This church is known as the friendliest church in Philadelphia. The pastor Carlton Aiken can sing…read morehis heart and move you to tears and not only can he sing can preach to your hearts content. I love this place and the congregation is is friendly.

Eight years ago the Pastor reached out to me on Yelp to say they had a new location. So I went to…read morecheck it out as I was still church hopping and also, have you ever felt guilty for giving a church a 3 star review?! This new space at Philadelphia Film Center is actually pretty great. The lead Pastor continues to deliver relevant and biblically sound messages that are often wonderfully challenging (cry much?). And the worship team is filled with powerful voices. What's by far very interesting about this space of faith is the racial diversity. It is not mainly a sea of salt with a few sprinkles of black pepper, but a truly spicy rub mix, which you'd think would be more common in Philly-- but it's really not! And while the church definitely caters to the enthusiastic and passionate college students, there is an effort to create a supportive space for families. This is where I know there is room for growth-- if this is something you're really looking for, their South Jersey campus may scratch your itch. Pro Tips: 1. Free parking is offered at The Shops at Liberty Place-- a walkable distance which has allowed me to develop a very amicable relationship with the local Dunkin Donuts staff ; shoutout to their daughter who tirelessly works there as she studies at Temple. 2. If you're bringing your baby in your lap to the service bring some baby-sized earmuffs or check them into the nursery because many times it'll be like David (2 Samuel Chap 6) shouting praises for the first 20 minutes. And while your baby's cry may not be heard, it'll probably wreck your vibe. 3. If you tend to roll late wherever you go (raises hand guiltily) come to the first or third service where seats are more likely to be comfortably found. Come all ye faithful but especially all ye weary. You will be found.

I'm here in Philly for couple months and needed a contemporary church Sunday service. I was worried…read moreabout the parking situation because the location is in the heart of downtown Philly... the streets are busy, crowded, dense. Fortunately: Street parking is not impossible but also not free. The church gives out parking voucher at Liberty Parking Garage -- for free! The service was great, the people/community is diverse, welcoming, and amazing!

House of Faith Ministries Pa. is a Beautiful , Spirit filled & Spirit led multicultural church…read morewhere the Word of God is preached as it is written& Prophecy goes forth, &Salvation of Souls is encouraged wholeheartedly in various aspects through Bible Study, Prayer, Praise& Worship & Ministering to the lost, sick, & homeless. It welcomes both young& old& is a Pleasant House of Worship& Preparation for the Coming of Jesus.

Everything. Diversity.All r welcome. I liked that. Friendly clergy. Easy to talk to. Parishioners…read moretoo. I didn't feel like the odd one out. And that's pretty much how I feel in other places. Augustinian clergy

I have never been so happy as a Philadelphia Catholic as I have in St. Paul's Parish in the Bella…read moreVista section of Philadelphia. The parishioners are very participative and generous in a variety of ministries, particularly their ministry to the homeless. We are making a concerted effort to bring in a wide variety of members, representing many different people. Parking is particularly generous, with a spacious and secure lot. Regardless of where you are coming from (whether figuratively or literally), you will find it easy to find a place at St. Paul's Parish.

First, full disclosure: my parents were married in this church, and I feel it would be sacrilegious…read moreto say anything negative about St. Mary's Hamilton Village (The Episcopal Church at U. Penn) based on that rather than the whole "holy" thing. I attended the 11 a.m. service a few weeks back when fall had just started revealing herself in subtle ways. I walked from the Septa station on the corner of South Street and Convention Avenue through the quiet campus (shhhhh hung-over college students sleeping). The temperature was above light-sweater but below shorts and sleeveless shirt, and the breeze was mild-mannered. The walk itself was a spiritual experience. I had been to this church once before (twice if you count my baptism but I can't seem to recall much about that) three years ago for an evening Easter Vigil, so I had yet to see the sanctuary during the day. The space is Gothic and gorgeous with a large dome above the altar and two smaller domes on each side featuring mini-altars. It's hard to imagine a time when the ratio of people to pews was even--as the crowd was sparse. That didn't stop those who were there from generating their warmth. Smiles abound as I sat down, and I think just about everyone made their way over to shake my hand during the peace. The choir exuded an enchanting sound, and the two scripture readers made honest mistakes that they both laughed their way through. After the service, three people extended separate invitations to the potluck brunch (held the third Sunday of every month), each of which I gladly accepted. The camaraderie continued through the hearty meal. I enjoyed meeting some of the parishioners; a one-year-old named Sebastian took a liking to me and my corn muffin. Although I'm still searching for a parish I'd like to attend regularly, St. Mary's is a promising contender. Going there felt like going home--in more ways than one. Eucharistic services are held at 11 a.m. every Sunday, http://www.stmarysatpenn.org/.

I have visited this church many times, not enough to consider myself to "attend" it though. I've…read morealways had a good experience here. This church has a pretty traditional liturgy, and for people unfamiliar with an Episcopal service, the service may seem a bit complex and involved...lots of picking up different books, standing up and sitting down. There was a lot of chanting rather than just speaking, and I liked this...the service was pretty musical. I also found the sermon to be very meaningful and relevant to my life. The church is pretty sparsely attended during the summer, which is when I've gone more often, but the people here were very nice. There are refreshments set out after the service and there is often quite a lot of food, and it is very high-quality, much of it prepared from scratch and showing considerable skill and care in its preparation. I've also attended two church potlucks which are once a month. The church struck me as very inclusive, and one thing that I liked is that it was inclusive by actions, but it also seemed more humble about its inclusivity. Some more liberal church can fall into the "Dear God, thank you for not making us closed-minded like THOSE people" trap and I'm very happy to say that I didn't encounter any of that here either...just quietly walking the walk. I'm someone who doesn't always feel fully comfortable visiting a new church, and I felt very comfortable here right from the first time I visited. This church is in a very convenient location for walking or SEPTA, being easily accessible both by trolley, subway, or bus, and a reasonable walk from SEPTA's regional rail too. It is not particularly accessible by car though...right in the middle of Penn's campus...you may need to park a block or two away...try 41st or Spruce west of 40th, if you want to avoid paying for parking. I would recommend this church to Penn students and community members as well. This church strikes me as very inclusive of people from different backgrounds and faith traditions. It tends more towards the intellectual side of things, but I also felt that the prayer time was a tiny bit more open and free form than is typical for an Episcopal church. I like this combination. I hope to keep sporadically attending this church, and I would recommend for others to check it out as well.

The church is celebrating its 125th anniversary…read more It's an amazing building that is very well maintained and welcoming Stained glass windows adorn the church and the stations of the cross are works of art in themselves While it's very cold outside the church was warm and not drafty for such a large building The parish covers the Grays Ferry community and contains sacramental records from the former Saint Aloysious and King of Peace Parishes as well

Word Formed Church is a lively church with heartfelt Bible based teaching…read more The atmosphere was inviting, and clearly has a strong sense of community.

Came here for Sunday service. It was the first time I've been to church in a loooong time. I've…read morenever had such a spiritual experience in church before. I was raised Catholic and hated church as a kid. Everyone was so welcoming at Rising Sun. I felt at home and accepted in a way I wasn't expecting. It was so powerful that I cried. Church is still not for me; yoga is my religion. But I would like to go back to Rising Sun with a friend to show them how incredible the power of community is.