I've been attending this church for about 3 years and let me tell you, you will meet the sweetest people here! Everyone is so welcoming and it truly feels like family. The messages are always so good and you can tell that they are lead by the Holy Spirit! read more

I have been attending the Calling Church for a few months and I love it. There's a great spirit that fills the place, the people are loving, welcoming, and pastor Mike and his team are well equipped with the gospel and God's truth. They are definitely meeting the needs of the church. The worship is amazing and they are arms wide open and worshiping in spirit and truth. The decor is also has a nice atmosphere. If you're in the area definitely stop by for a visit. read more

The Calling Church - Churches Near Me - Pasadena, California

We started attending this Bible based church last year. People are welcoming and loving. We definitely found our home church .

I was an outside vendor hired by The Calling Church here in Pasadena for recurring services over 6 weeks, and let me tell you what an incredible uplifting energy this place has. Pastors Michael and Corinne have created such a special spot in this beautiful community, and the people that come here are some of the kindest and sweetest folks you would ever meet. It was an absolute pleasure serving the crowds here on Sundays and getting to know everyone. I always had a great experience and felt incredibly welcomed by such a warm, supportive, and accommodating group of individuals. I very much looked forward to my time there every week, and would encourage anyone wanting to be around a positive, caring, and friendly environment to swing by and spend a Sunday morning with this wonderful Church!! Thank you so much to everyone at The Calling! read more

We were here for only a shot while before our move out of state. However, the care and love we received in our short time here was very much appreciated. What touched me the most is to be able to see a Pastor who teaches the church he has been entrusted with to give reverence to God during different times in service while he himself also kneels and humbles himself before God and his congregation. His teachings were from scripture and definitely had a way to impact our situation and felt they were written specifically for us!! Now THAT is anointing that I pray continues to bless this Pastor, worship leaders, and congregation so that others can begin the Holy Spirit continues to move. WoW now onto worship. The pastors wife is the lead worship leader and she along with the rest of the worship team do an incredible job at helping usher in the Holy Spirit. They had me crying and teary eyed throughout worship portion of service. Thank goodness that the lights are turned waay down low lol so that one is able to feel comfortable with submission themselves at Gods feet and not feel like someone is watching you. Note that this is not a pretentious church nor does it seem clicky. Everyone seemed kind and genuine. We had a couple conversations with people that we wished we could have had more time to get to know better but we were moving. This is a come as you are spiritually just don't get comfortable in that spiritual space as they will help you learn and grow to be more Christ like. So if you're ok with that and need a church home, stop by visit, and get plugged into a small group, then move onto serving to grow in your walk. I promise if you do, you will meet some incredible people while see you experience God transform your life! read more

Today was my first day visiting The Calling, I moved to this area awhile ago and have been looking for a new "home church". My previous one was in the Inland Empire so it was quite a drive there and back to make it and I knew there had to be somewhere I would feel like it was my spiritual home in the Pasadena area if I kept searching. I happened to find The Calling through Yelp when I searched "church". The positive reviews had me optimistic and when I saw they had a children's ministry I was sold. Since I have a 7 year old, a church with children's ministry is a must for me. Now on to my first day, I typed in the address and made my short drive there to realize it was at a local middle school. My son thought I had the wrong address but I was reassured I did not when I saw the signs for The Calling. We walked up and were greeted by a lovely woman who offered us hot coffee, water, donuts or cookies. My son was sold when he saw the donuts. She pointed to us where the children's ministry was and I signed my son in. Everyone was very warm and welcoming to him and he seemed very comfortable as I dropped him off. I then made my way to the auditorium where another young lady greeted me and showed me where everything was, I made my way into the main room where worship was just starting. Let me tell you about worship, it was BEAUTIFUL! The two singers have amazing voices and I did shed some tears fully surrendering to the moment. The pastor is young and has Gods fire in him. Overall I laughed, I cried and I am so glad I went. After picking up my son he reported back on how he really liked it as well. We are very much looking forward to going back. read more

So glad I've been called here to this church! Pastors Michael and Corinne are the most caring , genuine, loving people that I know. So the culture of feeling like you're at home here, is directly related to them and just who they are! read more

I found this church using my Yelp app almost 2 years ago - very unusual for me because I've been going to church since before I could walk and have always been led to different churches through word of mouth! Who would ever think you could find a gem of a church using Yelp!?!? Welp #didthat ;) For as long as I could remember I have always had a commute to church and never had the experience of going to a church that was in the neighborhood where I actually lived. So I threw "church" into my Yelp search and a few came up. There were two churches that stood out to me that were within about 5 miles of where I was living at the time ... The Calling was one of the two churches. In fact it was literally 5 minutes from my house!!!! I chose to visit this church first and never ended up visit the 2nd church that had originally seemed interesting. I was instantly content with what I experienced at The Calling. What initially drew my attention was the intimacy of the atmosphere. It was a small gathering of diverse people that seemed down to earth and genuinely warm. I went by myself to visit but strangely did not feel alone. Worship was amazing!!! Super important to me wherever I go church-wise. Pretty sure I shed happy tears while singing - even on that first visit. Of course the sweet atmosphere became that much sweeter when I got ready to head out and saw a complete spread on the table filled with donuts, cookies, coffee, sweet tea, water ... a church after a sugar-holic's heart LOL. I kept going to The Calling until I got married - I was moved by the vision of the young husband and wife team (Pastors Michael & Corrine). Loved that they had a heart for the city of Pasadena and did not have to deal with the limiting, religious red-tape that can sometimes come from being a part of a denomination. If you are looking for a place to feed your soul first and then your belly - check this place out. They are in a small location but their hearts are BIG. No fluff here. Just love and truth. read more

The Calling Church - a SWEET treat to celebrate their 2 year church anniversary!!! Jelly filled #YUM - Churches Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is my favorite church in Pasadena. The Church is 2yrs young. It has a small church feel but, the potential to grow and reach the city of Pasadena and surrounding area. The pastors here are welcoming and I love the diversity of the church. They are very warm,welcoming, authentic, and honest. If you are looking for a church, a community, or have questions this is a great place to come. For the most part it is safe to say that everyone here is encouraging and loving. The fist time I went I never felt like everyone was looking at me especially because I was new. Rather I felt very welcomed and I knew it was genuine. This is a great place to plant yourself and grow. The presence of God is really powerful in this place and the worship is amazing! p.s. There are men and women weekly small groups currently happening. So if you are looking to surround yourself in a safe community this is a great place to visit. read more

We found our home! Since day one at the calling we where greeted by so many of the volunteers. We never felt outcasted as the "new people" we just immediately felt a connection and it has been true ever since. Both the word and worship are filled with the spirit, which is very important to us. We have a one year old, my husband and I alternate caring for him outside during the word because there is no nursery, we are told they are working on it. There's is always coffee and drinks available before and after service which creates a lovely environment to have community. read more

I stumbled upon this gem of a church thanks to word of mouth from some friends. I had never been to a church opening, so I was a little curious as to how it would go. I went to the very service and I would never guessed that it was the first service. Everyone and everything seemed so familiar. It is in a small, intimate space and is the perfect size for those of us who do not prefer huge, "mega" churches. Worship was amazing. It was simple and did not have too many bells and whistles, which allows you to close your eyes and be in your own worship (if that makes any sense!). The pastor seemed very relatable and down to earth. Even in the first message, he let us know that he is not perfect, nor is his family. In my opinion, this is something that I look for in a pastor. I am not a fan of pastors who seem like they are almost speaking down to you because they have never experiences some trials and tribulations that the congregation has. It also did not hurt that there was a taco man after the service! I am sure that this will not be happening after every service but it was definitely a perk. Who knows! Maybe if we tithe enough, we can get tacos all the time! Overall, I will definitely be back to this church. I felt so welcomed and loved even though I knew no one there. It's crazy! I would recommend this church for the young, old, and young at heart! It seems like it is going to grow into an amazing community that I would love to be a part of! read more

Such a great church and community right in Pasadena! I have been attending for a few years now and have seen it grow as a congregation and within the community. I would highly recommend coming by and experiencing Jesus through the worship, message and through the people that make the church body! read more

I love the Calling Church people are friendly. I love the music . The preaching is amazing and have cried sometimes. It feels like family, they make you feel special there. read more

The best way I could describe this church is like finding a whole in the wall restaurant that you keep falling in love with each time you go. So if you aren't Christian or are curious about finding out about Jesus this place is for you. The staff and volunteers are immensely gifted and caring. Pastor Michael and pastor Corinne both bring powerful messages from scripture that at times reflect there lives and the congregation. They also have several fellowship groups that meet throughout the week that will meet the needs of anyone looking for community. Not only do you feel welcomed once you step into this church, you feel a sense of home. Hope you can check it out! read more

Seriously one of the greatest churches around! The Pastors are incredible people who really have a heart for God and for people. If you are looking for a church and live in Pasadena or the San Gabriel Valley I highly recommend this church. Oh and let's talk about there worship AMAZING!!!! read more

Two dynamic enthusiastic pastors that love God! Their worship is seriously amazing and led by a beautiful singer Corrine Alfaro. Pastor Michael has powerful and instrumental messages on loving people like Jesus loves people. Great community and I just love seeing everyone when I go on Sundays. Very warm and friendly! read more

It;s a great church with wonderful and caring people, where handshakes won;t do, instead you are received by a warm hug and a big smile. Pastor Michael has had a hard life, so he can relate, so if your hurting, lost, alone or hopeless this is the church for you. Pastors messages are always right on target. His life inspires me, that no matter how hard life can get, you don't give up. He is a living example, His wife is the worship singer and can sing a fine tune. You lose yourself in her music. Their bible studies are also great. I've learned so much and some of my closest friends come from bibile study. This is a church of all ages and all different walks of life. Come just as you are, and you will leave spirit-filled. Awesome church, awesome people, awesome messages, what more can you want in a church! read more

Such a wonderful genuine God loving community. Pastors Michael & Corinne are beautiful representations of Christ and their new church is a beautiful space to come and feel loved, encouraged and supported. SUCH. GREAT. PEOPLE. read more

We were looking for a church to call home for a few months. We visited on Easter and never left! This is a church made up of different ages and different cultures... it's beautiful! They were so welcoming to our family. Worship and the message were great! Real messages for real life. If you're looking for authentic people who love God and people come here! You won't regret it ... we didn't. ‍‍‍ read more

My family and I have been coming to the Calling Church for a year now, and we always feel so welcome and blessed visiting the church. It is very heartwarming walking in with fresh coffee, waters and sweet pastries in case you didn't get a chance to eat breakfast before service. As the service starts the music and the singing at the Calling is enlightening and opens your heart to hear the word of God. The pastors speak from the heart in giving life experiences and giving us bible scriptures to apply to our daily struggles, hopes and dreams. We all have a calling in our lives that God wants us to fulfill and finding this church has been a great place of prayer and worship! read more

I have been coming to the Calling for a year now and I love this place! The first time I visited I was welcomed with so much love. Messages are great, real and straight from the bible. Worship is amazing. This church is filled with real people who are living real life, following Jesus. People are ready to pray for you, the Pastor takes the time to listen to you pray for you as well. The guest speakers they have are amazing as well. You can can't come and not be blessed by the word that is preached, and the fellowship! I am blessed to of found this as my home church. This place is family! God is in this place!! read more

It was awesome meeting Pastor Michael and Corinne the other day. I saw the passion and vision they both had for serving and spreading God's message. I know God will bless them and provide them with growth of The Calling Church, connections with anyone who seeks God, and point them in the right direction. I wish them the very best. read more

Great new Christian fellowship just planted in Pasadena! Lots of good energy...fun people and great worship. The pastor and his wife are both young and vibrant and have a true passion for the Lord. There is food afterwards which is really awesome and everyone there is very open and welcoming. I'm excited to watch what the Lord does with this exciting group of people in the city of Pasadena! Check it out!!! read more

I love this church! So friendly and very welcoming. Will definitely be my new place for worship. Bringing all my friends and family.

Been going to this church for about 7 months, and have really enjoyed my experience here. The simple yet engaging bible studies got me interested in knowing the people more. Corinne and Michael, the pastors of the church, are down to earth, spirit filled, bible-loving people and they really make a point to get to know everyone at the church. It's a great community of people! read more

Love this place. It's just filled with people who love God and people. As far as I see it that's the purpose of the church. The church is just starting to it's off to some humble beginnings but it's exciting to be there because you can see increase is constantly happening. Pastor Michael loves people and will talk to anyone and just love on them. Corinne sings amazingly and worship is always an incredible experience. Lastly, everyone is so filled with intentionality and a love for individuals that it's always a wonderful experience to be welcomed to the church. If you're looking for a church with a good sense of family, sound doctrine, great worship, and awesome people, please check out The Calling Church. We'd love to have you over. read more

I searched this church on Yelp. I am very lucky to find my home. Pastor Michael and Corinne are very kind and nice to each brother and sister. As a Chinese, I only attended two churches in L.A. The first church is luxury but they never teach us Bible. The pastor of second church is very knowledgeable but she only speaks Chinese. Meanwhile, most of brothers and sisters in those churches don't have the ability to speak English. In my opinion, all of newcomers should study English and make friends with foreigners. Brother Henry who is filipinos is very generous old person. He not only helps me with my English but also brings me to his business. I learned a lot of experience from him. The church is very diversity. Most of brothers and sisters are very enthusiasm and friendly. God tells us that love is better than hate. I really appreciate Pastor gave me the golden opportunity to merger into American society. read more

If you are looking for a church, The Calling is the place for you. My wife and I came across it by happenstance when we were searching for churches in Pasadena. We came from a large church where we felt it was difficult to get involved in ministry. We were looking for three things: 1) a church in which both us and the church could grow; 2) great worship; and 3) a great pastor with deep, powerful, and impressionable messages. At The Calling, we found all three! From day one, the people were so welcoming and inviting, the worship was amazing, and Pastor Michael's message was extremely impactful. We now call The Calling our home church and we could not be happier. Both we and the church have grown so much in the past three months that we have been here and we continue to grow everyday. If you are looking for a church to call home, come check out The Calling! read more

This church is great!! It's nicely taken care of. Everyone is friendly. Pastor Michael and his wife Corrine are awesome, they take the time and get to know the people and really listen to what you have to say. My kids, they love the class room where they play, draw and get to know who Jesus is. I recommend it ! read more

I have been coming to The Calling Church for over a year. The first time I came to this church I felt it, this is home. Pastors Michael and Corinne, and the church are all very welcoming and caring. If you want to connect with people and do life this is the place to be; they have a Connect Area after service with refreshments and Life Groups. The messages are on point, relatable and most importantly bible based, applying the word to our daily life. And worship is just powerful, amazing, and heart filling, you can feel the spirits movement. You leave blessed. I love my church. read more

Great church. Great people. I've gotten to know the pastors at the calling and they are all about giving love. It's not about them, but it's a bit the people of the community. You won't find many genuine churches like The Calling. They are about giving and living a life of worship. read more