The Episcopal Church of the Ascension was chartered in 1953 as a "self-organized" mission station…read morethat met in the Vestavia Hills Town Hall, in homes and schools under the guidance of Bishops Carpenter and Murray. Bishop Furman Stough [who blessed my confirmation] dedicated the church where it is currently located in 1986. This location is also home to the Ascension Episcopal Day School. Father Jack Alvey became Rector in 2018. I had seen Fr. Alvey at our Diocesan Council weekend in Nauvoo, AL and at the last Alabama Bishop's election at the Cathedral Church of the Advent. Both events were attended by 100s and I did not get to speak to Fr. Alvey. In 2019, Father Alvey baptized my three Godchildren, my stepdaughter and her two babies! Father Jack opened the church on this beautiful fall Saturday, and was such a wonderful, thoughtful host, as he performed the baptisms flawlessly at the beautiful alter, without anyone shedding a tear (and the grandchildren were little at the time) except for me -- tears of joy! Father Jack answered our questions about the church and showed us around. Despite the quality of my pictures, it really is a beautiful church with a massive organ, and a lovely nave. The Memorial Garden is lovely and serves as a "columbarium" of sorts, where members' ashes can be sprinkled and the departed can be memorialized with their information on a plaque. On the anniversary of their baptisms, I purchased arrangements for the alter to honor their baptisms and each year I did this, the arrangements were lovely and the transactions were seamless. Thanks, Ascension and thank you Father Jack!

Ascension Episcopal is a warm & welcoming church. They offer a beautiful & traditional service…read morewith music that sounds like it comes from Heaven ! We are blessed to have Fr. Stephen Hood as our priest - if you visit Ascension I pray you will find yourself wanting to return. Our main family service is at 10am

If you are looking for a church In Hueytown this appears to be rather new and the Pastor was…read moreuplifting. I came here to hear a friend deliver a sermon and he did a great job out of James 5 dealing with prayer. The church has comfortable seating and it's spacious as well. There is also ample parking.

I found this church over 20 years ago. What I like is that you receive annointed Bible teaching…read more The staff are PEOPLE but they evidence the Spirit and Teachings of the Church. If you like Spirit-filled Teaching, annointed Praise and Worship, you'll enjoy this Church. IF YOU LIKE A MORE SPIRITED ENVIRONMENT AND/OR A MORE TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN-BAPTIST PREACHING, it may not be your Flavor, BUT VISIT AND PRAY OVER IT and see where God leads you. :) God bless!

Great mega church. Ministry is wonderful in the domes!read more

I have been a member of FBCM since 2006. When I 1st came over to FBCMO it was easy going and easy…read moreto be involved in the Church and to see how God can move in a group of people who seek him corperatley. The Church hosts several events every year. Like most churches we have Easter and Christmas along with several charity fund raising events, including sports tournaments, that are split up over the year. The largest fund Raiser is our Wild Game Feast. The greatest outreach FBCMO puts on every year is called "Judgement House." Judgement house is presented nearly every day during the month of october. It is well known in the area as an alternative to a Haunted House. The story takes you on a journey full of mistakes and regrets as well as fufillment of promises and excitment. The majority of the fundraiser or Church events start off in the Family Life Center. The Family Life center is equiped with a projector, PA system, basketball goals, track, class rooms and also serves as a Disaster Shelter for those in need. FBCMO has 2 worship services on sunday as well as sunday school. We meet back for Evening service at 6pm. There is a dinner held before service at 5pm on wedensday night, service is at 6. Every Thursday Night "The Edge" Meets in The Family Life Center for corperate praise and worship followed by a Sermon from 1 of the Church staff. We have a 2 guitar praise team, and the sermons are split between 3 people over the course of the year. There is free food before the service. After the service, most people go play basketball or volleyball. the goal at FBCMO is as follows "To surrender to the leadership of the Holy Spirit as we: Exalt God through worship; Exemplify Christ by ministering to the needs of others; Evangelize at home and around the world; Enable others to find their place of service; and Express Christ's love through fellowship. " God Bless you in the name of Jesus!, hope to see you there.

What a great little church! The pastor is a very engaging preacher. The music was good and the…read morepeople were very, very friendly. It was quite crowded for the small sanctuary, so our family was going to split up until some of the regulars were kind enough to move and give us room. Highly recommended place of worship.

The Worship Center - Derby Campus…read more This review is coming from a pastor. First of all, Bishop Van Moody is an absolutely awesome man of God. He is an excellent preacher and teacher, and he clearly has a real heart and compassion for people. He is also very strong in the area of leadership and business, which gives the church a powerful balance of ministry and practical impact. The Worship Center at the Derby Campus is very family oriented and the facilities are very nice. The praise and worship is excellent, and the overall atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of life. The campus pastor is also doing an awesome job, and you can tell there is strong leadership throughout the church. What really stands out is what they do for kids and families. The programming is strong, and it feels like a place where people at every stage can grow and be supported. Beyond that, they also care deeply about the community. Whether it is through the church itself or through their community development corporation, if there is something they can do to help uplift people, they do it. If you live in Birmingham or anywhere in this area, I would absolutely encourage you to visit their website, drop in for a service, and see it for yourself. This is a great church to visit and a great church family to be part of. Five stars.

This is my home church and current place of worship. This is a church filled with love and God's…read moreanointing! It is family based and welcomes all!

Hello Rev. Larkin,…read more I am writing on behalf of our family... My name is Monica Fanning-Barbour (granddaughter of Willie Mae McCray) and Vicki Fanning-Martin (granddaughter of Willie Mae McCray). Leanda Fanning (daughter of Willie Mae McCray). I wanted to get in contact in your regards to the lots of land that are near the church that my grandmother purchased many years ago. I wanted to know if you are interested in it. We received some paperwork from the city and we have a deadline to let them know what our intentions are with the land. Please contact me and I am going to call the church and try to get in contact with you so that we can discuss this matter. May God bless you and keep you. Monica Fanning-Barbour Vicki Fanning-Martin 837-8521 (home) 277-4108 (home) 329-0972 (cell)

Jasper's largest, and one of Jasper's oldest churches, First Baptist Church is a beacon of…read morespirituality in Walker County. Sitting on a hill in the middle of downtown, JFBC's steeple is easily recognizable as it is the highest point in town. The Family Life Center offers a basketball and racquetball courts as well as table games and arts & crafts facilities. JFBC supports the following ministries: - Music & Worship - Recreation - Infants - Childrens - Student (Youth) - Adult - Singles - Senior Adults - Deaf Ministry - Technical JFBC's Sunday Morning services are broadcast each Sunday morning throughout the county for free.