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.

Ive been using their seevices for at least eight years. The people are so helpful and polite, and…read morethank God for the volunteers

Thank God for this place of god and love thay helped me and my husband sooooo much the love you…read morefeel here is allsome keep doing what you guys do for not only homeless people but people in general

This church is a church with a heart for the lord and the pastor has a heart for his people the…read morelord called dominic and denise pennachietti and there family to pastor new greenwhich light baptist.this is a church where you will always feel welcomed

i totally love this church......it's small but it's growing....the pastor is wonderful and so are…read morethe people who attend...if you are longing for a kind, loving church who make you feel comfortable and important and who are devoted to the teachings of God and our Lord Jesus Christ then this is the church to go to....they have bible study and sunday school, for all ages, and a nursery for church service.....come give it a try!

This is such a fun and welcoming church. The Epic church has multiple locations all over…read morePhiladelphia but this location meets in the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. Each church leads their own worship in the beginning but then the same message is live-streamed from the central location to all the other ones. Kind of a different experience if you're used to the traditional preacher at the pulpit kind. Make sure you come early and grab yourself a compliment cup or coffee or tea. If it's your first time you should stay afterwards for 5 min (it really is only five minutes) to talk to a representative and learn about all that the church does and how you can get involved. Bonus: you get a cute lil goodie bag with church swag. They have child care available during all services to let you focus and take notes. Great church to check out and has great opportunities to serve others.

I've been going to Epic for almost a year now and I can honestly say that I've met so many genuine,…read morewelcoming people here. Most of my close friends I first met by going to Epic and getting plugged into a Life Group (small group that meets during the week). I had just moved to Philadelphia when I started attending and didn't know many people and Epic was the first place I felt truly welcomed and comfortable. The messages on Sunday morning are practical and engaging. There's always something I can take away and apply to life and my routine during the week. The music is current and upbeat and is one of my favorite parts of going on Sunday. There are two services Sunday morning: 10:00 am and 11:30 am. When you walk in the lobby, there is free coffee, tea, hot chocolate and water. There are usually people in the lobby mingling with friends or getting connected with someone if it's their first time. The dress code is very casual and it doesn't matter how you show up. There are environments for kids (babies through 5th grade) during both services. During the 11:30 service middle school and high school students (6-12 grade) get together to learn and grow together in a fun way. Epic has four locations in total, so if Center City is not the most convenient for you, you can also check them out in Fairmount, Roxborough, and Parkside.

Come pray and be blessed by Cambodian Buddhist monks. Some monks speak English. Their schedule:…read more9am- 12noon prayer daily 7 days a week. it is followed by lunch. Monks usually pray at 11am. You can also bring offerings like food cooked and raw. Cambodian monks do eat meat unlike Chinese monks. I went to have my first " Bung Score." It is a ritual that worships the ancestors. The monk did a prayer in Sanskrit that took about 15 minutes. You need to have the full names of the ancestors/ people who are no longer living. I thought it was pretty cool! I was suggested by my cousin to bring rice bags, condensed milk, wax medium length candles, and incense. I did an offering to my grandparents. also added a sum of money to the temple as a donation. I like private quick prayers because I got to easily focus on my connection with my ancestors.

I will issue the caveat that most of my Buddhist practice has been in the Zen tradition. I have…read morealso trained with monks in the Thai Forest (Theravada) tradition in Pittsburgh. Buddhism is unique among religions (to the limited extent Buddhism is a religion) in that it is practiced a bit differently by every culture it has encountered. Thus Tibetan Buddhism with its Taras and deities is almost equal parts Bon and Buddhism. I have never heard a Buddhist from any tradition use the word heretic. But, if one were to imagine what a Buddhist heretic would be, that Buddhist would probably be one who worshipped the historical Buddha and/or other mythical beings. The Buddha made it very clear in the sutras that a Buddhist does not worship, pray or rely on another being for his salvation. Freeing oneself from the wheel of samsara is the imperative of the individual. This cannot be accomplished by prayer, chanting and other rituals. I do not know much about the Hmong or Khmer cultures. That said, there is evidently a religious tradition in those cultures that, like other religions, emphasizes reliance on the external. To the extent one views these external entities as real, that one's beliefs are in conflict with the sutras. In a word, a heretic. Even if they are wonderful people. As a Buddhist it is difficult for me to use such language, hence the three star review. I would note, however, for Buddhists not culturally connected to Hmong, Cambodian or similar traditions, you will probably not find Buddhism as you understand it here, though those who practice in Mahayana or Chan (as distinct from Zen) traditions will likely not feel as out of place as I do. What you will find are friendly, welcoming, decent people whose practice is decidedly devotional. Oh and a gorgeous temple!

This church has a pastor on it that probably shouldn't be a pastor. They have multiple pastors…read more This one doesn't seem to operate in the fruit of the Spirit demonstrated terrible interpersonal skills. He also seemed to be manipulative and ignored what I said. So he didn't listen to me and didn't make me feel good about having that talk with him. This church could also use more of a biblical foundation on things. For those looking for a solid church, this doesn't look like it.

I didn't grow up in a Christian household, so walking into a church for the first time as an adult…read morefelt a little intimidating. But the moment I stepped through the doors of City Life Church, I was welcomed with warmth and kindness. I've been attending for two years now, and every visit continues to feel like coming home. It's a great place where I've met so many people and developed true friendships. It's a place where I feel seen, valued, and truly connected. I'm so grateful to be a part of it!

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!

After touring the historic Christ Burial Ground, The Mr. and I wanted to take a look at Christ…read moreChurch. Surprisingly they are not exactly close to each other, but the walk did us good. The Christ Church is not only packed with history but one of the most beautiful churches I've seen on our travels. That is saying a lot, because I've seen gorgeous churches all over Europe. This one is different because it has no stained glass. This is because the colonists were literate and didn't need the illustrations that stained glass provided for church goers to 'read' . The Palladian Chancel Window literally took my breath away. The guide told me that George Washington (who had a pew there) loved it so much, he had one installed in his dining room at Mount Vernon. Two different docents were on hand to converse with us, answer our questions, and share the historic details.

We happened to come when a piano student from The Curtis Institute was playing various Bach songs…read more It's a thrill to be here. See where Betsy Ross sat! Learn the history with a tour. There is a gift shop and absolutely wonderful welcoming tour guides and staff.