Foothills is a warm and welcoming community. Our historic sanctuary is beautiful and cozy. Our…read moreservices are enjoyable and thoughtful, with excellent preaching and a wide variety of great music. There are ample opportunities to participate in church life. We are an "open and affirming" (ONA) congregation, having made a public covenant of welcome into our full life and ministry to persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. https://www.ucc.org/lgbt_ona If you are seeking a place of peace and joy, you are welcome here.

I started attending Foothills about two years ago when I was church shopping. I had two small…read morechildren and I wanted to find a church community that would expose them to music, fellowship, volunteerism, and tradition. I quickly felt at home and knew instantly this was the place for us. The structure and traditions are similar to the church I grew up in, but Foothills is far more progressive--welcoming to people from all walks of life and levels of belief. I felt instantly welcomed and not at all judged. They are a smaller church community, but well-sized for their building, which is beautiful and peaceful. I visited other churches that were much larger and felt lost, not sure of how I would fit in. But Foothills is just the right size. There aren't a lot of young children...yet, but there is a lot of energy and enthusiasm. A year ago they hired a new pastor after their previous pastor retired. They also have a wonderful associate pastor who has been there for years and helps run the youth programs. They have a great nursery for small children that opens before church (although I brought my baby into church without a problem), a children's choir, youth classes, and an annual youth service trip. Some of my favorite activities/events at Foothills have included: a service day where groups volunteered at numerous sites in the area, an Iftar dinner with a local Muslim community, a peaceful candle-lit dinner for Maundy Thursday, and a potluck dinner followed by outing to see the Los Altos holiday parade. I hope you will consider stopping by and checking us out. You may find Foothills your new home.

If you are new to the Bay Area - be sure to check out true north church!…read more True North Church has a solid pastor, awesome worship leader, and a wonderful group of people who attend this church. It's a relatively small church so if you are itching to build relationships with people and the community.. This is the right church for you! Worship begins At 11am With light refreshments before/after service Church is located at Sofia university and there are plenty of signs along the way to guide you to the church!

I'm truly blessed to call True North my home church :)…read more The warm community and the gospel-centered messages are what truly kept me here. I'm in awe when I see our members serving to whatever capacity they can; whether it's through children's ministry, hospitality, outreach, etc! There's not much to say except come and experience what True North can offer!

One of my friends got married in this beautiful church. There is a decent size parking lot, so…read moreguests should not have trouble finding a spot. This church is really easy to find, too. It is conveniently located on the corner of Magdalena and Foothill Expressway. I took 1 star away, since there is no AC inside the church (except inside the restroom..lol). When it got kind of hot inside the church, I noticed a lot of people were fanning themselves with the wedding programs.

My husband and I got married at this church last October, and we loved it! The church is very…read morebeautiful. We loved that one side of the church has a lot of windows, so it let in a lot of light during the day. Also, behind the altar is a beautiful stained glass window. We picked this church because they are accepting of all faiths, and getting married at a Methodist church was a compromise for my husband and I who are of different faiths. To get married at the church, you need to attend a one day marriage workshop, which isn't bad at all. The church has a huge parking lot which can accommodate a lot of guests, and the landscaping is beautiful as well. My husband and I were blessed to find such a lovely church to get married!

This is one of my favorite Catholic churches to go. It's a small church but beautiful and makes me…read morefeel peaceful. The mass, the choir, and the priests are amazing! Most importantly it's rarely noisy so I can enjoy my time in the church.

I wish I lived in Los Altos so I could regularly attend mass at this quiant little church. The…read moremusic ministry is great and the male cantor they have sounds like an opera singer. I enjoy the small size of this church and how the pews are traditionally arranged all facing foward - it works well in a tiny church not so much in the large ones. It definately has a small community feel and the accoustics are great - the lectors, priest and musicians can be easily heard and understood. This church must be popular because they also have a small gathering room off to the side with chairs and televisions that have a live broadcast of the mass - used when the small church fills up. The location is a bit confusing to get to because you go through a beautifully nature filled neighborhood to get to it, so definitely use Mapquest or a GPS.

Friendly and supportive people. Great Bible based sermons. The people supported me through an…read moreemotionally difficult divorce and financial hardship.

Good church, staff, and message and friendly members. Try it!!! Also a lovely location in Los…read moreAltos.*********

I've been here four times now and am starting to get a feel for the church…read more The Good: the venue/location at the Computer History Museum right off the 101 on Shoreline is easy to access and convenient. The service time is short and sweet, consistently one hour on the dot, with a ~20 min sermon. The congregation is very diverse and the people here are generally very nice and welcoming. They have ample organic coffee and doughnut holes laid out before and after every service. The pastor's sermons are bible-based and offer some practical application to modern day life. The bad: the pre-school teacher Jess was cold and not very welcoming to either us or our child. Maybe she was just having a bad day, but she did not make us feel comfortable and clearly did not want to be there. When we asked if my wife could stay with the child, she visibly bristled and said "for 5 minutes." When we explained that this was his first time and that he was not used to being in these kind of situations, she responded "yeah, there may be some tears, but usually they get over it. If he continues to cry, you'll have to come get him." She did not have a good poker face and her expressions clearly showed displeasure and annoyance at our questions. I don't know her personally, but the pre-school ministry is clearly not the right place for her. The other volunteers in the kids ministry were all very welcoming and friendly, taking the time to walk us through the check-in and check-out process. As toddler parents, a big part of our decision to join and stay with a church community is based on the experience for our child, who is just being introduced to God's family and love. We would strongly encourage the church leaders to reevaluate the pre-school program and find another volunteer who is a better representative of God's family and love.

I've been going to Current for a while now and I can confidently say that it is an awesome church…read more The community is so welcoming and God-centered, the love that they pour out is so obviously founded in Christ. The staff are so intentional and the ministries in which they serve are blessed by their devotion. David's sermons are really well-rounded as he's really intent on making biblical points that are applicable but don't stray from the original context and meaning. An additional bonus to coming to Current is the yummy snacks they have on special occasions (shoutout Rocko's Tacos, BonChon, and more). If you're looking for a local church that will welcome you with open arms and encourage you to grow in your faith, you should definitely visit Current (and take advantage of the free visitor lunch).

After visiting a couple different churches in the area, my wife and I were drawn to Palo Alto…read moreVineyard church for the welcoming community and the no-frills (but very authentic) style of worship. There is a good amount of diversity among both the congregation and the church staff. For what I'd consider a mid-sized church (estimate upwards of 150 including children and youth), I enjoy seeing a broad range of ethnicities represented, which includes a fairly strong international presence. The service itself is very down to earth. Worship sets are led by rotating groups of people, with some preferring older songs and hymns and others leaning more contemporary. The sermons also alternate between three to four of the pastoral staff. One thing I've enjoyed most about the service at Palo Alto Vineyard is the way they always make it a point to pray for different global or current issues. I see it as a healthy recognition of the local culture (dominant Silicon Valley influence), but also the desire join in with the larger global church. I've since learned that Vineyard churches (it's a network/movement) focus on both demonstrating outward love for neighbor (evangelistic to newcomers, different outreach ministries) and being Holy Spirit led (lots of emphasis on prayer). There is often a space in worship where the pastor leads the congregation in sharing any words God might have for the entire congregation. There is almost always an invitation for people to receive prayer at the end as well. All in all, we have experienced Palo Alto Vineyard to be a place of very genuine and very welcoming community. There are nonbelievers, visitors from out-of-town, and members who have been at PAVC for decades. People want to follow Jesus and it seems to be a healthy community. Family "fourths" (once every fourth Sunday) are a chance to sit with families and kids at tables during service. There is enough anonymity on any given Sunday to be comforting (if that's your thing), but also lots of times to connect (they encourage a dedicated time to fill out the Connect Card, and as far as I can tell, no one has ever been hurt by the extra bagels/donuts and coffee). There are lots of different small groups and a dedicated Children's and Youth Ministry. The church meets at a local middle school, so make sure you find the right parking lot where you see lots of others pulling in, and you should be good to go.

My family has been attending the Palo Alto Vineyard church for the past 17 years. Although there…read morehas been changes over the years (two different pastors, new location, etc) one thing has remained constant; the amazing community and supportive, loving environment. All three of my children (now ages 14, 11 and 6) have been mentored in their faith through the hard working volunteers and pastoral staff at PAVC! Additionally, the musical worship always helps fill me with His spirit, even on difficult days. Thank you Lord for this community who loves You and desires to serve You so faithfully!

Came here with friends to support Grace Lin and Gene Luen Yang's author event for Grace Lin's "The…read moreGate, the Girl, and the Dragon" when it got moved from Linden Tree Books. This is a beautiful church in Los Altos. It's kind of out of the way and is in a remote area. Thankfully there was plenty of parking. The church is spacious with gorgeous stained glass windows. It was a lovely visit for a lovely and engaging book event. Someone in the audience asked if there's any secrets to writing and getting published. In a room full of published authors, we all lost it and laughed our heads off, especially when Gene Luen Yang joked, "Sacrifice a goat." Thank you Linden Tree Books for hosting!

Right here in Los Altos, in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a loving, welcoming congregation. As…read moreyou are, feel free to join us in our spiritual and intellectual journey. Our Rector Claire Dietrich Ranna speaks from the heart each Sunday morning. The sunshine coming through our out-of-this-world stained glass and exceptional music program led by Eric Tuan compliment the experience. The enormous stained glass windows, which suround the sanctuary on all four sides, were designed by the French artist Gabriel Loire, who also contributed the rose window of Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. The organ is also on a monumetal scale. If you're looking for a spiritual home, come join us for worship, or just sit with us and soak it in, any Sunday morning at 8 or 10:15. Stay for coffee hour. I have been a member of this parish since 2014.

I've been at Vive Church for almost four years now and have been serving pretty much that whole…read moretime. This house has shaped me in more ways than I can explain. I love a house that unapologetically preaches the Bible and not only that, equips its members to actually live it out. When my now husband and I started dating last January, he started coming to church with me. I invited him into something that had already changed my life, and then I got to watch it change his. The leadership here is so intentional and so dedicated to people. They really see you. They call things out of you that you might even miss in yourself. Watching him get activated in his faith was so special because it was real. It was genuine growth. Because of that culture that is so beautiful here at Vive, we have both been able to step more confidently into our calling of leading the next generation. It feels like such an honor to be in a place that does not just talk about purpose but actually equips you to walk in it. If I am being honest, when I first started coming years ago, I was hesitant to fully get involved. I would show up and serve but still keep parts of myself guarded. Once I really leaned in and allowed the leadership and community to love on me, everything shifted. The last three years especially have been exponential growth in my faith. My relationship with God is deeper, more personal, and more intentional than it has ever been. And it is not just a church, it is a family. I met my closest friends here. My wedding was full of people from this house. We have been continuously blessed by the leadership and guidance we have received, not just spiritually but in our careers and personal lives. Every aspect of our lives has been touched by leaders who genuinely dedicate their time to pour into you and go the extra mile for you. I am so grateful for a church that invests in people, believes in them, and calls them higher. This place has strengthened my faith, impacted my marriage, and positioned us to lead with confidence and conviction.

I was invited to Vive a few years ago and instantly felt at home. The people are so kind and…read moregenuine, and everything is done with excellence, from coffee, to worship, to church planting, to discipleship. Pastors Adam and Keira lead with bold faith, big vision, and genuine love for people. Getting plugged in changed everything for me. Serving on teams and joining a home group gave me real community, growth, and I even met my fiancé! It's been such a blessing to be part of this house. If you're looking for a church, I highly recommend checking out Vive.

Nothing but love for this church and community!! They are my family! We finally got our own…read morebuilding after years of renting different venues! It is amazing!!!It looks modern inside, there are separate rooms for children's Ministry, there are rooms used for the youth Ministry or campus activities. Big congrats to all the doing-good projects that have been making waves in the local community and are continuing to do so. My family and I personally love the family and faith that we have built over the years, it's life changing and I am looking forward to more memories in our new building!

We've been part of this church for many years and are fortunate to have met some of our closest…read morefriends here. The church focuses on the Bible, personal relationship with God, deep friendships, and doing good in the community. There's a wide age range, from young children to mature adults. It's awesome to have many other families with young children like ours. We love the new building! The building has been thoughtfully renovated and is bright, open, and inviting, with an awesome park next door. It's so refreshing getting together in person again and we're grateful for the children's classes that have resumed on Sundays!