I have been attending services at Hilltop Tabernacle for almost a month now. This church is…read moreabsolutely...awesome. I wish I could give this church 10 stars. It deserves it. An A+. Highly recommend.

One of the best experiences in my life, I love how you can feel the presence of the lord in the…read moreatmosphere. And the worship is so great

Absolutely love this church. Preaching really touches my heart and faith. I'll keep goingread more

Amazing friendly family environment, they made me feel like home the minute I drive up. Everyone is…read morehumble. Pastor Sam, one of the Hambelis people I've ever met. I'm so blessed to find this Church after going through several in the area.

The church is wonderful and they just celebrated 9 yrs in Chula Vista! If you want a church that…read moreteaches according to the bible then this is your church. Pastor Tiznado is a strong man of God and his wife is a active member of the church and community. The members here are welcoming and I know of lives that have been changed and transformed with the help of this church. The church is active in helping serve the needs of the Chula Vista community with food boxes for those in need. There are many bible study groups and I have attended a few women's groups that helpful to me, were fun, and very welcoming. The church serves outside also with an active prison ministry and they are also help the unhoused population with food and prayer. They have missions trips out of city, and even out of country to serve and help those outside Chula Vista as well. The church has opened their doors, rooms, and sanctuary to Chula Vista organizations that have hosted such events as baby showers, Christmas events, Mother's Day events for the needs of the local community organizations. This Church is a gem and active in helping their community and it's members of the South Bay San Diego area. Grateful for them.

I will admit that I have not attended many satellite churches in my years in ministry, but if I…read morewere to start one, I would definite follow the model of the Shadow Mountain Community Church (SMCC) South Bay Campus! I have visited this place of worship multiple times now and find it excellent in every way! I wrote a review of the SMCC North Park Campus a few months back and felt that campus had much to work on to better serve its people, visitors, and community. However, the SMCC South Bay Campus does not have those issues. In fact, this campus has been well-attended since its opening a few years ago and continues to excel. Why? Let's try to list some. 1) A friendly and welcoming congregation. People who attend here will reach out to you and enjoy meeting and sharing with fellow members and new visitors. In fact, it's easy to learn about SMCC South Bay as there is a small canopy outside the worship center entrance that provides information to all who come, especially the visitors. In fact, first time guests get the best parking spaces in the lot! A nice bonus! 2) Great facilities and ample parking space. Yes, this is one of the cleanest worship places I've ever visited. The worship center, the fellowship hall, and the restrooms were astoundingly taken care of well. I don't think the white glove test has a chance against it! Also, in regard to parking, this South Bay campus has a large-sized regular lot and an extension for overflow on the back side of the lot. In this case, it is much better off than its sister satellite parking availability at the North Park Campus. 3) Preaching and teaching: The Shadow Mountain Community Church network, from the sponsoring church in El Cajon, to its six satellite campuses are overseen by one of America's most well-known and best pastors, Dr. David Jeremiah. Dr. Jeremiah has served at Shadow Mountain for 40 years and has probably written around the same number of books. He is also seen on television and heard on radio through the daily weekly ministry called Turning Point. SMCC is among the best evangelicalism has to offer in our times. When anyone attends a SMCC satellite church, a sermon is provided by Dr. Jeremiah on a large screen at about the same time as it is occurring at the main campus. If anyone wishes to watch a SMCC worship service online before coming to visit South Bay Campus or another satellite venue, just visit the SMCC website and there is link to archived worship services that are easily accessible. 4) Programs for children and teens: I admit that I did not get to look into the youth program as much as I would have liked. However, a church of 400 people just in numbers will usually have a vibrant program for youth and teens. From what little I learned today, it appears this is true of SMCC South Bay. I encourage those interested to call the church for more information. 5) Multiple service times: There are two morning services offered at SMCC South Bay Campus on Sundays. The first is at 9 AM and the second is at 10:45 AM. They both get pretty full but there is still room for more visitors! There is a band that provides the music and songs of worship, which are generally in line with contemporary worship in the Chris Tomlin style of song and lyric mode. It comes across worshipful, appropriate for the people who attend, and this experienced group of musicians and song leader connect with the congregation very well. It's been impressive. I could write more, as writing about evangelicalism and evangelical churches is in the full range of my own expertise in ministry. Though I have not met the South Bay Campus pastor, Todd Anderson, I will say I am very impressed with his leadership, care, and oversight of the worship event and how he reaches out to those who attend weekly. For those in the National City, Chula Vista area who are looking for a vibrant, friendly, gospel believing/teaching, evangelical church to visit, this SMCC South Bay Campus should be high on your list! Recommend: VERY HIGH

Just seeing a review from Ashlee W. from 4 months ago on Paseo del Rey Church…read more I'm so very sorry for the way you perceived the Pastors and church response of the mission trip. *I was at that service and can only say I'm certain you misunderstood everything they had to say. They/we love Africa and the African Pastors and have absolutely no reservations about their potential of excellence in any matter of studies. Knowing both Pastors personally I can report the profound sincerity, respect and deep love they both have is very real for the African Pastors. I wish you would have engaged the Pastors afterwards to voice the way you felt about the service giving them a chance to respond. I apologize that you left with a horrible experience, I hope you found a church home and I thank you for your family service to our nationevery blessing to you. Jan S

Been trying out different churches with my family in search of a church home. Will never come back…read moreto this church. First impression walking in was somewhat welcome. Two women engaged in conversation seemed taken aback at our presence and barely responded when I said good morning. Another man was very kind inquiring if I needed to check my younger kids into Sunday school which I politely declined. The biggest problem was in service. We arrived a little late and upon entering realized the sermon had not yet started and was relieved because I didn't want to miss anything instead they were recounting a recent trip they had taken. Both pastors while retelling their experience during an African mission trip made several very offensive and microagressive comments. The most notable one pertaining to a photo of some of the African pastors and whether they were holding up gang signs, which the entire congregation thought was funny, and other comments regarding the intellectual abilities of the African pastors and how "surprised" and they were that "they were bright they had just never been taught." In the current climate of the United States it's imperative that we as Christian help end the divide. I come from a very diverse background I've been to many different churches diverse and non- diverse I have never experienced something like this in a church. I sat with my children and felt so hurt and offended while my husband is away serving his country that these are issues still facing our country. Especially, in a church setting where people are supposed to come and feel welcome. Both of these pastors need to have some training on microaggression. We will never return to this church. Thank you Lucy and John for introducing yourself to my family, but the damage was already done by then.

I love this church! Everyone is so kind and welcoming to all kinds of people. You can tell this…read morechurch really loves the Lord and want their members to succeed in living a life for God. I highly recommend going here!

Very nice community with beautiful mix cultures. It is a very welcoming community of Faith.read more

The community at this church has truly been a blessing in my life. Each person I've met has shown…read moreme what it means to live out faith through love, compassion, and encouragement. Through their kindness and support, I've felt my relationship with God and our blessed mother Mary grow deeper and more personal. Whether through prayer and or fellowship this community has helped me strengthen not only my faith, but also my love and appreciation for the Church as a whole. This church isn't just a building--it's a spiritual home, and I thank the holy spirit for leading me here. All the greatest glory and thanks to God.

After moving back to San Diego several years ago, we tried several different churches over a period…read moreof 7 years, looking for a church where all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation are welcomed and are equals. We also wanted a church that actively helps people in need. First United Methodist Church of Chula Vista is where we settled. The welcoming spirit and passion for outreach make it a wonderful home church. There's also a great children's ministry and a vibrant and active youth ministry!

Our family has attended FUMCCV for around 11 years and our kids have enjoyed the Sunday School,…read moreYouth Group and Summer Camp. We love the inclusive environment and mission activities like building homes on the yearly Mexico Mission trip. I've realized I have a passion for social justice and am thankful to have found a church, life group, friends and Pastor who have similar interests. I enjoy both services. Having grown up in a mainline church, I find the traditional service familiar and the music wonderful. We also attend the crossing service regularly, and enjoy the band and more contemporary service. Christmas Eve Candlelight and Easter services are wonderful. Also importantly, I am so pleased to have found a community which is inclusive to all and embraces LGBTQ+ families and friends. While my family is not, it is important that all are welcomed and loved. This embrace is very thoughtful and has been done through deep study of the scriptures and the historical context of passages. I really enjoy Pastor Brian's sermons and have learned a lot and grown in my faith significantly, We're just striving in all of our ways to follow Jesus and the greatest commandment. "Teacher, which commandment in the law is the greatest?" He said to him, " 'You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.' This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets." Matthew 22:36-40 NRSV You're welcome from whatever background, church experience (or no church experience), spiritual, deconstructing/reconstructing, etc. I'm thankful my children are learning to love like Jesus.

Came in from out of town and felt like family. Great worship, great word of God by Pastor Jeff…read more Awesome Mexican food afterwards! We want to come back.

By God's grace we came to BVBC five years ago! We can't say enough good things about it. Everyone…read morethere welcomed us and loved us from our very first visit as though we had been a member of the church for 10 years. The preaching from the pulpit is biblically sound, easy to understand and each week you go home feeling encouraged and strengthened for the week ahead. There are numerous opportunities to get involved and the church makes sure that the children/youth are given everything they need to grow closer to the Lord by way of Awana's, Sunday school and community events. May the Lord continue to bless and protect this lovely church.