I visited Christ Church over the holiday season and was immediately hooked! The people were so…read moreinviting and welcoming! I felt comfortable the moment I walked in. The congregation is beautifully diverse, and so is the ministerial staff. The music is uplifting, the message is powerful, and I always leave feeling inspired and loved. The Christmas show was absolutely fantastic, which led me to attend a regular Sunday morning service. It lasted just under 90 minutes, and I left feeling empowered, like I could conquer the world. I've been back several times since, and each visit somehow tops the last! Like others have mentioned, the only downside is parking. It's in downtown Montclair, which can get busy. I usually park at a nearby school a couple of blocks away and walk over which is not ideal for everyone, but it works for me. There's some limited street parking, but the best strategy is to attend the first morning service at 9 a.m. and arrive around 8:15-8:30. That way, you can usually snag a spot nearby. Overall, I have little to no complaints. Christ Church offers so much -- life groups, a children's ministry, a teen ministry, a marriage ministry -- so many opportunities to connect and grow. I truly feel at home here and look forward to returning again and again

They need to stop shining the three lights directly above the TV monitor on the stage of this…read morechurch DIRECTLY INTO THE AUDIENCES EYES. These lights are very bright and blinding and the church shines them directly into everyone in the pews eyes literally blinding them so that noone can even look towards the stage without going through eye torture and scarring. That is why noone in the pews (especially the center pews) can even look towards the stage without being literally blinded with blind spots immediately forming. That is why everyone has to look down that is sitting in the front or they look at the TV to the side rather than being blinded. It is absolutely absurd. Even the TV monitor in the q room is flashing and blinding. Noone should have to go blind to go to church. There is absolutely no reason for these three bright stage lights specifically to be shining directly towards everyone in the audiences eyes . The only reason I can even think of is so that they can see peoples faces for their video that noone consented to be in!!!! I will not be returning to this selfish church because I will not go blind its definetely not worth it. They could be doing a lot more for all the people that attend this church besides maken them go blind like some cops with three giant flashlights in your face for no reason. Thanks a lot for the eye scars NOT

If you're looking for a church that is inclusive, welcoming, comforting and uplifting week after…read moreweek this is the place for you. Only set back is a lack of parking but there's plenty in the neighborhood

This church is amazing the first time I cross the doors I was overwhelmed by the sense of peace and…read morejoy was like really come back home after a long search God definitely is there and I being a Christian for almost 20 years now I don't have words to express how grateful I am.

Mystical, welcoming, old world classic architecture with Woodwork that reminds me of the grandest…read moreAnglican cathedrals. Best of all: the Labyrinth is open each Wed evening.

This is a friendly, inclusive congregational church affiliated with the United Church of Christ…read more I've attended for a few years and love that it is an openly progressive congregation that is committed to social justice. They have a sign on one side of the front door that says "Jesus didn't turn people away. Neither do we" and a rainbow flag on the other - amazing! The sanctuary is breathtakingly beautiful with soaring arches and a labyrinth stained in the floor. Another bonus is that my child loves Sunday School.

150 year old Montclair NJ institution, led by the one and only Father John Mennell…read more Church is lovely, old and inviting. At same time welcoming and diverse. Not to big not too small just right. If you're looking for an old/modern house of worship which embraces all races creed and orientations; this is a good place to start. STL also hosts Toni's kitchen which is a mission to feed those less fortunate through consignment and used good sales. God truly loves and lives here.

The church staff and volunteers were very welcoming. It was an associate pastor preaching the Word…read morewhen I attended, who did an excellent job.

Amazing, diverse, warm and loving community. I have never felt more at home! I am so thankful to…read morehave found The LIFE Christian Church. There are so many different opportunities for spiritual growth, not to mention the depth and biblically sound messages. They have devotions on their app and spiritual growth plans 3 times a year! It is awesome! And the people here just really love Jesus with all their heart and I am so thankful to be surrounded by this type of community.

I love this church. Real people. Great music. Friendly and relevant. International focus. Two…read moregreat female pastors.

Advent has just begun. Join us for a multi-generational Advent Workshop on 12/4/16 at 4p. Crafts…read moreCarols and dinner

one of the prettiest churchest in essex county...but then again im biased since this is my…read morehusband's church and we got married here :) but seriously, Holy Name is a beautiful church full of beautiful people...i just wish more people realized that and attended this church.

My husband and I have been coming to Church alive for 6 months now. We love it! Beautiful community…read moreof younger people full of great energy - this church has a modern vibe and the pastors have a good sense of humor and makes you feel loved and welcome without judgement. They have 4 services on Sundays because a lot of people attend because they really love coming here. They also have an amazing production it almost feels like a concert and they sing beautiful songs , a really incredibly like changing experience

If I can Express this Church in One word it would be LOVE !! This Church really Knows How to Show…read moreLove !! I went Once And Haven't Stopped !!! They Have So many Different Activities Going on I See why They Chose That Name ALIVE !! Theses People are Alive !!