Wonderful church with insightful expository teaching, great kids program, engaging worship, fun…read moreMoms' group, and friendly people!

We came for a visit and never left. We felt welcome from the moment we walked in the door. The…read moredepth of teaching is excellent--from the head pastor, associate pastors, and lay people. Two services on Sunday offers some flexibility with your schedule. Worship is contemporary and has some variety in instrumentation, worship leaders, and occasional choirs. Still, the worship is primarily piano-driven. Lakeland offers a chance to meet with the pastor or an elder right after the service (not exactly weekly, but often enough). We waited several weeks before attending one of these "Meet Lakeland" lunches, ourselves. They serve lunch and take time to get to know you while helping you learn more about the church, it's roots, available ministries, serving opportunities, etc. My wife and I believe it is important to serve in church. There are opportunities around every corner--women's ministry, men's ministry, children's ministry, community events, service projects, outreach, and more. It is easy to "plug in" and get involved. There is an emphasis on home Bible studies, and we would highly recommend finding one. We joined a group that meets on a weekly basis, ranging from 10-20 attendees. We always have a wonderful time of fellowship and sharing. There are other things to consider: worship nights, where they combine with other area churches; an excellent Alpha program for new believers; an annual "county fair" with a massive box maze that fills a gymnasium (it has to be seen to be believed); financial seminars; open mic nights; a movie discussion group that meets on a monthly basis to watch and discuss current movies; concerts; and so much more--seriously! They also have a prayer room in an offsite location where you can sign up to go alone or with a group to have a quiet time. Our young-adult daughter was attending another church. After visiting several times with us, she decided to make Lakeland her home. She got involved with the young adult's ministry and has never looked back. She has made many close friends, is growing in her relationship with the Lord, and is loving life. BOTTOM LINE: Lakeland Church is welcoming and casual, has excellent teaching, is family-oriented, and has plenty of ministries and ways to get involved. Highly recommended! Come for a visit...or two...or three...or... (you get the idea!).

Such a warm and friendly bunch of people. Pastor David is an awesome, articulate and biblical…read moreteacher. Worship was presented very nicely, solid group of musicians.

I loved this church until today. They are looking for a new pastor and the interim pastor Rick is…read moregreat. But today we learned they basically fired the worship pastor Jason. The old saying we asked for his resignation and he agreed is bull. They fired him. The "elders" are not looking out for the worshipers or they would realize there should be stability while looking for new pastor. Jason I hate to see you go and you are in my prayers. I hope you let us know where you go so people can decide if they want to follow you. God bless you and your family.

Beautiful church. It is situated in a place surrounded by a farm and has a wide road for entrance…read more Very quiet atmosphere and nice people. You should come and visit this place.

From the owner: Since our parish was established in 2007, we have been holding Mass in a remodeled barn in Northern…read moreLake County, Illinois. Now, in just under six years, our parish has substantially grown, no longer allowing the barn to be an adequate space for worship. So, with the support of our Archbishop, we developed the historic preservation project of St. Raphael The Archangel Catholic Church. This process entails using the salvaged remains of two closed and deteriorating Chicago churches of classical and sacred architecture, St. John of God and St. Peter Canisius. Thanks to the generosity of our parishioners and friends, we have made great progress in the construction of the new St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church. It exists today because of the conviction, talent, generosity, sacrifice and prayer of those who have gone before us and of those today who believe in our mission and support our vision.

My last review was done for the Church that was called Faith Church. My review reflected the church…read morethat I had been a member of. My believes alined with there's and the bible. I can't speak on Fierce Church as I have never attend there. I do not know the paster or his wife, or the other leaders of the church. I will say after moving many times one thing that I do notice is you can tell a lot form a church by there website and there social media. Seeing an active Mens and Women's is very important next is a good kids ministry , and a college ministry as well. There are lot of church that forget that group and that is when a lot of young adults need the extra college group that can help as they transition into adulthood and are balancing school, work, and keeping a relationship with Christ. Titles are also very import as the bible speaks on this and as Christians we need to hold churches accountable and speak the truth in love and kindness. I have seen that on there leadership page that they have women listed as pastors, "A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man; she must be quiet" (1 Timothy 2:11-12). I have seen women that are in charge of kids/Teens use the name director or ministry leader instead of a pastor. As I have said I can not speak on there sermons as I have not attend with the New Pastor but just seeing this issue on the leadership I am not one to jump to visit this new church.

I have been attending Torch of Faith since July 2012 (back in the days when Torch was at the Regal…read moreCinema). Prior to attending this church, I've tried other churches and just never felt connected. The very first service I went I felt welcomed and Pastor Carter's message was spot on with what I needed to hear. Since then, I have given my life to Christ, been baptized and have made real friends, friends that have helped me go through life's trials. I wish I could scream from the rooftops how much I love this church and how it has helped me discover who Jesus is. If you're looking for a church that will accept you for who are are, have sermons that you can understand and apply it to every day life AND has an amazing place for kids to go, I encourage you to try Torch of Faith.

This church is welcoming and open to all. When I started going here for mass, I noticed that there…read moreare no expectations or judgements by parishioners. The priests and deacons are also friendly.

Affirmation of certain lifestyles, especially at funerals. Non-response to email requests.read more

Nice Church to hear the word of God.I would definitely recommend this place to anyoneread more