This is a beautiful chapel with well-kept grounds…read more The Canon Memorial Chapel is on the campus of the University of Richmond in Richmond, Virginia. I was in Virginia for a wedding and decided to spend some time touring the University campus before driving back home. I visited on a Sunday morning with a friend in June 2025 before driving back to Ohio. The temperature was bore outside so I appreciate the Chapel living the fans on. The fans were very loud though. I sat in the pews, looked around, and even sang a Christian hymnal from one of the song books. It is very peaceful inside. I'm glad I visited. Students are lucky to have a Chapel right on campus. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 90/250 total reviews in 2026 - 931 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Third Street Bethel AME Church is a true treasure in historic Jackson Ward. Their 175th anniversary…read morecelebration was uplifting and beautifully done. The music was powerful, the sermon inspiring, and the hospitality warm and genuine. You could truly feel the history, faith, and sense of community that has carried this church forward for generations. A wonderful place of worship and a cornerstone of the community.

I thought I found my church home. Beautiful building, beautiful people and beautiful songs. Then…read morethe pastor started his sermon attacking black republicans. I'm a black republican. I had to walk out because I came to hear the word, be amongst my people but if that means being attacked this church and all it's rich history is not the church for me. The pastor went on to preach acceptance for the LBGT and abortion while saying terrible things about black republicans. I think church's should tell us if they are democrats or republicans because to be completely blindsided like I was today wasn't cool.

Very friendly & inclusive. Small but growing: "Growing together. Rooted in love."…read moreSermons are very uplifting. Rite 2 service held 9:15AM, 8154 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville VA in Messiah Lutheran sanctuary.

This church is amazing! The community is alive and wonderful, they care so much about each other…read moreand the greater Richmond area besides the world of course! I have attended this church now for 15 years. it is actually the place I became a Christian, the place where my husband became a Christian, and then where our eldest children have become Christians. The theology is accurate, and they believe in the inerrant word of God. Children's program is amazing and the children's ministry director is always trying new things to get the families invested in each other and the church. Though COVID has been a butt, our church has worked hard to figure out ways that all of us can still meet, whether in person or online with Livestream on YouTube. This place is wonderful. I would really encourage you or your family to check it out!

For the love of Yelp, how do you evaluate a CITY?…read more Since yelp seems targeted at exposing folks to new things, I guess I will evaluate Richmond with a focus on what a visitor would want to know. But what do you include in Richmond? Just the city, or the metro? Again, I am going broadly as tourists do not limit themselves to boundary lines. So Richmond. Richmond is a small city with a struggling downtown. Major industries have left, including a thriving banking hub and industry. In that way it is like many towns in the south that failed to adapt to new realities. There is limited evening activity downtown, although every good restaurant is a nice island of activity. Broad Street is mostly derelict downtown, with some shops and a few brave restaurants open. There is a convention center that was erected with a "If you build it they will come" attitude. If it is well traveled there is little to no publicity. There are several nice hotels downtown and several national tour type theaters. Ballet, opera, etc. Again, islands. In the center of downtown there is an abandoned coliseum, vintage late 1960s I think, that has barbed wire around it. The state government is centered in downtown Richmond, but even this is being pushed gradually into the burbs. And in any case the government does not drive life after dark here. The drivers of economic activity includes the VCU campuses, both academic and teaching hospital complexes. Schools are bad in the city, both in quality and in the condition of the buildings. With the exception of the neighborhoods and similar that I mention below, poverty is common. But the city is to some extent re-gentrifying. So there is hope. But the things that are necessary to make a city liveable -- grocery stores, dry cleaners, day care, retail shops, drug stores, even parking -- are very few and far between. As you move outside of the central downtown area but stay within city limits there are some beautiful and thriving areas. The Fan district, Scott's Edition, Carytown, and the Avenues area in the far reaches of the city are all beautiful and different and the hope of the city. Beautiful but not thriving is Church Hill, which abuts several high crime neighborhoods. Throughout the city there are nice parks, some semi neglected (Bryan, Forest Hill) and some self sustaining (the areas around the James river.) City government cannot decide what they want to do with these I think. The riverfront is a constant focus for potential economic development but there is no real plan despite dreams of being the next San Antonio. Across the area there are several great museums and numerous local theaters. There are outdoor music venues that get national acts. And a minor league baseball team that is terrible but entertaining (and at 34 and 55 as of today, they need to be.) In Virginia, cities cannot annex neighboring counties. So there is a different local government for Henrico County to the north and Chesterfield County to the south. Like any locality there are good areas and bad areas. Schools are generally better in the burbs. But in the sprawling burbs you will find decent home prices and easy commutes. (Sorry Richmonders I have lived in northern VA and what we deal with is nothing.) The food and drink scene in Richmond is spread out everywhere, not in one or more concentrated districts (there are exceptions.) This means everywhere you go you might be passing an excellent "find." I recommend you keep an eye on Yelp and on Style Magazine for hidden gems and the latest pop up. The nightlife and beverage programs in the metro have been noted by publications in NY and Washington. Several restaurants in the metro have been named "Best in the South" over the years by Southern Living. We love the metro. For all its problems at the center, there is room for growth and exploration.

This city is packed with history, some of which it is not very proud of. But you cannot change the…read morepast and history, is history. It was incorporated in 1742. I though that being the Commonwealth's 4th most populous city (100th in the US), that it would have a lot more going on. Don't get me wrong, it does have activities and events, it is just a slower pace. Richmond is the Capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is home to southern charm and really nice people. There are tons of parks here and you can find some good eateries. Richmond does not have any professional sports teams and its airport is about 20 minutes from downtown. The city has a moderate climate with all four seasons. It is somewhat of a college town, serving as home to many higher learning universities including Virginia Commonwealth University, and the University of Richmond. I do not consider it a very safe place. I may be biased by the double homicide that I witnessed after a graduation that made national news. The Altria Group, the parent company of Philip Morris USA, is based out of Richmond and is one of the city's biggest employers. The downtown area is serviced by the ride share scooters. I used them to trek about the city. Some of the city's attractions include: The Richmond Slave Trail, the Civil War Museum, the Canal Walk, the James River, and The State Capitol building. I was surprised to see, but Richmond was packed with public art. There are some amazing sculptures there and there are tons of murals to see. This city is above average for me, and I have been to many cities. I enjoyed my stay, exploring its history and tasting its great eats. I recommend visiting this city, especially if you are a history buff.

small church with a big heart. everybody is welcome and the pastor keeps the congregation laughing…read moreand learning!

The Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Richmond is right on the VCU campus, there are a lot of…read moreparking spaces that are reserved for it and since we were there not on a weekend and not on a Sunday for service parking was easy to find The cathedrals architecture is beautiful.

Parking was easy which is a rare find downtown. The Cathedral was beautiful and the service…read moreimpactful.

I am deeply saddened and disappointed. My family genuinely hoped to make Heights Church our church…read morehome, but our experience has been profoundly discouraging. Scripture reminds us that "Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart" (1 Samuel 16:7). Unfortunately, this church seems far more focused on outward appearance than inward transformation. The excessive spending on extravagant Christmas decorations was troubling. Rather than showcasing the church building, it would have been more Christ-like to meet real needs--perhaps providing Christmas trees, food, or assistance to families struggling during the season. Jesus taught that caring for the poor is not optional: "Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me" (Matthew 25:40). When spectacle replaces service, the mission of the Church is compromised. One of the most disturbing moments was hearing a pastor speak as though she herself was assured of heaven while implicitly condemning others. Scripture is clear that judgment belongs to God alone: "There is only one Lawgiver and Judge" (James 4:12). We are also reminded that "Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 7:21). No one truly knows the state of another's soul, and humility--not spiritual superiority--should mark church leadership. This experience reflects a larger issue within American church culture, particularly among megachurches. There is a glaring lack of financial transparency. Churches should willingly report and audit their finances, as Scripture calls believers to walk "above reproach" (2 Corinthians 8:20-21). At Heights Church, there appears to be nepotism, unclear salaries, and no accountability regarding how much actually serves the community versus sustaining unhealthy spending habits. The food pantry is the one truly commendable ministry, and it genuinely serves the local community. However, good works alone do not excuse compromised doctrine or moral blindness. Jesus warned the church in Revelation: "Because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth" (Revelation 3:16). This church tells people what they want to hear, not what they need to hear. Scripture instructs pastors to "preach the word...correct, rebuke and encourage--with great patience and careful instruction" (2 Timothy 4:2), yet biblical truth here is watered down to attract a wealthier, more comfortable demographic. There is also an unhealthy culture of overworked volunteers, unquestioning loyalty, and what feels like a cult-like mentality. Jesus warned against religious leaders who burden others while exempting themselves: "They tie up heavy, cumbersome loads and put them on other people's shoulders" (Matthew 23:4). Charity is celebrated, but morality and humility are lacking. Even secular corporations give generously--yet generosity without integrity is meaningless (1 Corinthians 13:3). Many sermons appear borrowed or spoken verbatim, sometimes involving false personal stories and alleged conversations with God. Scripture is severe in its warning: "Not many of you should become teachers...for we who teach will be judged more strictly" (James 3:1). Teaching falsely or carelessly is not a minor offense. Does this church fear God? Or do they fear People? Overall, I am heartbroken. I am far from perfect and do not claim moral superiority. But after years in church, this stands as one of my greatest disappointments. If you are looking for a church that prioritizes status, waters down Scripture, affirms comfort over conviction, and focuses on earthly values rather than eternity--"storing up treasures on earth" instead of heaven (Matthew 6:19-21)--then this may be the place for you. But for those seeking truth, repentance, humility, and genuine relationship with God, I cannot recommend it. "They have a form of godliness but deny its power" (2 Timothy 3:5). And that is the most devastating part of all. May God be with us! Matthew 3:11 2 Timothy 3:1-5

What a wonderful church! The people are welcoming and the service was great. The building is…read morebeautiful. Pastor Josh preached a message that was straight from the word of God.