Shoreline has been my church home for 30 years. It's the perfect place for people who want to grow…read morein their faith, but also very welcoming to people who may just be seeking. The message is delivered in a way that is easily understandable. For me, I hear it as a practical application to my daily life. The pastors and staff make it a very friendly non-judge mental environment. From the minute you walk in you feel welcome. Shoreline is a large church but has many different Bible studies and events to get involved in. This is a great way to stay more connected through Shoreline. It's also a way to meet people who are of the same mindset and are wanting to enrich their relationship with Jesus. Besides helping me to grow in my faith, I have established lifelong friendships as a result of attending Shoreline. Nina Arman

From the outside, the church looks good. They give you donuts, coffee, and a good worship team…read more There are some good folks at this church who truly love Jesus. The church is a business and ran like any other mega-church business. I've been going to Shoreline off and on for the last three years. They have all the bells and whistles and look shiny and pretty from the outside. If you're looking for connection and support of a smaller church you won't find it here. Some of the events such as the children's program in the summer are not accessible to all kids. There are no scholarships and programs available for those less privileged to have access to the program as other privileged kids. I don't feel the church is inclusive of marginalized minorities to have the ability to resources as the privileged kids and think the church can do better here. There is no support for BIPOC kids who don't have the means to attend. These kids are excluded from the community and the pews. Also, there is no benevolence fund to help members who are suffering or in need. They have a food bank and give out clothes and nothing more for those in need who are sitting in the pews. There is no support structure in place for folks struggling in the pews and no acknowledgment from the church. Support does not always mean money and they want the tithe but you are not seen or heard as a member who is suffering. The more mega the less help you can expect from them. A church of 10 will go to the ends of the earth to help you. In a church of a thousand maybe someone will bring you a casserole. Which isn't surprising. There's less of a community in a more mega church. You're just a number. A church is a community and a community should help any members who are in distress - whether this be through formal existing "emergency funds" or through informal support from other members within the organization. If someone is in that sort of situation. The church should absolutely help provide for the needs of the member. It should have nothing to do with how much the member has given in the past. So in a nutshell you decide if this is a church you want to invest your time, money, soul, and heart into.

Carmel Mission Basilica (formal name 'San Carlos Borroméo de Carmelo') is one of six minor…read morebasilicas in the state of California (five being former Spanish missions). It is the oldest one, founded in 1770, and elevated to basilica status by Pope John XXIII in 1960. My wife, her mom, and I visited it during a late Sunday afternoon during our first day in Carmel, and found it to be a great, worthwhile experience, especially if one is Roman Catholic. The basilica is still a working parish, so parking during non-mass hours was easy to find. A ticket booth was set-up at the visitor entrance, with cost of $15 per adult ($13 for senior). There is an adjacent gift shop that doesn't require admission and sells all the various religious items that one would expect from a religious tourist attraction. We ended up spending about 90 minutes here (there is a lot of information here, along with a lot to see). -- Founding priest was Junipero Serra ("Apostle of California"). He was canonized by Pope Francis in 2015, and his shrine/remains are interned here. -- Only U.S. church visited by a pontiff during a papal visit: Pope John Paul II in 1987. He paid homage to Father Serra, and laid flowers at the tomb. This visit is clearly commemorated. -- the Munras Family Heritage Museum is worth going to, to see a short movie about the prominent Monterey family, along with early California artifacts from the family. -- the Nativity scene was one of the most intricate -- the large courtyard is a good place to stop and admire the architecture of a California Spanish mission, along with a thick trunk Cork Oak tree By the time we were leaving, the ticket office had closed (last call is at 16:30, to allow everyone to have enough time before official close at 18:00).

My friends took me to the Basilica and we enjoyed walking around the grounds and visiting the…read morevarious Chapels within the site. It is also the final resting spot of Saint Junipero Serra, the Founding Father of California. Pope John Paul II visited here in 1987 and is recognized in the Our Lady of Bethlehem Chapel, which is a beautiful, small chapel with a confessional from years ago. The Mission Cemetery is the final resting place for some members of this Parish. It also includes a symbolic cemetery representing the hundreds of indigenous people buried here and the surrounding area. These grave sites are adorned with abalone shells as an honorary recognition of their cultural presence to the area. There are several museums on site, beautiful artwork and religious artifacts as well as an extensive courtyard to wander around. Finally, there is a display of the final resting place for Saint Junipero as well as reproductions of other parts of the Basilica back in the day. The price of $15 for adults/$12 for seniors may be a little steep for families, but it is worthwhile to explore the history of the renowned Basilica.

Nice, old church and looked newly renovated with some preservations. The mass was good, lively and…read morefull. This church is older than the USA and is a nice place to visit when in Monterey.

My review is not for the active San Carlos Cathedral church services. Instead it's for the Royal…read morePresidio Chapel historic federal landmark. They are both the same building. Currently the San Carlos Cathedral Catholic Church uses the Presidio Chapel. When services are not occurring, visitors can explore the interior and outside facade. There is no charge to walk about, it's free. The present sandstone chapel construction was completed in 1795. The native Americans labors built the chapel. The Monterey Presidio was founded in 1770 as the second of four Spanish Presidios. At that time, the presidio's chapel served for the Spanish soldiers and dignitaries. It's the oldest stone building in California. When walking about the exterior of the chapel take note of the marked lines to the right of the building. Those lines indicate chapel construction (where, what, and when). The current building is shaped as a cross. Directly in the back there is a plaque memorializing where the Oak tree stood in 1770 where Father Junipero Serra broke ground for the chapel construction. The tree was removed in 1905 when it was damaged. But the tree holds important place in Monterey history. In 1602, it is said that Spanish explorer Vizcaíno followed the creek from the Bay and noticed this majestic oak tree. Under that tree he and with the friars, traveling in his expedition, held Mass under the tree and claimed the area for Spain. Father Serra followed Vizcaino's directions to the site in 1770 to establish a mission and presidio. But a year or two later he decided to build the mission in Carmel instead. But the presidio continued with building the chapel. Pieces of the grand tree have been preserved and are located in various local museums. Now let's talk about out the interior. The church doors are left open during the day welcoming all inside. Inside there are paintings and statues including are originals such as the Stations of the Cross, St John, Sorrowful Mother, and Spanish Madonna. As you enter the church, look up and the exterior and take notice of the Our Lady of Guadalupe statue; it's still the original making it the oldest non-indigenous statue in California. Also throwing it out there that there are cameras all over and everything is monitored. So don't be a doofus. Just enjoy and soak in the history.

Join us for Easter Sunday....you will not be sorry if you do! It is one of the most beautiful…read morechurch's, has an awesome minister and friendly congregation. Join us Sundays at 9:45.....you will love it!

Church in the Forest is so welcoming. It is located on the Stevenson School Campus and it is…read moresmall, intimate and friendly. If you are coming from outside Pebble Beach, there will be no charge if you tell the gate officer you are attending the Church. The worship is Christian but non-denominational. After the service be sure and share the food and coffee and meet others. Whether you live in the area or are enjoying a visit to the Monterey/Carmel area, the 10:00 service will enrich your Sunday.

Real church that preaches FROM THE WORD!! This church teaches from the word and doesn't take part…read morein the "progressive Christianity" that is unfortunately taking over our country. If it hurts your feelings, it's probably conviction. Lol.

Just don't feel the sprit of God there, the music is dead. There more worried about what the church…read morelooks like. You can be prayed for after the service in a prayer room, and I get it but when did it become so bad to walk up and get on your knees and pray why the pastor gives a sermon, why isn't is OK for the elders to walk up and began to pray right there for you, and your follow members If that is what is needed. Everything is so hidden and done backwards. I'm old school and love the Pentecostal way. I'm just a Christian a believer in God, and I know when you walk in the house of the lord you should feel his presents, and I don't here, again just so dead, and so is the music is dead! Thats my opinion

This is a very welcoming and fun community. The music is great! The kid's programs are excellent…read more The church values connecting to Monterey Bay by participating in local events and serving. There are many different opportunities to get involved. The people are inclusive and welcoming to all.

This is a great new church in the area. Everyone is welcoming and friendly. The pastor, Justin,…read moreis awesome and the music is great. The children's ministry is well run and the kids appear to love it! The church is doing important things to give back to the communities of the Peninsula as well as fun social things such as "Pub and Theology"(at a pub downtown)," Movies that Move Us"(at the Osio) hiking, a book group, and other opportunities to get together to share a meal etc. We are new to Monterey and are so happy to have found this church!

One God, Many Paths! Honoring all the great teachers…read more Wonderful, warm and inviting commUnity! Great messages for every day practice!! Classes on Wednesday 's range from learning about various religions and personal self study.

Unity is a wonderful place.. They are welcoming and loving to all people.. ( As they sometimes…read moresay.. Wherever you are on your spiritual path- you are welcome here.. )And you feel it too.. They also often offer wonderful classes and events..

The Holy Spirit is here! I have been looking for a church the last 2 years that did not feel…read more"lukewarm." So glad I came here, it has been a great church. The worship time is SO beautiful...great music and awesome worship team. Pastor Edgar has a very biblical, convicting and heartfelt message. Very kind people as well.

This church is more like a welcoming and loving family. Pastor Jason is authentic and a great and…read moreinspirational man of God. The youth pastor Abby is fantastic with the kids and teens. This church welcomed me as a newcomer, I was baptized and I will never go anywhere else since my spiritual needs are met and surpassed here.

Well yippee for a traditional PCUSA church in the area when I am visiting. I found this inviting…read moreand the preaching of the Rev. Mark Peake to be captivating and loving and encompassing. I so appreciated that and of the other staff. The music was good, and the space was wonderful. Next time I am in the Monterey and Carmel area on visit, this will be a Sunday point of service and visitation.

I have been attending this church for about a month and I love it! I usually attend the 11 am…read moretraditional service. I think it strikes the perfect balance of rich, classical elements with a modern, welcoming touch. Both pastors give great sermons packed with compelling imagery. This church seems to have a vibrant community and I intend to keep attending while I live in the area.