West Vancouver United Church is a fabulous place for personal and spiritual growth. The…read moreministerial team of Rev. Dr. Ross Lockhart and Rev. Laura Lockhart provide wonderful models for the congregation. With different, yet complementary skills and interests, they have helped to revitalize the congregation since their arrival several years ago. Add to them the musical mastery of Gerry Van Wyck as conductor of an amazingly talented congregational choir and two community choirs (The Pacific Spirit Choir and the Pacific Spirit Children's Choir), plus the Youth Ministry guided by Simon LeSieur, West Vancouver United Church is a unique beacon of spiritual growth on Vancouver's North Shore.

From the owner: West Vancouver United Church is a leader in caring for families and individuals throughout the…read morevarious stages of life and faith in North Vancouver and West Vancouver. You are welcome here!

Awesome community! I enjoy attending service here as does my family. We feel welcome.read more

I've visited this church twice now. Both times were great! It's a fairly large church, so if you're…read morenew I recommend going up to one of the greeters and saying so. They can point you in the right direction. (This should be easy, as they smile and say some sort of good morning as you walk in. So take your time and stop for a chat! You don't have to rush past.) The people here are lovely, so don't be afraid to strike up a conversation with the people around you in the auditorium or find someone wearing a "staff" lanyard if you're looking for more "official" conversation about the church. Note: There's coffee available by donation and water, both at the cafe downstairs and a small station upstairs. You can take it into the auditorium, too. The preaching is solid, as others have mentioned. You can tell that the pastor knows his stuff and is passionate about the Word of God. I love that they give time for response at the end of sermons, which includes the opportunity to take communion. They do have gluten free communion at the front table, which is so nice and not something you see at every church. For those like me, it's much appreciated! The worship is beautiful. I loved seeing the passion on the team's faces. They light up as they sing and play, and it's beautiful. I got chills at one point during worship at the end of service today -- presence of God ushered in. Love it! It's a great church from what I've seen. And my friend who lives here says such good things about it. If you live here, give it a try, and seriously consider getting involved in a community group. They are the best way to get plugged in and make friends. I spent the afternoon with several of my friend's small group members after church and they were all so friendly and welcoming. This church is full of people who truly care about knowing and following Jesus and it shows.

Been to this church for 15 years. It's a big church, and it's not perfect, but it's the best I've…read morebeen. Lots of guard rails in place - they're committed to providing a safe space to as many people as possible. Not focused on hype, or trends, but very much results oriented in their approach to ministry and helping make the city a better place.

I'm hoping someone from Coastal Church can explain who pays for the pastors' many trips around the…read moreworld - never places like Nigeria to bolster the spirits of Christians whose families have been slaughtered but to Israel, Turkey, Greece, London...Do they have another source of income financing these trips or are their salaries such that holidays like these aren't a hardship? and do videos and talk of their trips ensure writing these travel expenses off their taxes? Surely, the Church isn't paying out of donations as a bonus. Clearing this up would go a long way to providing confidence with attendees.

Built in 1927, St Francis-In-the-Wood Anglican Church is a beautiful church located in the…read moreCaulfeild neighbourhood of West Vancouver. I first discovered the church in April 2025 when I went hiking with my hiking group along the Caulfeild Trail. The church was noted as a place of interest in my hiking guide book, and if it weren't mentioned, I probably would not have come across it. It happened to be the day before Easter Sunday when my group and I went to the church, so they were setting it up for Easter service and there was an employee there who told us about the history of the church -- apparently it is open 24 hours a day. They also let us use the washroom. My group and I hiked the Caulfeild Trail again in August and stopped by the church to have a look at the gorgeous stained glass windows and to use the washroom; however, the area to the washrooms was closed. So while the nave of the church is open 24 hours, access to the washrooms is not. I went to the church again last night, December 6, for a Christmas concert with a friend. This time I was taking the bus in the dark, instead of hiking to the church in the daylight. If I hadn't been to the church before, I would have had a difficult time finding it. (If taking the bus, take the #250 bus and get off at Marine Drive and The Dale and walk less than 10 minutes down The Dale to the church.) A lovely church, and next time I hike along Caulfeild Trail, I will stop by and take photos of the lovely stained glass windows.

I hummed, I hawed. Is it sacrilegious to write about a church? Is it a sin to write about a…read morefriend's special ceremony? But I couldn't contain myself! Other engaged couples need to know that this place exists! I've had the good fortune to attend two weddings at St Francis in the Wood and I have to say, if I was ever to go a traditional route down the aisle, this would be the place to do it! It's been nestled in this little wooded cove since 1927 and while it looks like it's been renovated, the brightly coloured stained glass windows look like they come from a magical time. In the water below, little sailboats bounce up and down. Trees filter the bright sunshine and the very-very-very lucky people who live down this sparsely populated residential street have the opportunity to enjoy its splendor every day. Could it be more picture perfect? It's tough to find, but a Yelp map or some tailored directions from a bride and groom will serve you well. And not to spoil the ending, but they ring the church bell after the "I Do's!"

Very nice church inside and out. There is a parking lot across the street if no street parking is…read moreavailable. They also have a gift shop!

I don't usually write reviews for churches but I thought why not since it is such a nice cathedral…read morein the heart of downtown Vancouver. Very convenient for the holiday traveler still wishing to attend mass. We actually went at the beginning of our cruise and at the end. They welcome out of town visitors which I'm sure make up a large portion of the attendees. Another reviewer mentioned that the communion lines are with the people on the sides proceeding to the front to a kneeler and and those entering down the center returning up the same way. Seemed a little congested so we went to the side. Hadn't received communion on a kneeler in over 30 years! There are a couple of homeless with their hats out before and after mass. This is not unusual as you are in the heart of a heavily populated city. The congregation is diverse and it's interesting to see so many Chinese at a Catholic mass...but it's Vancouver after all! Aided by great acoustics in this cathedral, the choir was fantastic.

Architecturally excellent with a serene mood as light filters in through the stained glass windows…read moreand the smell of sweet wood polish pervades. A regular, fairly traditional 10:30 AM Sunday service that often runs to an hour and a half with music from the large Casavant organ that ranges from sublime to majestic. Many times there are also professional guest musicians from various cultures and traditions. The afternoon Jazz service is also by voluntary donation and features professionals from around the city with little talking and lots of good music. The 7 pm evening contemplative service is predominantly candle-lit, calm and relaxing with guest musicians and small professional vocal ensemble to lead in the calm singing. Various activities for seniors, youth, parents & tots, The Word is Out for gay people to gather, share a meal and discuss topics of concern, a young people's evening of a meal and social fun (not an overtly religious gathering, open to all faiths) plus a welcoming to strangers conversation and coffee group. Free parking on Sundays in the underground parkade reached through the alley between the hotel and church off of Burrard. The venue is wheel chair accessible and sexual orientation is irrelevant. The recent rebuild have kept the interior and exterior looking the same but have brought better acoustics and lighting as well as cushioned seating. Also home to the longest aisle in Western Canada so often used for weddings and large memorial services. Seats just under 1,000 people. Also home to many TV and movie shoots plus public concerts. A particular favourite has been the Royal College of Organists Hallowe'en spooky music concert, also by donation, with some of the regions best organists playing themes ranging from Bach to video games, with cookies and punch after to raise money for their scholarship fund. A great place to attend a concert whether in the soaring sanctuary or intimate chapel.

Tonight I visited this stately and imposing church on the corner of Burrard and Nelson, to see and…read morehear the Chor Leoni men's choir perform. What a wonderful, beautiful church - and amazing venue for a musical performance! The high, vaulted ceilings, the old, stone walls, the jeweled colors of the stained glass windows, the cavernous, open space - wow, just lovely. Even our wooden pew seat was comfortable (surprisingly). And the acoustics were just fabulous, too. We sat in the "south transept" area which flanks the stage on the east. My only minor gripe is that the seating diagram online didn't realistically portray where our chosen seats would be in relation to the stage (I knew which row we'd be in but the seats' angle to the stage front was quite off). That said, it was still great, and we enjoyed the show enormously and this church venue was truly special.

Avant Life Church Vancouver is a strong outwardly focused community that believes the answer to…read morethese questions is in the life-changing message of hope which is Jesus Christ.

Beautiful small church with friendly people where you can find a sense of peace, belonging &…read moreserenity.

My first visit to an Anglican Church service and I left impressed and grateful. The beautiful…read morecathedral is across the street from the Burrard station and the Hyatt hotel. I was kindly welcomed at a Sunday Choral Eucharist service. The clergy and volunteers welcomed everyone, members and visitors. Well-to-do and down-and-out. Healthy and ill. All ethnicities and orientations. Two rude visitors next to me yammered during the service, but a volunteer quietly and kindly reminded them to respectfully keep quiet.