In mid-November 2025, I visited Trinity Church during a conference as it was only a 10 minute walk…read morefrom the hotel. This Episcopalian church is an American architectural gem and National Historical Landmark. You have to pay a $10 entrance fee to view the interior, but it's worth the expense if you enjoy history, art, or architecture. Alternatively, you can skip the interior and visit the Boston Public Library instead (which has no admission fee). Completed in 1877, Trinity Church is an architectural masterpiece of Henry Richardson who pioneered the "Richardsonian Romanesque" style of clay tile roofs, colorful interiors, and stone-faced exteriors with arches. You can see examples of this building design in Minneapolis, Detroit, Chicago, and Albany, NY. The interior has magnificent stained glass windows and a unique colorful design. One interesting fact from the Self-Guided tour booklet is that Boston's Back Bay was originally a tidal mud flat. So the heavy stone of Trinity Church rests on 4,500 wooden piles, which were pounded through 30 feet of gravel fill, silt, and clay.

Trinity Church is stunningly beautiful on the outside and even more so on the interior. But more…read moreimportant, the clergy and congregants were kind and accepting of these visitors. When last in Boston, there were renovations being done to the interior. There were no tours or services at the time, but there were windows made available to look in and get a glimpse. I promised myself that when I returned to Boston, that I would visit the Church for a service. The service was beautiful and it was completely packed. I am afraid that during the service, I could not help but take in every detail of the interior. Of course, I didn't feel like I should take any photos at that time (my next visit). Take some time to visit this physical testimony built to God when you are in Boston.

I came here on a Friday night for a candlelight concert honoring Imagine Dragons and Coldplay. The…read morechurch is a short walk away from the train station and around the corner from Newbury Street. It seems like this building is multipurpose since there was a lecture taking place in one room, and the concert in the main sanctuary. The inside is super nice, with wooden pews, stained glass windows, and beautiful art all over including the ceiling. There are three sections of seating on the main floor - the center floor, and two small sets of pews on either side. There is balcony seating upstairs, but only on the sides. We sat on the right-side balcony, and it was still a great view. They did a good job of decorating the church in candles, especially the altar where the musicians are. The temperature inside was perfect as well as the acoustics. Since the concert started at 7:00 pm, for the first 15 ish minutes, the room still felt bright since the sun was coming in through the windows, but it slowly got darker throughout the night. I know they have bathrooms, but I personally did not use them. There were ushers helping people get to their seats which I thought made things run a lot smoother, especially for the latecomers.

Though services were not being held at this Old South Church on this Sunday, the inviting sign "all…read moreare welcome" swept us in to see the chapel. There is a glowing simplicity to this sanctuary yet there are so many intricate details to take in from the architecture, to the windows, and organ (I love the window and organs). Not everything was available to see at the moment we were there, but they do have tours available. This beautiful historic landmark and spiritual edifice is worth the stop.

HOW COULD YOU SIDE WITH THE PROPHETS?!? Truth, Reconciliation, REGRET... all succumbed to the…read moreGravemind, Arbiter, SPARTAN!!! The Sangheli have sided against you. And i glorify my Kin, but for now let us call them elites. Every rose has its thorn, Just like every night has its dawn Just like how every cowboy sings a sad...sad song ... EVERY Rose has its thorn Great service Great food (for the soul :P) 5 stars just fantastic, great job, just blown away... WOW??? -PApa JoHn

This is a hidden jewel off Copley Square at the corner of Berkeley and Newbury and a block away…read morefrom Public Gardens. Fine gothic revival with a great spire. There are several famous churches in the neighborhood. Church of the Covenant is distinguished by its 42 Tiffany stainglass windows, the largest collection anywhere. The interior with beautiful woodwork was re-designed by Tiffany also. I only wish he didn't conceal the organ pipes. The windows are truly marvelous. The daylight outside illuminates the interior through the windows so that the beautiful imagery lighting above surrounds the gathered congregation. (See pictures). The church is a historic landmark which is quite unique and relatively off the visitors map.

My family and I were visiting from Southern California over Easter Sunday and break. In a city…read morefilled with beautiful and historic church buildings, it was difficult for us to find a Christ-centered, Bible-teaching ministry. They meet in the basement of the Arlington Street Church building. Don't let the no-frills and basic set-up fool you. If you are looking for solid teaching, welcoming members, and a heart for Boston then look no further than Anchor Church. It was a blessing to spend our Easter Sunday here!

My wife and I found Anchor soon after we moved to Boston - we immediately knew this was the church…read morecommunity we were seeking. It's a great community that's focused on growing relationships - both with one another and with God. The teachings are Bible focused and practically applicable to daily life. Not only are the services welcoming, but the music is fantastic! Anchor Boston is a great and diverse church community to call home whether you're a undergrad/grad student, young professional, or established family. If you're looking for an inviting space to worship, develop spiritually and foster new relationships, Anchor is that place.

I have been exploring churches in the greater Boston area for a while and came across Renewal. The…read morelocation of Renewal Church is a bit tricky with services taking place in an AMC theater on an upper level. Worship music was lovely, but overall the experience felt short and by the time I settled in, it was over. The sermon was a prerecorded video too which was a bummer especially for my first time. I signed up for their communications, which was nice in the beginning, but quickly felt spammy. I'm sure the community is lovely! I just don't think this place is for me.

Renewal made me feel welcome from the first day I visited, which was my favorite thing about this…read morechurch. The greeters took some time to talk to me, and they have a hospitality area with coffee and tea. I sometimes feel lost when visiting a church, so the fact that people took some time out to talk to me was very nice. The teaching is also very easy to follow, and breaks down the Bible in a way that I'm able to learn and also apply it, which I feel is important. I'd definitely recommend this church to anyone!

I'm not regular, just looking for a church to call home. Visited Reality two times, a year apart…read more Both times I got the same vibes. Lovely, friendly people but with friendships so deeply established it would be difficult to join in. As an outside, I could see the young families sitting together chatting while the newcomers sat on the other side by themselves. The message was hopeful, I loved the confession prayer, and I appreciated the sheets they gave out so we could read aloud. They meet at a middle school and parking is surprisingly available. Reality sends out some nice emails to keep you involved too. I believe this is a beautiful community, maybe just not for me!

Sunday service was wonderful. The worship team was very talented and genuine. The sermon was given…read moreby a guest pastor from New York and was really inspiring. I've been attending the Reality family of churches in Santa Barbara, California for several years. It's so fun to participate in worshiping Christ with fellow Christians across the country. Whether you call Boston home or are just visiting, I definitely recommend you check out Reality.

I attended in 2015-2019 and it was the reason I'm still a Christian today. In such an intense city,…read morethey were my family. Warm, professional, contemplative, informative, and intentional. I love you City Life! Always, from the bottom of my heart.

I have been attending Citylife off and on for three years now, and it has continually been a place…read morethat has challenged and encouraged my faith. I will admit it can be tough to meet people on a Sunday morning, but I have been a part of one of their weekly community groups for years and they are my family in the city. No matter what is going on I have always felt loved by those folks. So I encourage you to find your neighborhood community group if you are thinking about attending Citylife. It is there where you'll have the opportunity to connect with folks. The staff and pastors are also all great folks, and it has been awesome to get to know them and their hearts for the Lord and the city of Boston. And I can't not mention the music, as they have one of the most talented worship bands I have ever heard.

What can you say about this place? What a deep and rich history that spans the 20th century's…read morepanoply of rad thought and political activism. A place of refuge from the storm to be renewed and go back out to fight The Man! Wonderful music, different every time I attend...classical, jazz, folk, hip hop....a really diverse and smart panoply of speakers make up a full schedule of sundays at Community Church. And it looks like the auditorium hosts a marvelous feast of radical organizing meetings, rehearsals, plays, movies, poetry readings and concerts. Check out this place, the last thang you'd expect in shi shi Back Bay's Copley Square, with its tourists, workplace professionals, and college students: a tribute to Radical Boston....from Sacco/Vanzetti to Defeat the Asshole named Trump. Long live CCB, way into its second century of vibrant community building!

I too am "opposed to any religion that indoctrinates kids," which is why my daughter attends sunday…read moreschool at the Community Church. Mike C's description of the church is mostly accurate with the exception of the singing for the children. They sing "Go Away in Peace" which is as non-denominational as it gets - I want my daughter to go in peace! Some of the topics the children explore are animal rights, conflicts in Sudan, Black History Month, homosexuality, etc through art, brainstorming, chats, or presentations. The director for the children's program, Justice School, is excellent and caring. I'd recommend anyone who wants to teach their children tolerance and open-mindedness to at least check out the program. Now, go away in peace.

With several major churches in the Copley Square area it is easy to overlook what in many ways is…read morethe best, a smaller gem located three blocks north of the green line. First Church Boston is one of three Unitarian Universalist churches in Boston and a surprisingly lively place, 383 years old but more contemporary than ever. Every church talks about combining the new with the traditional, but First Church Boston does it. The building is original on the outside along Berkley St. but the inside is Paul Rudolph contemporary. The music can be Bach one week and Bernstein the next. Services address current issues of the day as well as lifelong spiritual concerns. There is a ton going on during the week besides the Sunday morning service, all of it accessible on line. Every UU church is different as there is no central authority in Unitarianism, a situation some call religious democracy. There is no single revealed truth to ascribe to, rather members are encouraged to discover their own spirituality in a course called Building Your Own Theology. Other churches share a set of beliefs: UUs share a set of values. Most Unitarians are made not born, as 90% of UU members transfer to this faith as adults, so UUs have a history of welcoming newcomers from all backgrounds. Members (and staff) of First Church include former Catholics, Episcopalians, Baptists, Jews, Muslims, atheists and agnostics, to name a few. And you want cool? First Church Boston counts as members President John Quincy Adams, John Winthrop, Anne Bradstreet, Anne Hutchinson, Paul Revere. And Ralph Waldo Emerson is a former minister. So grab a blue cup at coffee hour and make new friends as members introduce themselves to you.

When searching for a church that was conveniently located in Back Bay, there are many to chose…read morefrom. First Church in Boston has always been an open, friendly community with excellent ministry and the best music program in the Back Bay. This community is a great place to start or continue your spiritual journey.

Historical must stop location! The architecture is cool, but nothing spectacular. What makes this…read moreplace special is its impact in the American Revolution as it was large enough for meetings that planned and informed those involved with the Revolution. Take in the history, take in the craftsmanship and take in some of the Spirit!

I've attended this church for many years and I'm sad to say that the leadership has gone very much…read moredownhill. They once were a place that embraced women in ministry, but the present leadership has marginalized the voice of women leaders. When the Senior Minister was called out on it, he responded during one of his sermons, "The rules for diversity are different in a corporation from that in a church. I'm not going to go out of my way to create candidate pools that include women and I'm not going to hire someone just because they're a woman." Worse than that, our church did have a democratic structure that embraced the voice of the congregation. Now, the present leadership has often delayed or even ignored the congregation's requests for meetings to review decisions of the church, the Elder Board ignores congregant emails, and the Senior Minister has harnessed control of every committee so there are no "checks and balances" to his power. In a church born only 30 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, it's sad to see the attack on the democratic structure of the church. Not a good time to make this your church home, but if you want to stop by to listen to a pretty choir and see the inside of a historical building then pay it a visit.