This beautiful church is one of the most loving, genuine and uplifting churches I have had the…read moreprivilege of attending. The multi-generational congregation is extremely caring and friendly, the worship is engaging and meaningful with both traditional and contemporary music each week, and the biblically sound and powerful preaching by Pastor Gunnar Tesdahl is absolutely phenomenal. His ability to deliver God's Word in a way that is truthful, relevant, inspiring and impactful has personally helped me to grow deeper in my faith. I also love that there is something for all ages available for everyone from kids Sunday school classes and VBS, to events throughout the week like Alpha, Moms prayer groups, support groups or fellowship at the on-site coffee shop. The sanctuary and grounds are stunning as well. This growing and healthy church truly loves Jesus and loves the community! Don't hesitate to make SYVPC your church home!

Amazing Church (From…read morea year ago) My wife and I were looking for a church to renew our vowels in the area and GOD directed us here. We arrived as the Mother's Day service ended and church was already locked up and the pastor was sitting outside w a few of the members and we informed him about our situation and he offered to open the church up for us so we can renew our vowels. We were so blessed as I told my wife of all the churches I've been to, I have never heard of or experienced anything where they reopen a church once it is locked up. Afterwards we got to talk to him and a few members and they gave us a little history of this church. We returned a year later to celebrate and church members are still incredibly friendly and welcoming! Also they opened a coffee house open from 7:30 to 2 Monday thru Friday! It's called Holy Grounds Cafe (see review). Such a blessing! Praise the LORD

My recent experience with St. Mary has been sad but appreciative. St. Mary is our family church and…read morewhen a family passes, this is where we have the funeral mass and a priest from the church comes to the Santa Maria Cemetary for the burial. Thank you. Working with the Deacon to organize the mass goes smoothly and our family needs are met. The music ministers are wonderful and very talented. Don't forget to check the rectory hours when you need to go into the office. They are closed for lunch. Mass is at noon so go in and get your business done before mass because they'll be at lunch when mass is over. I appreciate that having a mass said for a family member or friend is still only $10 and there are always several masses to choose from. The office staff is so friendly and helpful.

A welcoming community where the Spirit of Christ can be felt. You want to know where Jesus is? He's…read morehere, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity (John 6:51) in the midst of imperfect people that strive to surrender every day to become more Christ-like, because we become whom we love. Saint and sinner start the same, the just choose to serve a different master. Whom will you choose to serve? (James 4: 1-7)

To be honest, I've really enjoyed attending this church, and everyone I've encountered has been…read morekind and welcoming--except for the woman who answers the phone at the rectory. I've only had to call twice, and both times the experience was unfortunately unpleasant. Given that this is a place of faith and community, I expected a more polite and respectful interaction. It's disappointing and has made me second-guess whether I should continue coming here or consider attending another parish in the area. I'm sharing this feedback not to complain, but in the hope that it helps improve the experience for others in the future.

Wonderful people. Very kind and welcoming. Have been a member for 6 months now.I feel at home hereread more

Pastor B truly cares about each person that walks into LFC as well as the entire community of…read moreLompoc. Great place to discover who you are in Christ. Easy to understand and practical teaching. Very welcoming atmosphere. Awesome child care. 3 Sunday services: 8AM / 9:15AM / 10:45AM

I moved to this town almost 4 years ago. When I came here, I had friends from my old town telling…read moreme to go, plus I heard about the church everywhere in this new town. This church was/is so active in the community, it was hard to be somewhere that they weren't serving! They're at the parades, festivals, Friday night farmer's market... everywhere! Still, I was afraid to go because I thought that "Foursquare" meant a more charismatic environment that required cartwheels and all of the showy displays of "faith" that have made me uncomfortable at other places in the past. I don't remember exactly how, but finally I saw these people so much and they seemed normal enough, that I consented to trying it out one Sunday. My impressions are: 1 they are normal people who are learning, loving, and serving God by being his hands and feet 2 Pastor Bernie is teaching the truth. No fire and brimstone scare tactics. No messages of judgement. Also not the trendy motivational speaking type of new age sermons. It is balanced and compassionate and I believe that is how it should be. 3 the sanctuary doesn't feel heavy and imposing and the feeling of being there is not of judgement. You aren't pressured to be on show to wear your biggest hat or your wrinkle free khakis. You can come as you are and you will be welcomed. 4 the music at the church is great! The worship team presents different types of sounds. Sometimes, it's 3 or 4 singers, sometimes a choir, sometimes it's rock, sometimes it's country style hymns. 5 the children's ministry is awesome. The community outreach is amazing. They do an annual harvest festival to provide a safe and fun evening for kids on Halloween, we had a great time at the snow day, and throughout the rest of the year, they are holding events open to the community. There's a ministry that goes to visit the convalescent center and another for the coffee shop where you can watch the service and another to celebrate recovery. There's a ministry for everyone to serve and be served through 6 this church really does look for ways to bless others. They have a heart for God and when he speaks, they listen and respond 7 I'm not sure why I was so scared to walk into this church because it is a gem. When you're faced with needing to find a church home, this is the kind of place that you hope to find, a place that is not about putting on airs. A place that is filled with people who are are filled with the Spirit. I'm so glad that we finally came and I hope that we will be able to enjoy many more years here!

Thank you St. Mark's in the Valley for your open hospitality regarding the use of your bathrooms…read more The local merchants and eateries in town should be fully supporting your endeavors because you have absorbed their responsibility to provide restrooms to their patrons. We had to walk outside of town to reach the church (glad I was not in a hurry). The restrooms are very nice and supplied with everything you need. The best part is the gorgeous courtyard outside, a welcome retreat of solitude and reflection. Well, St. Marks in the Valley, if I lived in town I would be worshiping with you. We were delighted to make a small donation (optional).

What a sweet church. I did not attend any services, but was visiting the quaint town and I needed a…read morerestroom. The lady at the wine tasting said I could use the church's restroom and I was a little surprised. They open up their church for visitors to "sit and rest" inside their sanctuary and use the facilities. They have beautiful grounds, a lovely church and clean restrooms. Thank you St. Mark's for you generous hospitality.

This church is so near and dear to my heart. The sermons are preached from the Bible and there are…read moreways for all ages to be involved. Pastor Loren Hicks is a great leader . If you are looking for a church to attend I couldn't recommend this one enough!

We are from out of town and love visiting this church when we are visiting family. The worship is…read morealways amazing, the messages are led by the Holy Spirit and your truly can feel the presence of God here. Everyone is so welcoming it's always hard to say goodbye!

Asalamualaykum We…read morewere in Lompoc for a few days and Jumma came around so searched up for a place to pray. The address online & on Yelp is incorrect. Luckily we found a Facebook page that had the real info Jummah prayers are held at: First Christian Church (park in their lot and the back building door should be open) Address: 1517 W College Ave, Lompoc Ca Alhumdullilah we were able to find this and pray with some folks. Inshallah someone reads this and also is able to make it to Jummah, prayer starts at 12:30 | this is from Dec 28, 2019. Please remember to keep me (Irfan) and my family in your duas.

Growing community, always friendly. Various classes offered, call the center for details. Friday…read moreprayer is at 12:30, everyone is welcomed.