Good basic services, though very minimal--in fact, the most minimal Friday night services ever…read moreencountered. Musically "meh", and no oneg. Each of the services ever attended (so far) felt more like a perfunctory weekday minyan than a Shabbat service! (I get that providing a "deluxe" experience would drive up the costs and asking prices for participation--which indeed is a major issue at many congregations--but isn't there a happy medium? Could anyone volunteer to play guitar? Bake a challah? Is there room in the budget for a bottle of grape juice?) And alas, the restroom and its stalls are too small, and not easily accessible for any but the fully able-bodied. Worst of all, on some of the platforms where this congregation has a presence, the info about service times and "future" events is conflicting and/or outdated. This has been an issue for at least the past few months. Is anyone there genuinely interested in keeping up the "outreach" as a functioning congregation? (Especially as the holidays approach?) I really, really WANT to like this place! As an older congregation with a paid-off physical plant, it holds great potential for being the most affordable and welcoming Reform congregation in the region. The question is what the leaders' true intentions and plans are.

My whole family was welcomed here with open arms. The members are friendly and the services are…read morebeautiful and moving. I recommend this Temple to anyone that's looking for a Jewish community to celebrate High Holidays or Shabbat services. I'm really glad we found a new home here.

Congregation B'nai Israel has become a home for me in so many ways. I came seeking education and…read morelearning in my Jewish journey. I have received so much more - a deepening knowledge and understanding of the struggles of my ancestors and what they endured while never losing faith in the one true G-d. The connections I am making with fellow Jews of all ages, genders, ethnicities and sexualities, is another unexpected gift. What has been the most surprising is the truly welcoming hearts and humility that the clergy and leadership embody. As a queer person who was raised in a church that didn't accept all of who I am, it has been amazing to have found a spiritual community that not only accepts me, but embraces me and other members of the synagogue who identify as LGBTQIA+. Rabbi Adam Greenwald and Cantor Amy Robinson Katz, along with synagogue administration and board leadership and members, have created a place were all belong. Their spiritual walk matches their actions in the world. This is exactly what I have been seeking in a place of worship, and to find it while also finding my place in the story of the Israelites and in my identity as a queer Jewish person, has been a gift beyond measure.

This amazing pre school has provided the best education for my two grandchildren…read more My eldest grandson Kai will graduate in a week and is ready for his adventure into kindergarten in great part due to this school Thank you

Lenten Quiet Day, March 2026, an experience of relaxation, reflection, and refreshment in a sacred…read moresetting. Life giving and peaceful in this chaotic world (and the blustery Santa Ana Winds).

St Matthias is a great neighborhood parish that does the loving thing. Finding community here and a…read moreplace to serve.

Very friendly and nice church Pastors all get down with…read morethe preaching and you can feel the place is filled with the holy ghost. Amen Come as you are, be filled

Light & Life is simply the best! This has been the only place where I've ever truly felt like…read morefamily. From the greeters at the door to the pastors, everyone is so welcoming. If you're looking for a healthy church that teaches real biblical principles, this is the place for you! They offer group Bible studies on Tuesdays for both men and women--a great time to learn the Word and enjoy fellowship. The youth program is amazing! My very shy, introverted child has come out of her shell over the past few months and loves it so much that she's even invited her friends. My youngest absolutely loves the Awana program, where she's learning biblical principles that she's beginning to treasure in her heart. I feel so blessed that my whole family comes here, from the youngest to the oldest. My parents love the Spanish service at Luz y Vida. I'm truly grateful and blessed to have found my home away from home in this church!

God is in the building the word is being taught with love and grace. The bishop is very…read moreapproachable a member introduced me almost a year ago and when I saw him later he still remembered me and my situation that means alot to me. Everyone on staff welcomes you with open arms its so warm and inviting

I saw/heard/felt Bishop Johnny Withers speak at another church I was attending, and I knew from…read morealmost the very beginning that his church was where I needed to be. This man of God is so annointed and the most amazing teacher! I never gone through my sermon notes so much as I do his. Needless to say, after that first night, I found his church and that is going to be my new church home. The people are so warm. Bishop Withers, who is in his thirties, is the Senior Pastor, and his mother, yes his mother, is the co-pastor. I can't even tell you how blessed you will be here. It is a non-denominational Christian church. God will show up and show out! You will not be disappointed!!!

BBC is a Christian church, part of Shepherds LA. Pastor PJ shepherds his church well and preaches…read morewith much depth and passion. (When I visited, they were going through the book of James). The church members are very intentional to welcome you. There's a desire for the church members to be active in evangelizing and discipling outside of Sundays which is amazing! For new church goers, they have lunches to get to talk with the pastors, church members classes, and handouts outlining what's good to look for when church hopping.

We were looking for a church close to home, and we found a church family that loves Jesus and loves…read moreneighbors as he commands.

I moved to California five years ago and was looking for a church. I grew up in the Disciples of…read moreChrist Church in Eureka, Illinois, and I loved it. My values and belief system were shaped by that church. Fairview is a welcoming community and the church supports a belief system that resonates with me. Fairview places a high value on justice and equity, affirms science-backed beliefs about creation, the environment, and humanity. Most importantly, it is an open and affirming church. All are welcome, regardless of their gender identity or social-economic background. It is a small congregation but a very active group of individuals. It's definitely worth a visit!

I'm not a church going person because I dislike such dogma and to be honest, I, far too often, find…read morechurches hypocritical, but FCC is a different sort of place. It is inclusive and embracing of people, all people and it dies it's very best to walk the talk of kindness and charity and live of one another, and of course there is the FCC pastor, Sarah Halverson-Cano, a person has earned the respect of organizations working to promote human dignity and social justice.