Today was our second time at this church, my husband son and I are loving it so far! My son is 8yrs…read moreold and they have a very nice Sunday school for kids. We have been wanting to join a church for quite some time I am so grateful we found a perfect fit .

My name is Chaplain Darlene Harris, and I would like to share how truly meaningful my experiences…read moreat Calvary Chapel Petaluma have been. I have been visiting on and off since 2021, after moving to Sonoma in 2020, and each visit has felt nothing short of divine. I deeply look forward to joining in the worship--the music is always so uplifting, warm, and healing. The Bible-based teachings are consistently powerful, delivered with clarity and excellence, and I leave each time with a renewed sense of knowledge and wisdom. My soul is genuinely stirred by the spirit of worship at Calvary Chapel Petaluma. My home church is Lakeside Temple of Practical Christianity in Oakland, California, which is also a non-denominational ministry. I serve there as a licensed teacher and counselor. For the past two years, I have faithfully taught every Sunday in the absence of a Senior Minister. We were recently blessed in January 2026 with a new minister, and I am now looking forward to visiting Calvary Chapel Petaluma more regularly. Thank you for the beautiful and spirit-filled environment you provide. It is truly a blessing. Warm regards, Chaplain Darlene Harris Email: peace754@att.net

I have been attending New Life for over a decade. When you first go in and meet people it's more…read morelike family. The Pastors and staff are all welcoming. It's a great place with activities. Wonderful children's Sunday school. Lots of community groups. People really care.

Open, and beautiful location, easily accessible just off McDowell…read more They have some very progressive services, and even offer a Sunday night service for busy/working people. I love that they really notice newcomers, and extend themselves to make you feel at home and welcome. They have a great youth and child set of programs, and even have a "Out of College, No Children yet" group for young adults in their 20s and 30s. Amazing worship team, very talented musicians, passionate and well spoken pastors. There are some super cool missions and events that they take part in, including service days in Petaluma, blood drives, and community support events, as well as regularly scheduled camping trips, beach trips, and young adult events.

Good community. Hope and love is what we need now. The Music during an early morning mass was good…read more Nice to see the families. generous hospitality staffed by local parishioners.

Killer female vocalist. Beautiful architecture. Impressive stained glass. Sweet and funny priests…read more Congregation full of families. A nice respite from the typical SF Bay Area churches. Will definitely be coming back as much as possible. My only complaint would be the lack of coffee hour--everyone just hung out on the front steps afterwards--maybe add tables and chairs outside?!! THANK YOU FOR BEING AWESOME!

My wife and I started coming here a little while ago, when 360 Church of Petaluma started using…read moretheir church for services. The people are very warm and friendly. The Pastor is very Bible based in his preaching. I really like the fact he has preached against the false prosperity gospel and is for telling the truth of God's Word. We went this last Sunday to their annual Thanksgiving Dinner, and had a great time of delicious food and fellowship. So far very happy being a part of the PCC family.

Warm, welcoming atmosphere the senior pastor always has an amazing word, a great church to…read morestrengthen your relationship with God and fellowship with others from different walks of life.

I attend 1st Presby so I will be biased. We have only one worship now - at 9:45AM with a gathering…read morebefore for coffee in the courtyard at 9:30AM. Our worship is a blend of contemporary music with a band led by Dan Ancheta, and traditional hymns and choir, led by Kay Fish. Our Pastor, Pam Novelly, provides us with wonderful and inspirational messages each Sunday. We are open and inclusive and welcome all who are looking for God's grace.

Visitors to First Presbyterian's Sunday worship services often comment on the friendliness of the…read morecongregation, the relevance of the message, and the high quality of the music. Services begin at 9:45, with coffee and fellowship beginning at 9:30. We'd love for you to join us whether you're just exploring what it means to be a Christian or are new to the area and looking for a welcoming and supportive church home.

This Unitarian Universalist community is a loving and vibrant group. I have been part of their…read morecommunity off and on for over 12 years. So happy to see them in their new church home. This is a place where social change for the good of all people is the prayer. They don't just talk about change but have real impact.

We love this community. We were looking for a church that would be a great place to raise our kids…read morewith progressive values and help us show them what it means to truly live those values in a multi generational space. UUP is that place. Wonderful people, exploring faith and service to the community in an open and brave way.

This makes me think of the New Testament Church that Jesus gave us. Wonderful fellowship area and…read moremultiple people groups from every corner of the world are represented here.

My wife and I have been attending Petaluma Valley Church for ten years…read more You won't find a more accepting church. The parishioners are supportive and live their lives with Christ first in their hearts. Come join us for service and fellowship and meet some great folks that have a great time together learning and following the word of God.

This beautiful historic structure beckons one in, if for no other reason than to see the gorgeous…read morestained glass windows from the inside with the sun streaming through them. Once inside we were instantly made to feel welcomed by the ushers and the others around us in the pews. The pastor gave a sermon related to current events and our own lives that brought everything together in a way we had not anticipated. We noticed people of every background and persuasion in the pews, and that made us feel an immediate connection. After the service we were invited to the church hall for coffee and snacks that really capped off the morning. We later learned that in addition to the regular Sunday morning services there are different kinds of services held here, like Taize, labyrinth walks, circle dances, and more. It seems there is something for everyone.

This is a beautiful place of worship where all are invited, all are welcome. The love and kindness…read moreI have received here is matchless. It's a safe place, a generous place, a place where truth and grace are entwined into one.

I've seen my fair share of churches, from the historical landmarks of the northeast to the super…read morecathedrals of the south. I am no architecture buff, but I often marvel at how different buildings look from region to region. With it's converted barn looking exterior, St James completely embodies that of a west coast church. It screams California with a capital C. Situated along Sonoma Parkway, St James is located a on large lot that encompasses several buildings. Lacking any prominent signage, this place is easy to miss for folks not paying attention. The parking lot is spacious as is the actual church itself. The inside of the church is nice, though the ventilation is a challenge during the summer. There are ceiling fans available, but they don't do much for the majority of the people not directly underneath it. Sound system is pretty solid, I think their choir could really take advantage of the acoustics. This place could serve really as a solid event space as well. Pews are wooden and very sturdy. They aren't the most comfortable on the knees, but things could certainly be worse. The lobby'ish area is where most of the folks with loud kids will go, though they are as audible as if they were sitting in the main area. I appreciate the fact there are vendors outside of the place, selling flowers. Moreover, I love the California vibe where formalities go out the window and folks are rocking shorts and casual wear all throughout the mass.

This is a small but very loving group of like-minded Christians. They support the community in many…read moreways while tending the needs of the local congregation. If you are looking for a church home, give them a try. Oh, they love to sing.

From the owner: An independent Christian congregation seeking to know God better and serve our community in the…read morename of Christ. Love is spoken here!