My friend recommended I go to a church to meet new people. After doing some research, I decided on…read moreBlue Oaks mainly because I liked that it was a casual, come as you type of atmosphere. I joined a couple of groups before actually attending a service. People were really friendly & welcoming. Matt the pastor teaches us about God with humor which I like. I'm not a religious person, but I am starting to believe after attending church here.

Best church EVER! I have never heard the word taught as…read morewell as Paster Matt does. So thankful to have found this church to call home. Thank you!!

I woke up this morning preparing to go to attend another church and, as I normally do, I checked my…read morephone. Sound familiar, folks? I was perplexed (and a bit annoyed) to find an invite on Facebook from Fountain Church. For whatever reason, it just took me by surprise. I was then shocked to find out that they were very close to where I live! So, I committed to checking it out after my regular service. Despite the fact that I always try to stay very objective when entering new environments, I was still a little blown away by many things: the energy, the GENUINE friendliness and Godly love I felt from many in attendance, the worship, and most importantly the scripturally sound and very relatable message brought by Pastor Matt! Following the service, I stayed for a "Growth Track" class, and afterwards was able to spend approximately 45 minutes fellowshiping and getting to know Pastor Matt one-on-one. His availability, in and of itself, speaks volumes of his heart for people! Needless to say, it was a FANTASTIC Holy Spirit filled experience. I'm going back! Praise God for everyone at Fountain Church!

Pastor Matt and Jacqui are so passionate about sharing the Gospel. The rest of the Pastoral staff…read moreare super cool and super personable, have supported me during rough times. I have grown so much spiritually coming to this church to all the different groups and coming Sundays. Holy Spirit filled, diverse and friendly church. Love yall

We have visited twice now (once when services were being held outdoors and once when they were…read moremoved indoors with social distancing protocols in place), and both times we were struck by the kindness and welcome of the staff and the congregation. There are so many families with young children here, and the church as a whole seems to have a heart for young people. I saw teenagers supporting one another in outdoor discussions, and taking their faith walks very seriously. The Family Room is a separate space where the service is projected on a screen. Little ones can roam a bit and play with some sensory toys while parents worship and hear the sermon. This was the first time in ages that I haven't been a tense little ball of stress as my children make noise in the service. It was such a relief, and I really got to listen, for the first time in maybe...three years? The sermon was so personally convicting. We all need to be doing what we can to live in genuine community with one another. Right now. Even if we're new in town, or shy, and even if it feels difficult to start. If you're looking for a lovely bunch of people with a long history of loving one another this would be a good place to visit.

Beautiful church with nice wealthy locals that were friendly and classy. Pastor is doing a great…read morejob growing the church and school here. We are searching for a new church home and this place is a contender.

Pathway is a welcoming and loving congregation. As soon as you walk through the door ushers warmly…read moregreet you. People will make you feel like you are already part of the congregation. Worshipping God at Pathway is amazing. The Holy Spirit is present. The worship team is great. Come experience. Sermons are practical and applicable to your daily lives. If you have children, Pathway has a great children's ministry. Children love to come to Sunday school. One of my children runs to the class every Sunday. The youth ministry is off the hook. Awesome youth pastor has events throughout the week. The youth are loved and part of something bigger than themselves. The youth grow in their faith which overflows into their lives. Come join us

Everyone's so kind and welcoming! People stay after services to chat and get to know one another…read moreinstead of rushing out. They seem to make an effort that no one is overlooked. There seems to always be food to eat and time to linger afterwards. Charming stained glass windows in the sanctuary and situated on a peaceful street without any traffic. Oh, and the music isn't so loud like some other churches can be (my apple watch has told me my ears were in danger of going deaf at another church's service!).

Review #1) This church is not for everyone, but is for anyone who wants to know GOD…read more Or, are willing to consider His reality. This is not religion. HVC is as pure a place as is possible in this world. Here you are offered a relationship with GOD through his Son, JESUS. No pride, just joy. IT IS EASY HERE. I am not compelled to "works" here. But, here, I continually chose GOD. Please try us. Please try God. Here is just the sweet, supernatural, loving, kind, and good, presence of GOD. Lead by a man carved and spun by God just for you. Review #2) You will melt. You will prosper. You will heal. But above all You will change. You will be changed. Review #3) Here is for the hungry, the broken, the sick, the tired, the empty, the hurting, the secretly very angry, the molested, the lonely, the bored, those who are afraid, Those with cancer, or other horrible diseases that eat you , seek to destroy you, invasive forces whether physical or emotional. The oppressed. The good, meek, downtrodden, the mistreated. The exploited. The rejected. We like you. Victims of racial hatred. Those deeply immeasurably wounded by hate. The raped. HVC is a safe place. we will not rewound you. (If that happens please say something.) JESUS is a safe GOD. "Justice is the foundation of God's throne." For those with unspeakable injuries. Welcome to all drug addicts. You are in familiar company! Welcome sinners, welcome thieves and murderers. Christ knows the truth and died for you. Welcome those with wounds too deep to heal. For those who have been stolen from. Those who have been treated unfairly. For those captured in sin (whether your own or other's), Here is for those who believe that they hate themselves, or for those in the most violent jail of hating others. HVC is the best church with the best Pastor with the best sheep. HERE IS THE LORD JESUS. NOT FOR EVERYONE, BUT FOR ANYONE. Jesus isn't at the tomb because He is at HVC. Come meet Him.

I would like to Thank Everyone at Harvest Valley Church in Pleasanton California. Memorial Day…read moreWeekend was my very first time visiting Your Beautiful Church. Everyone was so very kind and welcoming. The music was so powerful and uplifting. The Pastor teaches THE WORD with a True Straight to Your Heart message from Jesus Teaching. Driving my path home after The Church Service, my heart was filled with the Spirit full and abundant. Thank You Harvest Valley Church Family. I will be back. :) Love Always, Stephanie

On Sundays, the Korean Catholic Community has mass here (in Korean) at 9 or 930am (I can't recall)…read more I mistakenly showed up early and did not realize English mass wasn't until 11am. I decided to sit in the Korean mass anyway. Though I couldn't understand much, I still sort of did know the parts of Mass - that's the beauty of being Catholic, isn't it? The Mass is consistent, regardless of language. The Korean community seems to be strong. Beautiful experience. I stayed for the 11am Mass in English. Very diverse congregation since it's a blend of the Korean-American and CCOP communities. Young adult leaders do music, read, serve. I think it's a great reflection of the tri-valley community. Father Gerald, who regularly presides, delivers great homilies relevant to young and old. No community is perfect. But I really enjoyed seeing the blended, diverse community at SES.

This is a beautiful sanctuary of love and peace. The Catholic Community of Pleasanton is so…read morewelcoming and truly tries to provide support and love in a tangible way. The church offers support through several ministries, including regular workshops for those going through divorce, those who are grieving, couples who want to strengthen their relationships, as well as several others. Fr. Dan Danielson, the pastor, is gracious and so giving, and he recently announced his retirement. Fr. Padraig Greene has been named Pastor. Fr. Padraig has been instrumental in setting up the family ministries for divorce and grief, and brings not only a spiritual dimension but also holds a masters in psychology. The congregation is devoted and the masses are usually well attended. They are welcoming and warm. I love the Parish Mission Statement: The Catholic Community of Pleasanton is a community of people who endeavor to live their lives as disciples of the Lord Jesus and strive to call all people to the reign of God. We gather to celebrate and give thanks for God's living presence and unconditional love, and to enable and facilitate ever deeper conversion of heart, both personal and communal, by the power of the Holy Spirit. We invite all to discipleship and we are sent forth to share the good news of Jesus in our neighborhoods, in our community, and in the world.

Valley Bible Church (VBC) is a non-denominated Christian Church with two campuses based in…read morePleasanton and Livermore. I attend the Pleasanton campus (aka the Crossings campus) and VBC has been my home church since 2019. What I love about VBC is that they teach directly from from the scriptures (currently in the book of Luke). Instead of having a main pastor who preaches every week, VBC has teaching pastors who rotate the message every week. Sunday services are at 9am and 11am and there is community time in between services where you can get to know one another. One of my personal check boxes is that a church needs to have great worship music. The worship band (lead by Dan Gillette) are thoroughly prepared each week and always play some of favorite worship music. The community of people at VBC are diverse and they are very welcoming. You can attend in person or watch services online.

We have been at VBC for 30+ years and have found family with Biblical teaching and principles.read more

Love, love, love this place. Not the traditional church. It's not even in an actual church…read morebuilding, but it is filled with people who love God, love to serve, and love to include every single person who walks through the doors! What other church has a guarantee to be welcomed unconditionally? If you don't get the warmest reception you've ever had, then you get free coffee, all you can drink. Amazing, Holy Spirit inspired worship, great teaching, and very, very good coffee. I hear they are even getting smartphone charging stations

I Love this Church! The hospitality and dunkin donut coffee is just great. The Life groups for…read moreyoung adults and singles and the children's ministry is fruitful. Since being apart of this church I see the growth in myself glory to God!

Great church that welcomes all. Fantastic youth program and…read moresolid preaching. There are many opportunities to get plugged into areas that you are passionate about. Come and be a part of the family.

wonderful service. Wonderful music with beautiful nature scenes, and the lyrics. Nice people…read more I enjoyed the Wednesday 1115 Bible study immensely !

A very large and comfortable church that always offers a timely and relevant message from Pastor…read moreSteve. The church works easily with busy schedules as it even offers a service on Saturday. An intimate and strong community is maintained through numerous small home groups, a cozy coffee shop, and various outreach and volunteer opportunities. The first time I went was because I was meeting a friend from Tracy as a convenient mid point. We settled into the coffee shop to pass a bit of time before the message - and this is when my friend was on his phone and saw the news of the passing of Paul Walker... so after a quick Google search I can see that day was November 30, 2013. I have been many times since that time back in 2013. Pastor Steve has a passion and gift for what he does. Hes authentic and weaves in stories that make sermons more fun and memorable: like the story of the birds crashing into windows - and the possible meaning of that or the one sermon of fake versus flawed. For the record you aren't expected to somehow be perfect here. This is a church for strong believers and followers of Christ all the way to non believers or seekers. The church space is so large you will find a spot your comfortable in. Maybe your not the type to sit front and center - hands waving in the air... well, you can just hang in the coffee shop for the entire duration of the sermon where you can hear and see whats going on over the TV. This church is located at the border of Livermore and Pleasanton with many smaller satellite locations all over the bay. At a church with this many people and locations it is important to join a small group. Friends are made in volunteering situations and in smaller group settings where everybody works together toward a set goal. Go online and check out what is offered. I think people are like redwood trees - when we are "planted" in groups it makes us stronger and we hold each other up during the storms and learn from one another. Paul Walker got prayers from me that day but also learn from his mistake - driving in a 2005 model year car with 10 year old crusty tires with good tread depth - a problem that tends to happen in cars that are not driven often. Check in with your car enthusiast friends and even grandma with her 10 year old car with 20,000 miles and original factory tires - especially if it doesn't have an electronic stability program. Make some close Christian friends and join this community - or at least visit once or twice to see if its for you.

Worst experience I've had at a church in a long time. The first 30 minutes consisted of everyone's…read moregenerosity and the levels of generosity. $$$$$$$$$$$$$ I took my family there to get fed the word of God not finanance101