A historic landmark in the heart of Old Wethersfield, the First Church of Christ was erected in…read more1761 as the third meetinghouse of the congregation, which was "gathered" or formed in 1635, and also as the assembly hall for town meetings. As late as 1838, it served this double purpose. Today it is the home and central building of the largest Congregational church in New England. George Washington worshiped in the Meetinghouse on May 20, 1781, while in town to confer with Rochambeau to plan what proved to be the final phase of the American Revolution--the Battle of Yorktown. John Adams visited the Meetinghouse and climbed the ladder in the bell tower to peer through the lantern windows where he beheld, in his words, "the most grand and beautiful Prospect in the World." The Meetinghouse is a model of Congregational or Puritan architecture, with its high, central pulpit, its clear glass windows and its simple, chaste lines. Its simplicity went undisturbed until the 1800s, when a series of alterations gave it a more Gothic appearance. The changes included the removal of the pulpit and the box pews. In 1973, through the generous bequest of Jane Robbins Dunham, the Meetinghouse was magnificently restored to its original character and beauty. The original pulpit was returned. Clear glass was reinstalled. Box and slip pews were put in place. The advantages of modern recessed lighting and air conditioning were also introduced. The bell tower is a showpiece, similar in design to that of Old North Church in Boston. While largely unchanged through the years, it required restoration in 1979-1980, at which time the authentic fan-design windows were installed. In the evening, the lighted spire shines as a beacon of hope and faith, viewable for miles around.

Here for a blood drive that I saw on the side of the road and glad I came in. The church from what…read moreI've seen is really well maintained. There is a receptionist when you walk in that will help you get where you going. I was directed to the basement that is a little dank but from what I can see the place is used for events and seeinf a kitchen it could be a dinner or lunch done here. I was blown away by the bathroom. That is much different than the basement but the first floor is beautiful. I saw on the TV there are events like yoga and the blood drive I'm here for. Old Wethersfield has gems just like this.

Love this church.. the atmosphere is great and welcoming. Pastor Carey is amazing, if you're…read morelooking for a church to praise Jesus and feel connected to God this is it.

Pastor Cary and the members are friendly and welcoming to all. I would never thought I would be…read moregoing to church every Sunday and Emmanuel Baptist church and Jesus has me looking forward to attend every Sunday. My family started attending also. Daycare is also offer.

My brother graduated at this building (this is where the ceremony was held) and my parents had…read moretheir vows renewed here!! Best/most impressive Catholic Church around. It feels almost regal or stately inside!!

So a Jew walks into a Church…read more.. ...and decides to write a Yelp review about it. Needless to say, I don't have much basis of comparison, but the Church of St. Patrick and St. Anthony is quite a sight to behold. Clearly, downtown Hartford has grown up around this and other churches like it. Long before thousands of fans were worshipping the Whalers across the street at the Civic Center (and apparently not hard enough), local Catholics worshipped Jesus here. I was here for a wedding. Father Tom spoke with incredible poise, and conducted a very nice ceremony. The church itself is impeccably kept. I notice all the reviews so far are 5-star... does Jesus get mad at four-star reviews?

I come here from time to time. There are two campuses and then three mass times here on Sundays…read more There is a newly redone kids ministry and there are also services and bible studies geared for/to young adults. It seems like there are always new faces and it can be challenging to find parking if you are late to mass but that's just simply because there are so many attendees! The mass starts with worship and then there is a message from the pastor, similar to a catholic homily. The leaders are warm and friendly. Very large building & they do have weddings here! I was a bridesmaid for one in the main worship area (not pictured) last summer. There is another campus in East Windsor but note that it is a bit smaller and the services are live streamed from this location to that one!

Passion and The Christ performance tonight. It was amazing. God was moving in His Housrread more

I grew up in this church! I have performed all of my sacraments here (so far), and the inside is…read morebeautiful! Very light and bright! Of course, all the original priests are no longer there, and they are having some teething issues getting the staff back on track....some priest shuffling. And for some reason, this last Christmas they did not do the extra service in the basement to accommodate the huge crowds. SO you have the choice of getting there 40 mins early, or standing and hearing nothing....neither of these options appeal to me. I had my wedding here, and the inside is so beautiful, flowers are not necessary, and really are just lost amongst the art and architecture.

My mother, on the day of second anniversary of her brother's death, attended the All Soul's Mass at…read moreCorpus Christi. A Catholic, though not a member of this parish, she found this mass coincidentally taking place on this day. On a whim, she approached the priest in the rectory right before mass, and asked if he might add her brother's name to the list of remembered people mentioned. He was accompanied by two helpers, and they asked if her brother had been a part of the church. Then they asked if he'd has his funeral through the church. The answer to both, was no, as he lived in Argentina. Their response ended with "this was not the way things are done here," and my mother left. She spent the rest of the service feeling snubbed and hurt, and this is truly unfortunate to have happen in a church.

This is a Jesus centered & Bible centered church. LifeWay has been my happy place for 2 years this…read moreupcoming October. I also participate in the LifeGroups. I love getting together with my brothers & sisters in Christ to share knowledge, testimony & lots of laughs. This church is truly a "come as you are" in whatever youre wearing, whatever season of life you are in, the church will welcome you in with open arms & support. Sunday service is fantastic & the Pastors are very talented musically and spiritually. This is a church for those who are looking for a relationship with Jesus. LifeWay feels like home & has been a springboard for positive change in my life, thanks to the community there & thanks to God!

It's been a full year since I first wandered into LifeWay and for the most part I've felt very…read morewelcome. Sure, there are some people that you just don't "click" with, but that's true everywhere. Lots of opportunities to get involved and connected, community outreach, etc.

I recently attended a wedding at this cathedral. It is a wonderful combination of beauty and…read morefunction. It is a treat for the eyes and also for the ears with the superb acoustics. No booklets and pamphlets were out today, just the QR codes on the back of the pews. I'll assume they still have those to distribute for older parishioners who might not have or want to use an electronic device. The kneelers are very heavy to move. Since I'm sure the cathedral gets many guests, I'd like to see a few more directional signs - as many of us entered for the wedding, I frequently heard, " Where do I enter?" or "Am I supposed to take the elevator?" But once you get past those things, you'll enjoy the experience.

I've seen quite a few impressive cathedrals around the world, including St. Francis in St. Louis…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/st-francis-xavier-college-church-saint-louis?hrid=2Y2BMChxdXLxTj9c3oD2QA, Cattedrale di Palermo in Sicily https://www.yelp.com/biz/cattedrale-di-palermo-palermo?hrid=sekzQVqMLqLaS3oqlkglRg, Basílica Pontificia de San Miguel in Madrid https://www.yelp.com/biz/bas%C3%ADlica-pontificia-de-san-miguel-madrid-2?hrid=C4kBfpglSEnAd4tALXEKCw, Duomo di Milano https://www.yelp.com/biz/duomo-di-milano-milano-3?hrid=Qg9uTmi5Dk17aRDlCjoVQQ, and the beautiful Grundtvigs Kirke in Copenhagen https://www.yelp.com/biz/grundtvigs-kirke-k%C3%B8benhavn-nv?hrid=c2fByuVKUIkc3WJZD58ZHw. As a modern cathedral, this one in Hartford is absolutely stunning and is as magnificent as any of the above. I arrived on a weekday and was already impressed by the imposing exterior. Surprisingly, the doors were unlocked and the cathedral is open. Masks are still required in late May. There was no one in the central nave or at the altar. The structure was empty and very quiet. It made for some lovely pictures and afterwards, I took a seat and had a moment of reflection. There is free parking outside and as I mentioned, the building is open. Well worth your time if you're touristing in Hartford. [Review 15184 overall, 686 of 2021, number 36 in Connecticut.]

If you want an incredible visual and spiritual experience, come and visit during the 10:30 AM…read moreSunday Mass. The homilies are uplifting. Father Ed Moran is the administrator of the parish and Father Art Murphy is the pastor. Martin Smith is the Musical Director and you will thoroughly enjoy the music.

I stopped by this gorgeous Catholic church on a random Sunday morning and I can not say enough…read moreabout it! The congregation was diverse, lively, and friendly; the music was extremely good; the priest was engaging; and the building is outstanding. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a Catholic church home.