and leave early to bypass it. Plus one parking lot has been closed for a bit. Wish they knew what sitting in a hot car does to my toddlers patience and my nerves. BUT Try them out for a at least a few Sunday's and pray about it if this is your new church / community. Be blessed!

What do we look for in the church today?…read more A visit to Living Hope Church will be worth your time. A place to discover our love for one another as human beings, to belong, to practice faith, and to learn the Bible. This is a "Bible-Based Church"... This is a church where the membership intensely studies the Bible. A ministry inspires one another to go to Bible College. An ongoing series where you will be educated in the Bible. Discover actual church planters, charismatic, amazing Christians here. See what practicing the love of Jesus is like. Here you will be amazed as the Bible comes alive. Truly. There is a warm feeling of a love of Jesus here. There is love, there are wonderful people. There are fun events of sharing here. There is fellowship before service-8:30am. There is a second service at Harvest Church. There always is more if you wait for it. You will be amazed to see the small church feel. That family feeling. Come in and sit down, you will be welcome here. You are loved. Some of my friends call this "Corner Church". They are saving a seat for you and your family. Living Hope Family Church is home. Enjoy.

Stopped going here very long time ago... the mission is money, not people. After awhile you'll…read morerealize they have times in which you text a number to let the church know you are in attendance after that they share how many new individuals are coming. Speaking from experience I have volunteered for almost an entire year and I found that they have the desired individuals and it was clear that my son is not welcomed but just there as a body throughout his middle and partial high school year, he was never further away from god and people until he found safety comfort and LOVE at a real church, not one that only cares about numbers, money and their own insecure and deeply flawed views of a child or god. Zero Stars... love is love thank you very much ;)

We went to the 4 o'clock service tonight on Saturday. Our vehicle recently broke down and we…read morehaven't had a way to make it to church. We were able to borrow a vehicle and tonight happened to be Baptism night. The new campus Pastor for Woodbury is a very personable guy. He was fun, energetic, and engaged with us perfectly. It was very natural for him and you can tell he is sincere. The worship band is amazing, and I love that they also play popular songs that are on Christian radio. The worship music during the baptism was refreshing and all the songs were amazing. Even if it wasn't planned for someone to get baptized and they wanted to tonight, they offered clothes, shoes, make up, hair dyers, etc for those who weren't prepared. It was very accommodating. After about an hour of baptisms, people started getting up to leave and there was a small crowd of us left. The band was playing worship songs that made you sing your lungs out and it was like being at a concert. The Holy Spirit was SO strong tonight, I teared up many times. There was a total of 30ish people left for the last few to get baptized and it was like Jesus was putting a show on for us tonight. His presence was felt and it was a beautiful night. This was truly one of my best experiences at eagle Brook. We had been craving to worship, praying to be able to worship tonight and we got a whole hour and some to worship him. Thank you for an unforgettable night. The band did absolutely amazing.

The best church to go in minneapolis!! Loving, accepting, caring place that allows you to think…read moreand make the message of Christ meaningful in your life. A new fresh start of this once aging church, this is a place with no agenda, but a new outlook.