Christian Life does an awesome job of contemporary praise with practical messages on the life of…read morefaith! Central to the church are life groups which develop relationships that allow individuals to grow in Christ and with each other. The Pastoral staff geniuely care for people while encouraging people to trust in Christ for everything. So if you are tired of the stale and dry Christian Life is the place for you!

I was in the Fort Lee area for a month and needed to find a "church home" while I was in the area…read more I found Christian Life through yelp. I don't think it was by chance I decided on this church...I found the church to be welcoming and a great Christian atmosphere. My "soul" was fed during my time at Fort Lee. I was a bit thrown off by the loud upbeat worship team on my first visit and thought perhaps I stepped into the young adult service, but all services are the same. The worship team loudly, proudly, and full of energy sing their hearts out to Jesus! Great church!!!

At the movies series starts today!…read more I love my church! Great staff of volunteers ready to serve you! Beautiful facility. Check us out!

We love this church with our whole hearts! We are a military family and our hearts will break when…read moreour time comes to leave. My entire family (11 yr old daughter, 8 yr old son, my self and my husband) have come closer than ever in our faith with God with so much thanks to this church! We have gained amazing family and a home at this church

It's a classic seeker church: therapeutic music, inward‑focused prayers, and a vibe aimed at…read morefeelings rather than reverence. The people at this church are kind, though the congregation is noticeably aging. After attending for more than seven years, we eventually realized that the focus of worship wasn't truly on Jesus. The attention seemed centered instead on the Lead Pastor, Randy, and the praise team with its emotionally driven music. The entire service has a distinctly feminine, therapeutic tone--prayers aimed inward ("What can I get from this?") rather than upward ("What can I offer to God?"). The service itself feels like a high‑tech, fragmented Bible study blended with a contemporary Christian concert. At times it becomes downright cringeworthy--think Righteous Gemstones--with random rhythmic dancers or sudden solos and duets that feel completely disconnected from genuine worship. The overall atmosphere encourages people to come seeking an emotional, social, or spiritual experience, rather than coming to offer worship to the Lord. That's likely why it never felt like real worship to us. Doctrinally, nearly everything is treated as symbolic--baptism, communion, even sin. That perspective becomes more understandable once you realize their pastor has no apostolic authority and therefore cannot offer sacramental grace in any historic Christian sense. There were also moments of dishonesty. After returning from Jerusalem, Randy once claimed he had visited Christ's tomb. I was initially impressed, but later discovered he had gone to the "Garden Tomb," a site widely recognized by archaeologists as a 19th‑century Protestant invention with no historical credibility. The historically attested tomb is located at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, maintained by Orthodox and Catholic Christians. It seems he avoided acknowledging that because of its Catholic association. The church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, a denomination that originally formed because slave‑owning ministers insisted on retaining both slavery and ordination. Though the SBC has issued apologies, it has never formally rejected the theological arguments its founders used to justify slavery. Our concerns extended to the children's ministry as well. After years of attendance, my oldest child couldn't identify which books of the Bible contain the Gospels. The youth ministry's impact seemed minimal. The children's ministry amounted to a large playroom and a simple craft. Essentially, childcare. Meanwhile, parents happily dropped their kids off and went to service alone. But Jesus preached to families, not segregated age groups. Reverence is also lacking. Men routinely wear baseball caps during prayer and worship, despite the clear teaching in 1 Corinthians 11:4-7. This seems less like rebellion and more like biblical illiteracy or laziness. It's Randy's job to clean this up, but he doesn't care. Even the visitor pitch at the end--cookies and a mug--feels tired and superficial. If someone needs a snack and a souvenir to come to Jesus, they're simply a lost person asking another lost person for directions. Most younger families seem to attend because peers at Fort Lee recommend it. It's convenient childcare, and the music is enjoyable, but it's hard to see how any of this reflects what Jesus intended His Church to be. In a time when many--especially young people--are searching for tradition, stability, and a faith rooted in something deeper than trends, they won't find it here. Increasing numbers of young adults are turning to high Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy for precisely those reasons. Southern Baptist churches like this one feel stuck in the 2000s and unaware of the spiritual hunger of the post‑COVID millennial and Gen Z generations. God bless you on your spiritual journey.

I truly enjoy being a member of this church. Being a follower of Christ has helped me weather the…read morestorm in many deep valleys. The sermon series has helped me navigate the bible. There is a excellent youth and children ministry. If you are looking for a church home, you have come to the right place.

This historic church caught my attention because close family members were born and raised in…read morePetersburg, so I've always felt a connection to the area. I actually remember passing by this church many times with my parents as a child, but I didn't think much of it then. It's amazing how your interests shift as you become an adult. I was excited to discover that First Baptist is one of the oldest African American Baptist churches in the country--founded in 1774. Unfortunately, I arrived after visitor hours, so I could only take photos of the exterior. Even from the outside, the building on Harrison Street has a powerful presence that makes you pause and reflect on the deep history it holds. The front door is absolutely stunning--it captures your attention whether you're walking by or driving past because of the amazing detail and craftsmanship. The church sits in the heart of Petersburg, in a neighborhood currently undergoing significant revitalization (or, as some might say, gentrification). It's was impressive to see this historic landmark standing strong amid so much change. I did a little reading and learned that the church was part of the largest free Black community in the South before the Civil War. During the Civil Rights Movement, the congregation was actively involved, and today, they continue to serve through a strong community outreach program. I definitely plan to return when I'm back visiting my family. If you're exploring this evolving neighborhood or have an interest in African American history, this is absolutely a place worth seeing. The building is well preserved, and I'm glad to know it's on the historic registry. I also discovered that the Free Masons were involved in the church's mission and community work--another fascinating layer to its legacy. Faithful love of family and community is so very vital in today's world, and it's clear that this church has long stood as a symbol of both. The church has a very welcoming website with great resources. I recommend checking it out and contacting the church office directly for up-to-date information on services and classes. Tip: Be sure to verify visitor hours before you go, it will save you some time in the long run.

Not a large congregation, which isn't a bad thing because it allows the members to be very…read morewelcoming and friendly to guest.

This was my first visit to Calvert Baptist Church. I was invited by a friend for the choir's…read moreChristmas musical presentation. It was delightful! The congregation was welcoming and I had a great time. I would definitely attend again, and encourage anyone looking for a large, welcoming, Baptist Church to give this one a try.

people are very welcoming, and Pastor and Mrs. Haskett are always available…read more This is a KJV church that sings out of a hymn book. Everyone is very loving and kind... and the adult ladies' Sunday school class has breakfast and coffee - they've spoiled me! ;)

The Enon campus is an extension of Southside Church at Courthouse & 288 in Chesterfield. We…read morerecently moved from meeting at an elementary school to meeting in one of the buildings at the former Atlantic Baptist Bible College at 500 Baptist Rd. The best thing about Southside is the love they have for one another and for others. As a church they definitely try to reflect Jesus' statement "they will know you are my disciples by the love you have for each other."

The preacher here is very nice. A man of God. My cousin passed away and he reached out to our…read morefamily in one of the hardest losses. They prayed for our family and had a vigil. Fed us during and after the funeral. I wanted to thank them for all their kindness. And the PTA and Jersey Mike's for providing food also. I wished I lived closer because I would definitely attend this church. They like to involve the children and they are all about the community.

Such a wonderful place! My loving neighbors introduced me…read moreto New Life Outreach and it completes me. I look forward to attending on Sunday's.

Love this church it's so inviting & caring! Very family oriented. Gospel focused. Lots of fellowshipread more

We are so happy to have thrive as our home church. Thrive has welcomed us with open arms from the…read morestart. The kids program is incredible. We love the worship music and the teaching is always great.

Most welcoming church out there. Pastor Kevin brings the Bible to life and makes it easy to…read moreunderstand.

My go to Church when I'm in town visiting family from Atlanta, Georgia. Juan and Keriann introduced…read moreme to your wonderful church. Keep reaching people for Jesus.

Love our church. the entire experience was wonderful. Super friendly and very welcoming, my kids…read moreloved their classes and the worship was amazing.