Although I'm 90% analog and only about 10% digital, I enjoy attending these services whenever I can. The church is actually about 90% digital and only 10% analog, and no one looks down on me because I use the bus for my transportation to get here. This current year 2026 they have a new praise and worship team that really leads in worship not just in song singing. If you only tune in to the online services you are missing a lot by not coming in personally read more

Urgent: Inappropriate and Harassing Behavior at Pearlridge Church Main Campus: I am deeply disappointed and disturbed by the behavior of a staff member at Pearlridge Church Main Campus, who is also part of the men's ministry. This individual has repeatedly harassed me in the past over the course of nine months, asking for personal information, and acted in ways that made me feel extremely uncomfortable and unwelcome. Such conduct is not only unprofessional but also fundamentally wrong for someone representing a church that teaches love, compassion, and respect. The breaking point was when I arrived at church on 9/21/25 at 6PM, and this staff member blocked the entrance, insisting I had to sit in the back, despite knowing I always sit in the front. I explained that I have vision, hearing, and focus issues, and I need to sit in the front to fully experience the Holy Spirit and receive God's message. Keep in mind, there are plenty of open seats and an entirely empty front row. His response was dismissive: "Well, I suggest you come earlier then." Still blocking the doorway, I was appalled. I told him that I always sit in the front, and his reaction was turning me away from attending service altogether. Does he treat everyone with physical or health conditions this way or was it just me? His demonic spirit--his anger, hostility, and intrusive behavior--completely overshadowed the spirit of love and community that church should embody. I felt so uncomfortable that I chose to walk away from his energy and instead sat in a front corner where I could enjoy the service peacefully. Later, I saw the same staff member hovering near the side of the stage next to the worship team, glaring at me with anger. His energy was oppressive and demonic, creating a distracting, uncomfortable, and hostile environment for me. Only the work of the enemy would seek to distract and anger someone who is trying to receive the Word of God and work his way through inside the church. After the service ended, he approached me and asked if I was "good." I responded that I was--was he? As I was leaving, he continued to follow me into the lobby, giving me a feeling like he was stalking me over my shoulder. He then started questioning why I even come to church if I don't obey his demands and called me a distraction for sitting in the front. I reminded him of my health issues and emphasized the importance of sitting in the front to see, hear, and receive God's Word. He then dismissed my concerns and called me a distraction again. I find this behavior unacceptable and unchristian. People walk in and out of service for various reasons--using the restroom, talking on the phone, scrolling social media (including Pastor Russel on stage), or even making distasteful comments during sermons. For example, Pastor Russel's comment about holding in a fart in front of his wife was inappropriate, gross and a distraction, which shows a lack of reverence for the spiritual atmosphere we should be cultivating. I asked this staff member why he felt the need to follow me and reprimand me, why he couldn't simply pray with me instead of trying to punish or shame me. His harassment made me feel so uncomfortable that I chose to walk away from him again. However, he continued to follow me outside the church, shouting at me in front of over a hundred people, telling me, "Don't you want to talk to my boss? Don't you have two minutes?" This is completely unacceptable behavior for someone representing a church and harassing me, creating that hostile environment. I do not know this man's name, but he was working on 9/21/125, 6PM service, hanging around the cafe area when service began( if there's cameras) he was wearing a Pearlside shirt and hat, had a faux hawk underneath his hat, with tattoos on arms and carrying a handheld radio. He kind of looks like Kalae George. His conduct was uncalled for and unbefitting of anyone in ministry, especially at a church that preaches love, respect, and kindness. Such actions do not reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ and are a shame to the body of Christ. It is wrong for a church staff member to behave this way--harassing, intimidating, and bullying those seeking spiritual growth. I pray that Pearlridge Church Management team of that staff will contact me, address this behavior and remember that we are called to love one another, not to act out of demonic anger and hostility. Mahalo! read more

I so love and appreciate the shuttle drivers!!They are very courteous and helps me from having to walk all the way down to the crosswalk, only to do a I turn and walk back up. Everyone at the church is so welcoming! I also appreciate having an early morning service to go to. read more

Great environment. The community in this area is huge! Such a wide variety of services to fit your needs. Family, kids, and sometimes pets are welcome. Everyone here is so nice. If you want to start your spiritual journey, this is a great place to be. read more

As my family and I have been searching for the right church for us, we heard good things about Pearlside Church. We've been there a few times over the past few months and have definitely felt God's love there. Very friendly and welcoming. You'll often hear testimonies on how God is working in their every day lives. Aloha, read more

Grace Bible Church Pearlside is an amazing church! From an elementary school, to a community college, this church has traveled far and near to having their finally own church building in Pearl City. Located right across Buzz's Steak House next to enterprise, this church is hard to miss. They have sermons every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with numerous times on Sunday. The Pastoral staff here are amazing, they really do care about the people and their walk with God. Services usually last about 1hr and 30min. The ambiance at this church is amazing and so heart warming, people are so friendly here, and are willing to sit down with you and get to know you. GBC is a part of Every Nation Campus, which their main focus is in the scripture: Matthew 28:19 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age." GBC has many campuses, one in Kaneohe, Regal Theatre, and main campus in Pearl City. They offer an amazing variety of classes to take to help with your walk and understanding of God. Overall this church has brought me closer in my faith and the people I met are simply amazing people. Please don't hesitate to stop by to any of our services! :) read more

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I love this church!! Pastors that make the messages practical and an awesome worship team! Grace Bible Pearlside just opened their own building last Christmas and it's only gotten better since then! I love that they have sooo many different service times! There's no excuse to not attend church. They have a Friday night service at 7:30pm targeted for Elementary-High Schoolers (but of course adults are welcomed), a Saturday night service at 6pm, and 5 services on Sunday's. They are 7:30am, 9:15am, 11:15am, and the 6pm & 7:45pm services that are targeted at college-young adults ages. I attend the 7:45pm service and it's one of the biggest services! The energy is so great and Pastor Kalae is sooo funny and relatable! He makes every message practical to my life. If you do happen to miss service, or aren't ready to take that step into the church doors, you can watch the services on their website: Pearlside.org! read more

They offer classes to equip you if you are new to Christianity and you are challenged to let go your fears and trust in the Lord in all areas of your life. This church puts much time and energy in their ministries. They are currently hoping to get a home location by 2015. They currently have services at our new home where the old Abbey Carpet used to be. There will be more worship service times! I suggest you check out www.pearlside.org for more service info! They also follow the Bible in reaching out to all nations and this church sends out short-term and long-term missionaries and church planters. The structure and foundation is based on God and not self-glory. There is always support available through weekly small groups. Bottom line: come to a service and bring a friend to experience for yourself. The pastors are always relational and comedic! read more

The best church that I've been attending since 2011 because I'm home to worship and really every service I attend always gets to me because they speak the truth of the reality we live in. read more

I have nothing against this organization except that they are sending me letters of my "Statement" of tithes that I've offered. Um... I literally have never attended a service with this church in my life. There's a list of dates where I offered tithes of $50 leading to $200. I do not recall EVER offering money to churches other than my own (not to say in an offending way). My question is why are they sending me this letter of false information and how did they even get my address? Tried getting in touch with them, but no answer. This is just odd to me. Has anyone else been getting these letters? read more

Pearlside Church - I don't even attend this church but why am I receiving a statement of tithes that I have never made? - Churches Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

I lovvvvve this church!!!!!! if you're looking for a good christian church, COME HERE!!!!! you'll def feel at home :) super nice people to greet you & want to know you better to help you get closer to god and just in that relationship. i go sunday nights either 6:00 or 7:30pm and the pastor for the 6:00 one is pastor billy, who is super good! he speaks the message so clearly and helps us to understand what hes talking about. not like those other services when you were a kid not knowing what was going on! haha the 7:30 pm service is spoken by pastor kalae. he also breaks the service down to our generation and we can all relate to what hes saying. You will def love it and want to come back EVERY sundays! they start with an amazing worship, then the actual service for about 30 something min then close. see how fast that was? we all have 1 hour for god :) come check it out read more

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Please offer guidance in battling against satan. The virus is Satans mechanism towards battling good. read more

My husband and I attended services here one time. Pros: Everybody is super friendly and the atmosphere is very uplifting and positive. Cons: You don't get your choice of seats. They actually have ushers that seat you where they want you. I didn't like that. I like to choose where I'll sit. The music is EXTREMELY loud and the whole service seems more like a Vegas show than a church service. The minister is very nice but he does not preach from the Bible. He preaches whatever message he feels is relevant. All in all, I probably wouldn't return. I prefer a more traditional church that teaches God's word right out of the Bible. read more

I think it's pretty funny when you can give a Yelp review about a church. So, here goes a review... Pastor Norman is a funny guy. Not a "he looks kinda" funny, but as genuine, honestly hilarious type of person. When listening to someone, you need to have that kind of relationship built up in order to speak volumes in their life. And that's what drew me to this church: the ability to make that connection. Church is definitely a personal thing and I wouldn't want to force what I believe into someone's face, but I really think that things should be tried out and the person come to a conscious decision about it before making the leap. So, best thing I could say here is: give it a shot. No pressure. If this doesn't work for you, there's other many fine churches in Hawaii, such as the other Grace Bible churches (Kapolei or Kahala/Honolulu), the numerous New Hope campuses, Hope Chapel (especially the new West Oahu campus in Waikele), etc. If you're on Oahu and looking for a church service to go to, either one of these services offer a great experience. Find what works for you and make it work. Fortunately, I found what has worked and it works for me here. read more

Pastor Billy Lile! always give amazing messages! you can learn alot from him and its always entertaining to listen to him speak! ive only been to the college services and ive yet to try their other services as well. the college service is amazing everyone so friendly and really on fire for God! worship team really on point and sounds very amazing! im not trying to be bias cause i know a really handful of friends that attends this church, and ive never met any one thats very chill, amazing, friendly as much as these people! they basically treat you like family! Sunday services are usually located at Leeward Community College Theater. theres a really huge parking lot so parking isnt really hard to come by. as you walk down the stairs, upon entering the theater, you receive a little pamphlet about the church and about the message youll be hearing today by Pastor Billy Lile. after, you walk in youll be seated by ushers and theres a whole lot of seats! after service is done, you get chill and hangout with people outside the theater and meet new people! amazing right? its a really cool way to fellowship is new people! check this place out sometime, youll really love the atmosphere that God gives to these young people! read more

The Pastor's message are easy to understand for a new person seeking God as well as a well versed person continuing their walk with God. Mixture of single, couples, couples with kids, extended family, appears around the age range of 35 to 60''s Service is extremely organized with road guards, greeters, to bus delivery to and from parking structure Variety of guest speakers from within the church sharing their stories to football players, and out of state pastors What's Great -Refreshments of coffee and tea available after every service -Comfortable setting located across Buzz's steakhouse. -Friendly staff and church attendees -Dress: Casual as if going to a mall or meeting up with friends -Parking: Senior Pastor requested to leave the closest fenced parking space in front of Pearl City church open for those who have been reached out too. Please ask for help if you are physically, medically, or need help with care of your bundle or bundles of joys challenged. -Childcare: Available during service see website -Service hours: see website A few bullet points from What we Believe: Statement of Faith "There is one God, eternally existent in three: God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. That Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God. In His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death, in His personal return to this earth in power and glory, and that He is now both Lord and Christ. In the church, the body of Christ, as the instrument and focus of God's purposes in the earth; and that every believer should be committed and joined to a local expression of the church". (Grace Bible Church. Retrieved October 07, 2011 from gbchawaii.org/) read more

They meet @ Pearl Highlands Theaters. It seems the church office is on Kuahao Place. I attended the 10:00 am service. Cheryl, the greeter walked me down the hallway to the doors. Next, the ushers walked me up to the row where I was to be seated. I don't have a problem being led to a seat, as walking into a room of strangers is easier if someone leads the way. Excellent sermon. Mission-oriented church working on improving their existing sanctuary in PEARL CITY. Live music and good use of graphics projected on the movie screens contained in the theater. Would not hesitate to return again. Grace Bible folks are friendly!! read more

Tonight I came here with a friend to the 745P service it was our first time here. I loved the music, the atmosphere, but most importantly the word from pastor kalae George. We are definitely coming back next week. So grateful we found this church. read more

I love coming here and hearing the word and giving thanks and praise! It's always so uplifting and every time I come I feel like the message's are always directed to me! read more

Pearlside Church - Praise and worship him! - Churches Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

I've been to many churches but GB Pearlside really takes the initiative to inspire members to smile, say hello, and pray for each other. At one service on a shuttle ride to service, a lady name Faith literally turned around and did a warm greeting. Pastor Norman truly knows how to deliver a message. Very inspiring. I belong to one of their grace groups and got to experience everything they preached. The love is there. read more

Sorry guys this is probably going to be a really long review. I have so many good things to say though! It's not a perfect place. People need to understand that that though, that is not what church is. It's not a perfect building filled with perfect people living perfect lives. Church is God's house where imperfect people come together and love a perfect God. Church is community, a safe place. This place has definitely helped me come so far from where I had been in life. When I was a freshman in high school a friend showed me Grace Bible Church before they even had this building. I stayed for about a month and then I decided to leave because I didn't feel like I really would fit into this group. To be honest they wanted to pray over a prayer point that I did not agree with. I felt (and I still actually feel this way) that there are way more important prayer points and way bigger issues in this world than what they wanted us to pray for, SO. That being said I guess you can say I felt offended and that is why I left. Fast forward to 2016, I decided to give this place another shot and I stayed ever since. I feel like we had our moments. Me and the church community that is. But you know what they're really awesome people and they really make it a point to get people involved and not ever feel excluded or that they don't fit in. They make it a point to make you feel comfortable and Welcomed here. Everyone has mutual respect for each other, whether you are new, been around, believer, non believer, whatever. Everyone has respect for one another and this is the only church at all that I felt comfortable and safe and it wasn't at all forced. Love GBC! read more

Tonight was our first service and I enjoyed the ambiance of the room. Very friendly people that come up an introduce themselves. We are definitely making this our new family. read more

This in my opinion is the best church I've ever been to. A lot of friendly, down to earth people. Pastors are also down to earth and have great sense of humor. The way the Pastors share the word is so easily understandable. This church is truly a GOD loving and living church. If you're searching for a church to call home I'd definitely recommend Grace Bible. Not just because of the people but because it also offers convenience. There are multiple services throughout the week and multiple sites. They also offer free childcare during the service you choose to attend. For more info check our their website at pearlside.org. read more

Attended a couple of months and was the only one (I was paying attention) who brought my Bible with me to service. Music was well done but overall it felt more like entertainment than worship. People were ushered in from the side entrance and were directed to fill in the rows from front to back in order ...no choice of seats. The senior pastor was sincere but never once read from the Word of God nor referred to the Bible. Message was topical as are each weeks' messages...I asked. "The message each week is what God places on the pastor Norman's heart." Example: "The Lord spoke to me last night to give this message." That one was on tithing! Overall I get the feeling that other than a small core of regulars, most attendees are very new believers and quickly drift away from the word or move on to fellowships that provide real meat from the word that they desire. Hope this helps. I'm now in a Bible teaching fellowship that teaches through the Bible in order and everyone brings their Bible to services! Praise God. read more

Great church and great leadership. Don't know why people criticize the church for being entertaining. The alternative is what? Boring?

I used to attend Grace Bible's Manoa location with my former McKinley High School soccer coach Adolph Samuels. I love Grace Bible!!!

Been there a few times. Was about to make it our home church until I shared with one of the pastors what I was going through. He quickly changed his attitude and I left feeling very judged rather than feeling any compassion and hope. Definitely no GRACE in the name of their church. read more

I've been attending and serving at GBC Pearlside since June 2012. This is a great Christian church to worship God and create great friendships. Before coming to GBC I never had a relationship with God. GBC has taught me so much about the Bible and how to follow God that I am forever grateful. My Faith is now a huge part of my everyday life. I've grown in my walk with God so much because of GBC. All the Pastoral staff at GBC are friendly and welcoming. They make the message relatable to our lives today. I've been able to take classes and learn more about Jesus and what he did while on Earth. I have also been apart of a small group since the summer of 2012 and I'm so thankful for the ladies that I've been able to meet and process life with. Church isn't just about you and your feelings. It's about Jesus and walking life out with other brothers and sisters. This is exactly what GBC does!!! If you wanna come to GBC our doors are always open and I encourage you to take a step of faith. God won't let you down. read more

Amazing messages from all pastors at all services. I attend morning services at LCC, then college services at night. I take my younger sisters to Friday services at Momilani elementary. Join a Grace Group! read more

Attended service at the main campus in Aiea for the first (and last time) this morning. This is the coldest and most un-welcoming church I've attended on Oahu (and I've been to quite a few trying to find one). I was directed into the parking lot, only to drive around and find that it was full. As I was pulling out, I ask one of the volunteers why they were directing people into a full lot "yea, completely full, and we can't direct traffic any further on this road, so you have to turn around in the lot". OK, but why wasn't I told that??? "There are only 4 of us and we can't get the sign out". So, finally I asked about options "Oh, yea more parking across the street". If I hadn't asked, he was not going to offer me any options other then "lots full". I guess he would have rather I just left. So, got parked, and took my life in my hands getting across the street. The only welcome I got was "you can't have coffee in there". OK, so I tossed my coffee - but that was the only acknowledgement I got from anyone that I was even there. No "good morning" "welcome" "nice to have you" - nope "you can't have coffee in there" Then there was the sermon. The pastor started by reading scripture - John 15:1-7. I assumed the sermon would teach me more about that scripture, but the pastor never brought anything back to that scripture. He talked for about 15 minutes about how awful it was that his (adult) daughter left home to get married, and then at least the next 26 minutes (I left) on SPORTS - yes that's right - sports!!! Relating none of it back to how God prunes us so that we can be more fruitful for his Kingdome. I learned nothing more about this scripture, but I now know the pastors daughters wedding date and more about the recent super bowl than I ever cared to! I guess I should have left when no one wanted to tell me where I could park, and when that didn't get rid of me, I should have taken the hint when I wasn't welcomed at the church. read more