Finally found a church that is like home. I came from a mega church and wanted to find a church…read morethat taught the truth without compromising. I wanted a church that would help me grow deeper in my faith. Love this church blessed to be a part of it and I love singing hymns too!

GBC is a Reformed Baptist church that adheres to the London Baptist Confession 1689. The elders…read moreexegetically preach from either the NASB or ESV. The music is a good mix of theologically-sound hymns and contemporary songs. The congregation is made up of friendly people of all ages, stages in life, and ethnicities. There are opportunities to fellowship through monthly meals, Bible studies, community groups, and different outreach ministries. The Lord's Day usually looks like this: morning service, fellowship break, prayer meeting/Sunday school. The exceptions are second Sunday there is usual morning service, fellowship break, and an evening service; and on the last Sunday, there is a fellowship meal after the morning service. The Lord's Supper is observed every week, with it being observed in the evening service on the second Sunday. GBC is a doctrinally-sound and Christ-centered Church.

What many churchgoers may not know about this church is that this church kicked out a…read morepre-school/kindergarten/day care in the name of God. I guess the correct terminology here is "chose not to renew the lease for the preschool that was located in the spacious backyard of the church. Why? To expand the parking space available to churchgoers. As a fellow Christian, I somehow feel that this is a rather greedy move by the church all in the name of God: Sacrifice kids for more money via larger church attendance via larger lot. Again all very legal but immoral in my mind. I hear the church community IS nice and diverse but cliquish. I'll add a star back in for that. 2 stars.

My wife and I joined Bridge church several months ago. Things we greatly enjoy:…read more -Small congregation - you'll know most folks within a few months. Only one service! -Diversity - the church is English-Spanish bi-lingual. While I don't speak Spanish, I love that worship songs are sung in both languages and appreciate the diversity of the Kensington crowd mixed with the City Heights crowd. -Christ Centered - this church is all about the Great Commission: go and make disciples, baptize them, and teach them! No frills, no starbucks tent, this church is great. Hope to see you there!

I have been searching for a home church for the past two years. I've been attending this church in…read moreperson and online since C19, and I think I may be staying. The people here are so wonderful, and the services are beautifully done. My husband and I came here over the holidays for their services, and they were terrific. This church has a great outreach program for the homeless. I also like that they care about kids and their youth. If you are a family, there are lots of kid and youth programs. If you want women's Bible studies, they have those, too, and I will probably start attending those here in the near future. I've attended a few other churches around my home, but they got political during the 2016 elections, and it was a major turn-off. This church is not like that; they teach the word of God and stick to ministry. The church inside is beautiful and you can sense the history when you walk through the doors.

Proundly beautiful liturgy, and the unadulterated Word of God is preached there. Rare combination…read morethese days!

Let me just start by saying this is going to be a long review …read more The church itself is stationed at Chollas-Mead elementary , where my oldest child goes to school . I've seen the logo for the church many times and even have seen people wearing it at the school during events . My son needed specific services and is apart of a class that happened to have a child who always wore the city life shirts , and he was always very hard to miss being a fairer complexion to most of the student class . Last April , I took the plunge and decided to take my 3 children and myself to this church due to the fact that it was up the street from where I lived , said they had a day care ( which was confirmed via email with the pastor before that Sunday , with an incredibly lightning response ) , and my son having autism and not good at handling new things , would know at least one child there. I loaded up my double stroller , my kids , and my strength up the hill and towards the church . I was immediately welcomed by at least 4 to 5 people who's smiles helped more than they know . I signed up my children for kids life ( their day care) and my then 6 year old and 2 year old were already off playing with the other children there . My son even saw his friend from school . The church was so friendly and kind and so attentive to my new face and gave me a beautiful bible , a welcome packet and so much love that it was initially overwhelming . The warmth you feel when you get there is so magical and contagious that you can't help but be drawn back . My son's friends father , ended up being the pastor which was kinda crazy to me due to the fact that he doesn't look like a typical pastor . The sermon was raw and real . Every dark part of me screamed as Dale preached and when the time came for people to ask for prayers , I asked Carol to hold my 1.5 month baby girl and I asked for prayer for my broken existence and I bawled like I never had before , in a school multipurpose room , full of strangers , and I wept so hard I barely noticed the extra pair of arms that helped hold me together in that moment . Is my review biased ? Absolutely . But this was my first experience with this church and I'm so grateful and blessed for my church family . Long story short , less than a week later I was baptized and became a member of this church . The church isn't perfect and it's never going to be but this church has helped me on so many different levels , and they continue to bless the community . Pastor Dale and his wife have been nothing but beautiful to me and my family , and even GAVE ME their van FOR FREE, out of the kindness of their heart . I mean come on ... lol This church isn't going to give cars out to every single mother that pops up but they will help , and if someone in the church can't help they will do their absolute best to point you to another place with open arms that can help .

Love what City Life Church does for Jesus in San Diego…read more Pastor Dale is a stand up guy that legit loves his neighbors, serves his neighborhood through prayer walks & in practical ways like providing food & support for so many people. I know Dale goes to city departmental meetings to serve as a voice for so many who are overlooked & underserved. The most important part is that they love Jesus & want others to know Him like they do...even if loving people well for Jesus can be messy sometimes. City Life Church isn't about Dale or anyone else but Jesus. Grab some tacos with Dale at Mariscos Altata & find out for yourself.

Good. I will attend again next week. Pastor engaging and…read morepeople friendly I was late and did not attend full service with music which is contemporary but

I started attending La Jolla Lutheran Church in August, 2015. I'm still attending - regularly…read more I wanted to comment on the Small Group Bible Studies they offer. We will be starting two new studies this coming week, actually. Sunday we will be looking at Growing Older, Growing Wiser. Sounds really intriguing... This study begins Sunday, October 14, (11:10 am) following our church service, which begins at 9:30 am. Our Wednesday evening Bible Study begins a new study October 17 at 6:30, on The Full Armor of God. Everyone is welcome - for one visit or as a regular attendee. And you don't need to be a Bible scholar You don't need to be Lutheran either. Just eager to learn more about God's Word, and how to become a more committed Christ Follower.

I am an avid Catholic. Went to Mass in September (now February) and the atmosphere, people, Knights…read moreof Columbus pancake breakfast

Fr Billy with John at piano and a soprano who will someday be famous . This is the community you…read moremight be looking for if you want authentic people anxious to have you in to their home, such as Jack & Ann Simmons

I grew up, was confirmed, and married in this church. Although I heard over 200 sermons, I never…read moreheard about having a true relationship with Christ which I now have. Did I somehow miss it? Extremely unlikely. The major denominations don't preach being "born again". The exception being the Baptists. But thanks to Christ i am born again and I have an awesome relationship with Him now.

As good as church gets! I like how you can be comfortable there in shorts and flip-flops.read more

The best. Amazing community, lovely people, unashamed truth. This is definitely the best church…read moreI've ever been to

I wanted to get on here since I have been coming to the Balboa campus for around 7 years. I truly…read moreappreciate how Awaken is built to bring you into understanding that you are loved, valued, cherished... they have a whole event called "Cherish" for women!! It's incredible and such a wonderful experience to truly understand how God loves us individually since they know there's a Spirit of the Living God that can speak through people. I just want to say that I have heard the Pastors speak countless times and I don't feel like it's all about money. They are simply concerned that people may not see the value of putting a little money in the hands of God. They use the money for sooo many good causes..several missions trips a year and sooo much more. One time I brought a man in serious need of help and he got into a literal rehab where he received the medicine he needed for free because of a program they have at Awaken. The man even gave his life to Jesus and told me this afterwards. He's not drinking anymore. Thanks Pastor Mark! The recovery program is probably THE BEST because it's getting to a root cause of sooo many issues based on relationships that formed us at a young age. We learn to heal all issues revolving around Love Addiction, Codependency, Drug, and Alcohol Addiction among other issues. I just don't recall Pastor Becky or Jon ever going on about nice things...in fact they haven't talked about their home which they went through sooooo much to acquire. I go to women's prayer every Tuesday as well and they set aside time to pray for the nation since it's really a game changing principle to not only pray powerfully without fear or shame but come boldly before Our Father in Heaven because he wants to Yes & Amen our Words!! The Lead Pastor Jergen always says, "We will eat the fruit of our words!" So why not declare with beautiful, life giving words. Also, to add that they are a fashionable bunch but I actually now don't spend money on clothes!!! I have gotten away from a serious addiction to shopping. I think you have to attend a church for a good while to get a fair assessment and then share your testimony in a good Yelp Review!!! :) One more thing though...just that the church has really changed my whole life. Why? Because I think humans tend to be offended and I needed to understand the perspective that I had. I needed to forgive others ... And then myself. I couldn't continue to hear others in a healthy way if I was not healthy myself. I really think getting around people who are super loving and supportive in Connect groups changed that for me. Along with the vision I needed for buying my dream car and other things that are not as important as my transformation internally but indicative of the heart change because I look to God for answers when I need it since I am not married and well, he's there for me! Never ever fails!