All about that money. The school- My daughter went there K-8, she's a self starter, an "A" student - but even she hated the teachers there. They do not care about the students truly. My younger son, he needed help- there is NO HELP if your child doesn't keep up on their own. They kept pushing my son through year after year when he didn't know anything- he was clueless. He felt dumb, he knew he didn't know anything going on. Their "resource" for him- a no show most of the time or no help. This school/church/cottage is made up of people working there who are friends of friends or family. I've seen how good small schools work, how the kids feel, this school could have been a thriving place for kids. They DO NOT care about your child here- and the level of education, with the exception of the 8th grade curriculum is SUBPAR to PUBLIC SCHOOL. Many, many families leave this school/church/cottage/whatever. I had to take my son away from the friends he'd had since kindergarten to home school him. He's years behind. read more

I have been going to GCC in Ramona for ten years, working my way to being a Pastor. I realize how conditional Grace Community Church is. While GCC is dedicated to its community, the church has raised eyebrows with its approach to certain practices, notably its aggressive donation requests and its dealings with sensitive topics. The church, aiming to fund its various outreach programs, often emphasizes the need for generous giving in a manner that some attendees find too forceful. Additionally, the way it addresses controversial issues, such as the sins associated with the LGBT community, tends to be seen as uninspired and lacking in the nuanced understanding that modern discourse demands. The sermons on such matters have been critiqued for their predictable and bland delivery, failing to engage with the complexities or foster a more inclusive dialogue. This aspect of their practice suggests a need for a more thoughtful and compassionate approach to remain relevant and respectful in today's diverse society. read more

Title: Disheartening Experience at Grace Community Church I attended Grace Community Church in Ramona hoping for an uplifting and welcoming environment, but I was unfortunately disappointed. The pastor's rude demeanor was palpable throughout the service. Rather than fostering a sense of community, his approach felt discriminatory and uninviting. During the sermon, he made offhand comments that alienated certain groups of people, which created an uncomfortable atmosphere. It's disheartening to witness a place that should be promoting love and acceptance instead propagate division and rudeness from the pulpit. I went with an open heart, looking for spiritual growth, but left feeling judged and unwelcome. This experience has left me searching for a more inclusive church community. read more

I've attended Grace Community Church for a while, and unfortunately my experience with the pastor has been disappointing. His leadership style often comes across as dismissive and condescending, especially toward those who raise questions or offer different perspectives. Instead of fostering a welcoming, respectful environment, his tone can feel belittling and unnecessarily authoritative. The community itself has some wonderful people, and there are moments of genuine connection, but the pastor's attitude makes it difficult to feel fully supported or heard. I hope the church leadership considers how important respectful, compassionate communication is for a healthy congregation. I am not coming back. read more

My experience at Ramona Grace Community Church last Sunday was profoundly disappointing. The sermon lacked any discernible depth or spiritual insight, feeling more like a rambling monologue than a thoughtfully prepared message. It failed to connect with the congregation on any meaningful level, leaving me feeling uninspired and frankly, bored. A sermon, as a central element of worship, should offer guidance, encouragement, and a clear exposition of scripture, but this one offered none of those things. The delivery was unengaging, and the content felt recycled and generic, a stark contrast to the rich theological discussions one expects from a community church committed to grace and spiritual growth. read more

I've attended GCC in Ramona to get advice on an issue but there isn't an answer from the outside. To the Pastor, I know it's been a tough few weeks, and I think if you tried to think a little more outside of the box when looking for solutions, you'll achieve the results you're looking for. I wanted to let you know that I'm here to help you, and I have faith in your ability to problem-solve. Sometimes you stray off the path and FORCE yourself to be a perfect Pastor. Hey, I get it. It's good to confess your errors. It seems like you're not enjoying your work at the moment. Is there anything I can do to help you feel more fulfilled in your role? read more

I used to attend this church and must add that the pastor is prejudice. Thank God I found a new church in my area that accepts me for who and what I am. LGBT+ church is my new family without forced conversion. They love me for ME. Jesus taught us to love others unconditionally, he never mentioned anything about eternal conscious punishment. Why? He was Jewish for one thing. Also, that concept was added later on in the early christian church (Augustine (354 -430 CE)). John the Revelator states in the good book that we are not to add or subtract from the Bible! Guess what happens when we do that? John says: "Cursed" read more

Grace Community Church of Ramona is a Christ loving and Christ teaching church. The 1 star reviews I see here are from those that believe the church should follow the "teachings" of our culture, wherever they may lead. That is not what the Bible or Christianity is. The word of God does not change to fit the current cultural norms or ideals. The word of God is the unchanging rock of our faith. We come to Him, he doesn't come to us. I'm just wondering where it says in the Bible that homosexuality is okay and we should think outside the box. Please, show me, I'm waiting. read more

I have attended Grace Community Church a few times, but unfortunately my experience was not great due to the pastor's rude attitude. While the church community seems welcoming enough, the pastor came across as dismissive and unapproachable when I tried to ask questions. It made me feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. The sermons themselves were fine, but a pastor should be kind and open, which was not the case here. I hope they can work on their communication because it significantly affects the church experience. All should be welcomed. Right? read more

Grace Community Church in Ramona was a deeply disappointing experience. The place felt cold, cliquey, and fake, with zero sense of genuine welcome. The leadership came across as controlling and more interested in pushing a message than actually caring about people. The sermons were dry and repetitive, and the constant focus on money and attendance made the whole thing feel more like an institution than a church. I left feeling judged, ignored, and completely unwelcome. read more

To the pastors and deacons, been going here for awhile and I understand your feeling stressed out. As a former churchgoer, I know it seems as if your behavior is harmless. However, actions like gossiping can foster emotions of mistrust from churchgoers. Please show professionalism when conducting a sermon. There's no need to point the finger. When you joke inappropriately with your churchgoers, it creates a culture of fear and negativity. read more

I've been to GCC in Ramona on several occasions and as a churchgoer it's time to break free from the chains. To the Pastor, you did a great job with your tone of voice in the presentation, but the subject matter needs a bit of work. If you can improve on the subject matter, your sermon could end up really strong. Jesus loves without conditions for all of mankind. I would consider keeping the jokes clean. Have a great holiday. read more

I've been going to GCC in Ramona for 6 years. Just last week I sat through the sermon and I surely did not agree with the pastor's conditional words on LGBT+. Anyway, the deacons kept asking for donations almost every hour. I don't understand why so many times. The church must be desperate for money. I don't think I will be attending for some time. I recommend a yard sale if GCC in Ramona is in need of money. read more

I go to GCC in Ramona, sometimes. I use to go once a week to check out the sermons but I'm not liking how unfriendly the lectures are about LGBT. I have a friend who is transgender and I brought him along to listen to last week's sermon. We felt insulted from the Pastor's jokes. I called the Pastor but got his answering machine. He didn't get back to me. Guess he's busy. I just need to know about donations. read more

After visiting GCC in Ramona there are limits and rules for Transgender individuals. I support LGBT+ Wholeheartedly and to be turned away by the pastor only makes me stronger and wiser to move on to another church who would be happy to greet me with all due respect. The so called facilitators do not have teaching credentials so if you want to bring your child to Ramona Faith Academy beware. read more

I've been to GCC in Ramona for the 3rd time and third time's a charm. I will not go back after what the pastor said in his sermon. He spoke about Sodom and Gomorrah and compared the story to the LGBT community. During the sermon, a woman from the audience walked out crying. After what the pastor mentioned, I followed the woman out the door. I will never go back to GCC in Ramona again. read more

Grace Community Church in Ramona is alright, besides the Deacon throwing some shade about earthly riches. My buddy and I have been popping in on and off for a couple of years. The Pastor's take on the New Testament feels kinda old school. But hey, no church is totally perfect, right? Lol. Good luck, Pastor and DeaCon. read more

​ Worst church ever! The sermons are boring and the music is terrible. The facilities are dirty and the service is disorganized. The church leadership is unprofessional and unresponsive. They don't seem to care about the members or the community. The whole place is a mess and I would never recommend it to anyone. read more

Not very happy with two of the helpers at this church especially the senior elder. I would not recommend asking for help, it will not happen. I tried to give Paul the benefit of the doubt but all that trying let me down a lonely road right into a cold embrace. No grace here.....or should I say very little. read more