We went church shopping 3 years ago when our girls said they were not excited about worship…read moreservices at our prior church. My attitude is that church should support and encourage worship, not turn it into a chore. We shopped a few churches near our home and decided on Christ The Rock. It is a huge church, but that presents so many opportunities to find meaningful connections. Services are at 8:45 and 10:45 on Sunday. Sunday school for pre-K - 5 is at the same time as services, which is a blessing to my wife and me--no distractions. Music is contemporary Christian rock (check out 91.9 FM for a sampling). There are 2-4 songs to start most services, then announcements and a 30-45 minute message. While the message has a strong, Biblical grounding, it is readily applicable to your day-to-day. Let's face it, we can all read the Bible, church is for worship and learning. I am amazed at how well the sermon message applies to my daily life. I tell people that it is God's way of speaking into my life--just in time and just enough. In fact, messages are typically so applicable that it feels like they have been listening to my dinner conversations! Did I mention that my girls can't wait to go to Sunday school? They have really figured out how to make Sunday school fun and engaging. Volunteers are background checked and trained. Security is well thought out but almost seems unnecessary. Check out their website for sermon recordings and more: http://www.christtherock.org

I love this family of believers!! They are the hands and feet of Jesus. I highly recommend!!read more

Pathways is an amazing welcoming church. It open to all and is not afraid to delve into the often…read moreavoided questions. I feel Pathways has helped grow my relationship with Christ and other Christ followers. The children's program at Pathways is caring and open, it goes out of its way to help parents raise their children to know god. I would recommend this church to anyone- follower or not all are welcome!

Recently attended Pathways Church in Appleton, WI and had a great experience! I felt welcomed the…read moremoment I walked in by their friendly greeters. The worship was powerful, Kids program was fantastic, and teaching was grounded in scripture. Highly recommend checking it out!

Awesome church…read more Awesome Children's program! Although, I have been going here since I moved here in August and still feel a bit disconnected - even though I am now a member and have done some of the activities. I think you have to make the effort but the great thing you can come and check out the church without being bombarded! I also love their cafe which is open on other days - not just Sunday! And they have a gym - you do not have to be a member of the church to go.

Appleton Alliance is a wonderful church community! It's grown at a rapid rate and after my first…read morefew visits, I could see why. Worship services are filled with Bible based teaching and modern worship music. The pastors present scripture with discuss how to apply it to your life. If you're looking for a Holy Spirit led church, this church is worth checking out. You can sample podcasts of preaching from the website if interested: http://www.appletonalliance.org/ From the home page you can also "meet" and hear the Senior Pastor's testimony. Dress is mixed, from very casual to more formal. You won't find a church organ here. While I can appreciate the history and tradition of organ music, there's also a reason organ music is played in haunted houses-- it can be too dominant and creepy. Worship is upbeat and people sing together. Scripture and song lyrics are presented on a very large screen at the front and the setting is welcoming and comfortable.

Best church around. They teach chapter by chapter. Verse by verse. Friendly congregation. Great…read morefellowship.

As a new believer, I chose to go to this church because a former work colleague has been really…read morenice to talk with and answer questions as a new believer, and this is his church. He invited me a few times, and I found the message really hit me at an emotional level, I could really relate. This was probably the most positive experience I've ever had in a church. I appreciate that they aren't looking you up and down based on what you wear, and don't push the plate on me. I enjoy the more casually dressed atmosphere, contemporary music, and the ability to tithe as best as I can and not have judgement cast upon me. I think this will be my regular church :)

Pastor Mike gives a great sermon that helps people relate to every day living and a better life.read more

The sermons are Bible based and relevant. The atmosphere is welcoming and I feel the presence of…read morethe Holy Spirit as I worship there.

My favorite church, hands down…read more It's a beautiful place, reverent, and full of history. The Mass is uplifting and the music is wonderful. You walk in with the worries of the week on your shoulders and walk out lighter. That's the mark of a good parish. The people here are the real. Friendly, faithful, and always willing to help. Strong community, active volunteers. They make everyone feel welcome, whether you've been coming for fifty years or just walked in for the first time. My favorite for a reason.

Makes you feel welcome from the time you step in the door....very caring, loving people....They…read morefollow God's words of "Give me your poor....Give me your hungry " Give them a try....you wouldn't be disappointed.

This church is welcoming and very family friendly. Pastor Dan Breed is a dynamic speaker and his…read moresermons make the bible come alive. Then, he draws the parallels of the story to our every day lives showing the natural application of biblical values in our daily lives. Nursery and children's sermon is a plus.

This was the first church I was a part of after college. What welcoming people! You never feel…read morelike "just a number." A solid, bible-believing, gospel-teaching church. Great preaching, great people, and opportunities to get involved and meet others too. I'm blessed to still be a part of this church!

Nice contemporary worship service at Calvary Bible Church. My husband and I have recently found…read morethis to be our new church home. Senior pastor Harry Shields is a studied theologian, and his style of preaching is practical and Biblically solid. The Lord is working in this place. That is evident by the church family that attends there. The associate pastors have all been good, and we just discovered the library of resources available on-site last week. It's awesome! Pastor Harry also writes a blog and the church records services and makes them available via podcasts-- both are available from the website: http://cbcneenah.org/

Excellent preaching. Beautiful worship music. Big church. Has a Christian academy and Bible study…read moreclasses for all age groups.