Stopped in because my girlfriend invited me to church. Had an amazing time of worship and teaching…read more The church staff and volunteers are nothing short of amazing! It's been over a decade I visited this church and I still say it doesn't feel charismatic like my Pentecostal church but it's also not a Pentecostal church which I get but not many hands were up here in worship to the Lord, not sure why. Otherwise I really solid church.

I have watched Pastor Jarrod online since the pandemic and recently started to go back to…read moreWashingtonville. I have learned so much from his teaching. I thank God I can experience this with my son and husband.

If you are looking for the presence of the Holy Spirit, you will find Him at New Harvest Christian…read moreChurch. I relocated out of state and had to leave New Harvest which had been my home church for about 6 years. I love this congregation of believers. I loved them under Pastor Ralph's leadership and I love them even more under Pastor John's leadership. They are as authentic as believers can be. They aren't perfect; they are a collection of battle scarred humans reaching out to God saying please make us more like Jesus and help us to do His will. If I had a regret, I would say it was not asking for help when I needed it and not taking advantage of the strength of the sisterhood there. Still God's timing is perfect. Before I could drown in my silence, He sent spiritually gifted and mature women to gently and kindly interrupt and invade my situation, until I could accept the help and healing I needed. If you go to this church, don't stay invisible. Don't stay silent. Get involved, definitely go to the bible study! I have never experienced the love in that church/body of believers, anywhere else, and I have been a church goer for a couple of decades and many relocations. I think that so much growth can happen there because of the love that connects the followers of Jesus. Hearts still break, bones still break, loved ones still die, but they hold each other up and walk through the difficulties of life together. If you go to criticize, you'll find many things to be critical about. If you go humbly and thirstily, you will find God there.

"Holy, holy, holy molly Batman!"…read more This small church was my church home for many years! The beloved senior pastors that have been teaching, nurturing and parenting the congregation has left the church to relocate out of state. It's sad to lose senior pastors but eventually it just becomes their time to move on as the good Lord leads them. In my 20+ years as a church goer I've seen churches make a massive decline after a major change of leadership. I'm not sure how the new senior pastor will do in his role but this church is already small in size so I'm skeptic this lovely church will survive such a major transition but heck the legend is that God is a miracle worker right? Guess we'll see but it breaks my heart that pretty much ALL the old church leaders have moved on over recent years and the old senior pastor & wife moving on recently was the final nail in the coffin for this small church. This church is in my opinion working to re-establish itself with all brand new leadership. I don't even think the elders of the church have been around too long because all the elders of yesteryear have long gone. I miss so many of those wonderful people of God!

This is a great place to come and hear the unadulterated Word of God preached. We have a friendly,…read moregrowing congregation. Come join us.

For a large church this place didn't blow me away. On my visit parking seemed to be a problem which…read morewas strange for such a large church. The 11am service didn't start on-time and the music was average although the church was acting charismatic. Guest services seemed non-existent as I stepped into a room labeled "guest services" with only one person in there and chairs lined up against wall; nothing formal as I've seen in other larger churches. Overall it looks like a nice church but just didn't feel right for me. If you are reading this then you are probably looking for a church to fit in and you know how difficult that can be. Check the place out for yourself and add your perspective in a review.

My wife and I have been attending this churches for quite sometime,about 3-4 years,and can…read moredefinitely say, you will be fed the word of God from the Pastors. The senior Pastor is so warm and genuine,he always breaks the word down in a way it relates to today society. He is very witty and funny,make NO MISTAKE.... He knows his BIBLE. There is also a younger Pastor who is also a triple threat Preacher, musician and vocalist, but by no means think that when he steps to that podium you're going to be short changed the word. He knows God's word also. Many Sundays when I leave service after he preaches my spirit is so overwhelmed with joy ,I can't do anything but praise my God. The young Pastor's wife is the praise and worship leader and she sounds like an angel and the Praise and worship team can really usher the Holy Spirit in. This congregation is multicultural,all nationalities are represented and welcomed. I was a little apprehensive when I first started attending and my wife said something I will never forget,she said this is how Heaven will be all nationalities worshipping together. SolidRock has two services a 9am and an11:00am. Whichever service you choose KNOW THAT You WILL BE BLESSED. Come as you are And be Blessed.

Love this congregation! Services are real and enlightening. The whole place has a "family" feel and…read moreeveryone makes sure you feel welcomed even if it's your 1000th time there. The music program is unique, diverse and creative. They even did church in a local bar recently! The children's programs are full of love and growth-centric. Pastor Ben and his crew are phenomenal- you will be pleasantly surprised by how down to earth and real everyone is. They welcome everything and everyone to join them, the least judgemental church I have ever experienced. Perfect for our funky and hipster town with something to love for every age group. If you're looking, don't check this place off your list until you've been for yourself! You can thank me after service:):)

From the owner: Bridging Worlds. Encountering God. Healing Lives…read more First Presbyterian Church is a community of deep roots. We have been worshiping God at the foot of Mount Beacon since 1832. We love God, care for each other, and serve our community. The nearby Hudson gives life in the muddy mixing of different waters. Likewise, we experience Jesus Christ's transforming presence when we authentically share joys and struggles of our diverse lives. Come as you are. We love music, food, and forming real relationships. Working together, and with partners in the community, we strive to help each other blossom into the fullness of who the Holy Spirit calls us to be. As changed people, we are called to change the world.

We have never been in for services, but the exterior and graveyard, which is not a common site in…read morethe US are beautiful and evocative. Hoping to someday be able to attend a service here but our timing in the area has not lined up as of yet. The history of the church is also incredible!

The beautiful architecture of this old church set in the mountains adds a serene highlight to the…read morewinding drive. A pleasant spot to stop for a walking meditation.

This is a tremendously wonderful church that is blessed with a terrific reverend, Fr. Shane…read moreScott-Hamblin, and a great congregation that makes one feel instantly welcomed. I have attended numerous services here and each one was a lovely experience. Fr. Shane is a talented rector with a knack for intelligent, applicable sermons that throw Christianity into a modern light without stripping away its basic tenents. The sermons challenge you to think, and they exercise intellectual and spiritual candor. The idea of "that they may all be one," is evident in the welcoming atmosphere of this church, and anyone can go to Mass here without feeling uncomfortable or discriminated against for whatever reason. This is one of the few churches I have attended in which the idea of Christ being accessible to all is preached from the pulpit. Episcopalians extend Communion to all, regardless of religious affiliation or age - even the children from the Sunday school classes can go up to the altar rail - and it is really a lovely experience. Coming from a Catholic background Communion was not a new experience for me, but those coming from other religions, particularly branches of Christianity in which Communion is not available to the congregation every Sunday, may find the experience to be an intimate and special one. The congregation has grown a bit since I first started attending services here and while I was never a fixture every Sunday, I was always made to feel welcome and as though I were a part of the community when I did attend. The choir is talented and the music wonderful - make sure to go to the 10:30 a.m. service if you wish to hear it. I highly recommend St. Mary-in-the-Highlands to anyone looking for a church home. I also recommend it to those people who have negative opinions of Christianity in general - St. Mary's will welcome you and will demonstrate that not all Christian churches mete out the fire and brimstone talk. I also encourage those people who have felt let down by Christianity, who have been made to feel that they don't count, or who believe that there is no place for them at God's table to try St. Mary-in-the-Highlands. Fr. Shane and his congregants will welcome you. God isn't dead, folks, and neither are Christian values and reasonable thought. St. Mary-in-the-Highlands has them in spades.

I am an Episcopalian and have been visiting St. Mary in the Highlands church for a few years…read more Every time I go I am welcomed and greeted at the door. Father Shane is a wonderful preacher whose homilies are always made to fit well in that he includes himself, and often tells you something of himself, deeply personal, and memorable. Always touching and Gospel-centered. The congregation is a very dedicated group that makes one feel welcomed and wanted. They are happy to share their beautiful church with anyone who comes in friendship and peace. They are a bit shy to be heard during hymns but I think that changes over time, and perhaps they would rather hear their talented congregational choir sing, as well as their very talented priest. Father Shane chants so beautifulLy, and sings the mass so well I can't wait for their fantastic Easter Vigil which is on Saturday the day before Easter Sunday. The Vigil on Saturday is April 23 at 7:00PM or really just when the sun gets down behind the mountain and has just set in the beautiful highlands in Cold Spring. The Great Fire is lit outside on the lawn and all of the congregation, and all of the celebrants stand around this fire as it is blessed. The large Easter candle is studded with the traditional nails forming the sign of the cross, and then the candle is lighted from the blessed fire, the light now being declared in chant as "The light of Christ" by the celebrant to which the people respond ..."Thanks be to God!" Father Shane has a wonderful voice and you will get to hear him chant the traditional Easter Proclamation, or more precisely, The Exultet, an ancient hymn which is sung before the Easter light and is so moving. It starts... "Rejoice, heavenly powers! Sing, choirs of angels! Exult, all creation around God's throne! Jesus Christ, our King, is risen! Sound the trumpet of salvation!..." There is more, and it is also unusual that Fr. Shane does one other thing, there is an open Baptism held for anyone who had not ever been able to for whatever the reason, be baptized. Call and find out more, but there are no questions asked, just arrange, come, and be baptized. This is an amazing church. Spiritual, Gospel centered, rational, and welcoming of ALL people. If there is any service anyone would want to go toward being their first at an Episcopal church, then this is the one! The most important day in all of the church's calendar, yes, even more so than Christmas! Hope to see a big crowd there! Update: February 8th 2013 My partner and I were just married in St. Mary's church this morning! It was a simple ceremony that seemed so extravagant to me because of Fr. Shane... the best priest you will ever meet! I was so happy, and we were so well treated, and welcomed... We both felt like royalty! When we walked out of the church, it was snowing... the ground lightly covered in what looked like powdered sugar.... the snow flakes floated and swirled all around us. Blessings from the heavens high above us came gently down on us all. That scene could not ever be reproduced, and it beats anything anyone could ever have planned. Join us on Sunday.... All are truly welcome with open arms. We deny no one communion. All you need to be is baptized, and we will gladly take care of that, too, if need be! Gay, straight, black, white, .. all are welcome at God's table. Father will baptize anyone who wishes, no questions asked (well, maybe just the usual ones for your certificate) - we have open baptism, and open communion as well.

My husband and I were invited to the Journey Church of Hudson Valley two years ago for a Fall…read morechurch celebration by our daughter and son in law. From the moment we entered the room we were made to feel welcome. Every person made it their business to greet us warmly. Each time I've visited I've been impressed with the pastors and the congregation. Pastor Peter presents the gospel in a way that reaches out to people rather than closing them off. He teaches the fundamentals of living this Christian life and how to show love "in action". Pastor Maria, who has an infectious smile is right by his side, sometimes dedicating children, pumping up the congregation in preparation for an event and other times teaching a junior church class. Each Sunday we have the opportunity to meet someone new as we greet each other when the children are released to their classes. Pastor Peter's sermons are relevant and topical and each week I walk out feeling I've been gifted a nugget of truth that I can meditate on and share with my "neighbor. They are unapologetically an informal contemporary fellowship of believers and I am so glad they are! Pamela

If you want to understand the Bible and how it applies to your life, develop a close relationship…read morewith God and experience His love, then this is the place for you. The church is a diverse community of people who love God and enjoy serving the community. You will learn about God, His love for you, His will for your life and have fun too!!

I attended Turning Point church for the first time day, from being referred to by friend. I am so…read moreglad I did. I came to listen to some beautiful Christian music a message from the of God and bless and encourage all who were there. I was in for a a pleasant surprise, when I entered the church felt such an anointing, a special presence of the Lord. The congregants, the Pastor, his wife and family were so warm caring and genuine, as Christians should be. The presence became more intensely joyous and jubilant because the Pastor let the spirit of the Lord Jesus dictate and lead the church. It was a breath of fresh air to sing the old and newer gospel hymns and today hear the word of the Lord singles in song. I left not just blessed others as I knew I would, but was overwhelmingly blessed not only emotionally, physically- because I asked for prayer, but mostly spiritually I met the Lord in a special way with a presence I have not felt in a long time. I am going to visit again. I haven't felt such love, such realness in spiritual leaders in a long time. I would highly recommend you to visit Turning Point, if you want to see what real Christians are like and experience the presence-the anointing- in a new and refreshing way. God Bless you all that read this