Vista Calvary is not North Coast Calvary Chapel North Coast…read moreCalvary started in Encinitas and moved to Carlsbad...never in Vista. There used to be a Calvary Chapel in Vista but not North Coast Calvary. I have been with this wonderful church since since the YMCA In Encinitas. Anyone would be blessed to come and be a part of this loving church

been going to Calavery chapel for 20 years since they were in Vista. our worship group left because…read moreof a very unfortunate circumstances with the pastor Dan Kettle. would not recommend this church

Solid biblical teaching from amazing pastors! Highly recommend if you want to learn about the bible…read moreand strengthen your relation with Jesus.

We recently moved to Carlsbad and have been looking for a local church. Our current church in an…read morehour commute, but we feel it's worth the drive to hear expository teaching but it would great to find a local church. Some of my observations.... It's nice to see that there is a children's ministry, but since I've served for many years; I immediately noticed all the children leaving, still had their name tags on - this is exposing these children to potential risks of strangers. Next, the space is small as anticipated but there were so many people making it difficult to feel welcome and to figure out where to go. We found seats upstairs, it was nice to be sitting above the main sanctuary but eventually I regretted sitting upstairs because it was hot! As soon as the worship ended, the people behind us started taking and talked for most of the service. When the pastor came out, he introduced the new pastor and then begins his very long sermon. There were several verses being covered Ephesians 5:17-21 - his style is much different than what I'm accustomed too. I understood the message, but it was repetitive and didn't seem to progress. Pulling one word out the verses was not enough and then jumping all over the Bible to make a point was confusing. Finally; with 3 services, it's important to keep the message timely. We went to the 9:45 service, it actually ended at 11:30 - which is the exact time the 3rd service was supposed to begin. The pastor acknowledged that the clock was telling him to wrap it up, but he dismissed it and continued for another 15 minutes. This seemed rude to me, not taking into consideration the congregation's time and the next service. Multiple people walked out during the service. The worship team did a great job, although sadly the time of worship was very short.

Since 2021 when my family and I moved we were in search for a new family church that gave the same…read moreinviting and family like presence of our bay area church. I was referred by a family member who has been coming for years and they were so right! From the beginning and even now the treatment of respect and understanding from staff to the congregation is all there. The events they put on to help bring you closer to your faith and to communicate with other people is a bonus rather than just a normal Sunday service(s). I have been service with them shortly after and can say even behind the scene's they take the challenges head on to make sure that all are welcome no matter what and that the children even have a great experience so that way the adults can encounter God. I love to call this church our church family. Its not a church you attend but a family where you belong.

The head pastor is phenomenal. However, the youth and kids ministry is terrible. The teachers in…read morethe youth have zero control, kids are on their cell phones playing games, interrupting etc. They don't break up into small groups at youth group so it is impossible to meet other kids. The teachers are extremely focused on "bringing your friends from school" and that is about it! My boys attended for one year (5th and 7th grade) and didn't make a single friend. The women's ministry is lacking--they meet once a month if you have a toddler. The life groups fill up quickly and I wasn't allowed to join because it was "too late, too full." It's probably just too big.

I recently returned to Carlsbad to attend my 61st High School reunion. I wanted to locate the…read morechurch I attended growing up in Carlsbad (Carlsbad Union Church) only to find the original church was gone and in its place was Carlsbad Community Church. I stopped in at the office and was greeted by a wonderful, friendly and helpful lady, Arlene I believe, in the office and she was the highlight of my trip. She was so helpful and genuinely interested in helping me get all my questions answered. She even attempted to get me in to visit with one of the Pastors, but he wasn't able to see me. I attended the Sunday service, along with two other former classmates, and thoroughly enjoyed the message (guest speaker) and the welcoming spirit of so many of the congregation. Arlene, who sang in the choir, noticed and remembered me when I walked in and she made me feel so welcome when she came up to my friends and me after the service and welcomed us. It was a wonderful experience and I would recommend Carlsbad Community Church to anyone looking for a church home and a deepening of their relationship with the LORD. Maybe you'll be lucky enough to meet Arlene. Arne L.

I've never attended on a Sunday morning, but this church cares about more than just filling its…read moreseats. It seems to actually care about the spiritual life and growth of the whole community. Also, super cool old building.

My husband and I have been going to church as long as we've been married (decades!) but never felt…read morelike any one in particular was "it" for us until Faith Community Church! We knew from day 1 that we had found our real church home and we've been here over 4 years now! The Pastors, Elders, and Ministry Leaders are all so amazing -- "worth the price of admission" -- but wait! . . . there's more! ; D It has quite a variety of people and ages and stages... yet still feels like it's a true Family. What we love most is that the "personality" of FCC is unpretentious, pleasantly interesting, and based on a pure & joyful passion for God. It exists for God's Glory, furthering the Gospel (to the benefit of every willing soul!) & uplifting God's people -- via gathering together for relationship-building within the Family (including God). FCC is a thriving church that, like a loving family, cares; isn't "trying too hard;" and is perfect just the way it is ...being itself. What else can we say? . . . FCC is a slice of Heaven on Earth!

My review is based on my kids' VBS experience (I haven't attended a service there)…read more Very creative team that puts family, friends, and faith together in a fun way! The leaders are super friendly and accessible, and down to earth; just like the entire group of people involved. It seems like everything is carefully thought out to make it easy to go to church and become a part of a group of believers without having to be raised in a church. Bonus- a super place to gather and feel safe--- they have volunteers with military experience who take turns keeping an eye open and making sure that the check out process for kids is followed so everything is in order. And did I mention fun? To celebrate the end of the week, there was a bouncy house, Chick fil A picnic, face painting, games-- fun for everyone!

Coastline is an outstanding church, especially for families. As a military family, we quickly found…read morea home at this church. If you live in North County, give Coastline a try.

This church is a nuisance in the community. From 5 am "praise music" blaring from the speakers, to…read moredrummers banging away at 11pm, it has made our haven of a community a nightmare. Just when you think it couldn't get worse, they put in...a pickleball court. They don't appear to adhere to any hours. From 8:30 am or 8:30 pm in every room of my house, I hear the playing. My neighbors have all kindly reached out asking them to mellow, but it is 7:42 pm and here we are still hearing the pickling. If the hours stopped at 5 or they used quieter paddles, I would cut them some slack. Our HOA has made excessively strict rules about the game, and as someone who loves to play, I'm not opposed. I just wished they would think about the fact they set up in a community with people who have tough jobs and would occasionally like to come home to some peace and quiet.

The Holy Spirit is fully alive and felt in this church. Pastor Mathews teachings are Bible based…read moreand spot on as he applies them to real life today. He and Sabrina are really tuned in to help with everyday life and teach how the holy spirit can be a real part of solutions in any situation if you pray and ask. In a short time, I experienced answers from God and holy spirit and many blessed outcomes. I have been amazed at results. They teach how to pray, ask, have faith, and recieve blessings in any situation. The results are amazing! All in God's time. It's addictive!

This is loving Church with happy people who love God. I have been blessed in the services that I…read moreattend.

Great church been coming here for a long time, they preach from the Bible and genuinely care about…read moretheir people

We've been at this church for about 6 years now and it honestly feels more like family than just a…read moreplace we show up on Sundays. It's not just a building. It's people who actually know you and care about what's going on in your life. Anywhere you go takes time to really get connected, but here it felt pretty quick and natural. No pressure, no weird vibes. We just started building relationships and it grew from there. The pastors really care about people. They're humble, down to earth, and you can actually talk to them. They lead well but you can tell their heart is just to serve, not to be the center of attention. Is it perfect? No. But that's kind of the point. It's real people doing life together and trying to follow Jesus.

Authentic worship, caring staff, comfortable environment, solid Biblical teaching plus i need to…read moreadd 85 more characters to post

Great place of worship. There are a lot of people who love God. They are very supportive and kind.read more

I attended this apostate ministry ! Samuel wasn't there for any of his flock when the going got…read morerough. Rather we were expected to pitch in money for him. Friends and family hurt by issues. The church is in hundreds. We also tried to meet with Pastor Sam after he Recommend Recommended we divorced and he would not meet with us.

I am writing this from of a place of love and wanting to help others that are truly looking for a…read morebiblically sound church. This isn't it. This church teaches a different gospel- although they preach that Jesus has died to atone for our sins, this church teaches what's called a self-centered, narcissistic prosperity gospel, which goes something like this: "Give us more money and you will be blessed!" Additionally, they focus so much on demonic spirits and deliverance, leaving many churchgoers hurt and scarred and traumatized from the emotionally abusive "deliverances" they perform. I was one of them. I had to go to therapy after being left in a very bad place because of this church. My therapist told me I'm not the only one. And I have friends from the church that have gone through the same. I warned them not to, but they wanted the healing that was promised so badly. Maybe it's not always a demon. Maybe sometimes it's just you. Over spiritualizing things is a problem. God says to focus on Him, not demons. But people are so lost and hurt and looking for a healing, that they will do anything and listen to anything. If only they knew they can turn to Jesus and find peace and walk out their healing. Awaken promises a one-and-done healing from "casting those demons out". One time, they cast out a spirit of vegetarianism. This is when I knew it was all bogus. This church is a "WORD OF FAITH", "NAME IT AND CLAIM IT" "PROSPERITY GOSPEL" church. If you aren't healed yet? Oh well, "You don't have enough faith. Keep declaring!! It's God's will to heal you and make you rich!" I have news for y'all, we are not to DECLARE. It is extremely arrogant to do so...we are not God, God is sovereign. We are to humbly come before God and submit our requests and believe. We aren't supposed to focus so much on our worldly wants and needs but on God and His will. This church is also full of cliques, with the pastors showing off (and setting the example for others) with the latest fashion styles, expensive cars, private jets, and paying large sums of money that most can't afford to be a part of a business clique. Those who can't afford it pay it anyway to be a part of the in-crowd and to be "blessed" like they are promised. Nothing against having nice things or being able to afford nice things, however, this church did nothing for outreach in our community while I was a part of it....and also...Jesus didn't say it was His will for us to be rich. Jesus actually said we would suffer for believing in Him and that our suffering will produce character and a deepened faith. Prosperity gospel once again. Oh, and if you mention something isn't biblically sound in the church, the pastors will call you a legalist. For example, the church tells everyone to speak in tongues all at once (like babbling pagans). The bible says that it's a gift that not all receive and that if someone speaks in tongues it should be interpreted. God gave us His word for a reason, and although we are no longer under the Mosaic covenant (since we are under the Messianic covenant now), obedience is a fruit of our belief in Him. Of course, there is always light in the darkness. I have found some truly life-long friends at Awaken. But now we go to a biblically sound church together. Read your bibles! Know the truth. If you want to know of a biblically sound church filled with humility, message me and I'll share with you! If you want to learn more about what a Biblically sound church is and is not, watch the American Gospel documentary. This is much like a NAR highly charismatic church, even though they call themselves nondenominational, and a Tony Robbins seminar at best. Too many people have been hurt by this church for me not to share.