Calvary Church looks like a huge church, but it is really a small, warm church. The Pastors and…read morepeople have helped me very much. They have prayed for me and prayed with me. I have met wonderful people who have become my friends. There are a lot of people here so sometimes you have to do your part to get involved. If you are a woman there is a great Bible study on Tuesday mornings. We sit at tables of 8 and you will get to know women right away. The church office will know more about other things your family can participate in. My children are grown so I don't know much about the children's ministries except that the kids like them a lot. This church is based on the teachings of the Bible and worships God in all three forms. (The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) The choir is great and so are the sermons. Come! You are welcome here! Gail Schomburg

This is the most loving Church! It is very large, although you do not get lost! More people will…read morecome and welcome you and make you part of the family then any other Church. You become family when attending Calvary Church! The Church teaches straight out of the Bible, no less, no more! They do not make up rules and they teach you how to have a RELATIONSHIP with the Lord and not just have religion. I didn't really understand about the Holy Spirit. One evening, I will never be able to explain it, I was TRULY touched by the Holy Spirit at Calvary. I swear I have never felt more deeply in my heart everyday before that evening! I feel at home here and our Pastor makes everything in the Bible more understanding. Please come and visit, you will never want to go to a different Church!

FLCC is an amazing, growing body of believers that believe in the true gospel of Christ and the…read moregifts of the Holy Spirit. From the moment I walked in the doors I was welcomed as part of the family and my relationships there have grown and flourished as has my faith in God. All are truly welcome and loved here - I can't recommend this house enough!!

This church has changed my life. The community is genuine and fully sold out for Jesus! It was so…read moreeasy to connect with people and I was given my own space to just enjoy the service and worship. Pastor Joe is an incredibly gifted pastor and speaks with the heart of a father which is so refreshing and personal. This is a great place to call home.

I've been attending CCOB since I was born. This church is a wonderful one to grow up in... the…read moreavailability of children's groups, middle school programs, high school programs, college age and adult programs is fantastic! Plus with the options of both Contemporary and Traditional services, there's truly something for everyone. While the church itself is big, it will quickly seem small with the warmth and friendly atmosphere the community provides. Oh, and don't forget the live-streaming in case you're out of town on weekends, it's so great to never miss a beat. Highly recommend!

Of all the Christian churches I've been to this was certainly one of them. :-) The contemporary…read moremusic was radio worthy - the voices, the harmony, the guitars, piano, drums and violin playing. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. We were invited by some friends to join them for the 5pm service on Saturday. (They like the guy who was preaching). We got to the church before them so we walked around. It is certainly a place where you can get involved if you want. They have programs for all kinds of activities and groups. The church is modern, upbeat, and dare I say 'hip'? If you're looking for a group of people wearing their Sunday best and a gray-haired organist playing 8 verses of Amazing Grace, you're at the wrong church (which was pointed out to us by an old timer who was using the excuse his back hurt to leave so he could hang outside while his wife attended the service.) The minister we came to see did deliver a good sermon. It had enthusiasm, passion, sincerity and humor. It wasn't laced with a lot of bible quotes or hellfire. It was delivered to teach, inspire and encourage. If I was looking for a Christian church, this would certainly be one I'd consider.

Great church! Love volunteering here and the Sunday services are wonderful. Great worship song…read moreselection!

I will be the first to review this terrific church. As someone who has had both positive and…read morenegative church experiences I think it's nice to know what to expect when you try out a new place. First, if you want to hear good truth and down to earth preaching this is the place. Scott Hodge's messages are helpful for your everyday life. He is honest and direct and doesn't avoid difficulr issues. The music is good but a little too modern for my taste, since we are usually late we miss much of the music anyway. We don't have kids but the play area for kids is beautiful. The coffee bar is nice to have available. They have Saturday evening services which we enjoy attending as we are not morning people. My only complaint would be the lack of small groups, I would like to be involved in a small group or bible study year round, they have some groups that last a few months. They also offer their sermons on their website or in cd form. When we are busy or sleep in and miss service we appreciate having multiple ways to hear the message. I highly recommend the Orchard. After several bad experiences, I now look forward to church each week.

Beautiful church! We have been going for over 2 years and call this our home church…read more The TLM (Latin) at 4:30 on Sundays is amazing.

During Communion at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, my daughter approached the priest, bowed…read moreand had one hand on top of the other to receive the Eucharist. Instead of offering guidance, he repeatedly told her to "do it properly," but never explained what he wanted her to change. He then began questioning her religion, asking whether she was Catholic or Christian. After she responded that she is Catholic, he said, "then do it properly" she was unsure what he wanted her to do differently, then he said again, "Are you sure you're Catholic?" Again she replied yes, I am Catholic. Shortly before this interaction, the priest had taken the Eucharist away from a young man who had said he was Christian. The priest began scolding him while the young man respectfully was nodding that he understood. The situation was uncomfortable to witness and felt unnecessarily harsh. It seemed like a missed opportunity for a compassionate conversation about the Catholic faith, especially since the young man was attending Mass and clearly showing interest. Although my daughter ultimately received Communion, the interaction was prolonged and uncomfortable. She was not given clear instruction only public questioning about her faith. My daughter approached respectfully and reverently. Being questioned in that way, in front of others, left her embarrassed and shaken. She was crying when we got home, which was especially heartbreaking because she was the one who had asked to go to Mass that day. Reverence for the Eucharist is important. However pastoral guidance should reflect clarity, dignity, and compassion. Interactions like this can leave a lasting impression on young people who are trying to grow in their faith. I hope this feedback encourages more compassionate and thoughtful handling of similar situations in the future.

I have been attending this church for a little over a year (after attending a more traditional…read morechurch for 20 years) and feel the need to respond to the two negative reviews here. The protesters that the one gentleman referenced are a small pro-life group that has been making the rounds around the schools (they are at Downers Grove North a lot) and some other churches. I don't know why they came to CCCH as we actively support a pro-life center. Yes, there is a security team at this church as a precaution, especially to protect our pastors and their families. (Ours has been threatened twice in the past by unstable individuals.) Our members, greeters, and security staff do try to be kind and welcoming; hence the greetings. We also get excited and happy to be there so that may overflow into how we interact with visitors. The church is non-denominations and not a "one of a kind sect." Our pastors network and work with other non-denominal churches in the area. The church teaches biblical Christianity. I have no idea where the diversity criticisms are coming from. As someone pursuing my second graduate level degree, I can assure all that educated individuals are welcome here. As a woman, I can tell you that I have in no way ever been treated as less than. All are welcome here. I have no idea what the issue is with the First Steps class. It just a basic group class for new attendees to learn what the church is about and if they might want to join. Pastor Matthew has been nothing but welcoming and kind whenever I have been around him (I attend a small group he leads and have worked on projects with him.) He does a great job of modeling the Christian life. I have never felt pressured for money. I understand that CCCH is not a good church fit for everyone, but I love this place and feel like my husband, children, and I are loved and discipled here. I have found my new church family. I am sorry these two gentlemen were unhappy with CCCH, but their reviews in no way express any experience I have had there ever.

I visited this church last weekend and left with so many questions about what they're really up to,…read moreit's unsettling. The moment I entered the compound from the parking lot, I was welcomed by a gentleman wearing an earpiece and directed into the auditorium-style "worship space." Inside, more aggressively cheerful greetings by various folks, including more earpiece-wearers (one of whom carried a visible gun on his waistband and never strayed too far from the side of the pastor who led the day with a Jim Jones-level of dynamic magnetism). When I asked about what kind of church I'd stepped into, the answer was consistently "Christian." This sect is a one of a kind - not affiliated with a larger group like Baptists or Catholics (whose formal worship style and centuries of tradition "pastor Matthew" took a few swipes at during his video-and-light-show-supported talk). The 70 minute "experience we shared together" was extremely well produced and market researched. Showy sets and lights, a soft-rock band playing inoffensive clap-along-and-raise-your-hands songs, and constant stimulation by TV screens showing social-media-ready clips of cheerful, diverse people robotically encouraging you to "get connected" (including via a class that's ominously called "First Steps with Matthew" ... have you learned nothing from the sex scandals of the Catholic Church he mocks)? The diversity is limited to the treacle-filled videos, though. Aside from the single African American woman they put front and center on "the platform" as part of the "praise team," the assembled flock of about three hundred was the white bread, middle-aged type you'd expect at a suburban chamber of commerce meeting. Apparently women have recently been given permission to do some heavily scripted speaking roles in the service, but gays, Democrats, or college educated folks aren't really welcomed here unless they answer pastor Matthew's final end-of-service call to turn away from their sinful lives to join him. Cutting through the (really impressively produced) spectacle, the message of the day was a pretty kindergarden level of Christianity. You sin, but God loves you anyway. A lot. And so does pastor Matthew. Get connected with him and his people. And give money. A lot. That smoke machine isn't cheap, you know.

Ignored by everyone but 1 lovely parishioner. I was reaching out for help as I had been homeless…read moreand I was interested in helping with their Thanksgiving. I am and abused female who needed spiritual help and a friendship with Jesus as I have helped everyone in my life but I needed help 1 time and my 4 older sisters who are supposed Chritians all have grown kids that I babysat for years. My greedy gossip sisters left me homeless living in my car after my ex husband had beat me to a concussion and a fractured shoulder. He tried to kill me. Thank you to this church who again reaffirmed that so called Christians dont live what they preach. Thanks for ignoring someone in need of emotional support. Ex believer.

Great church! Good local church with great location in the good village of Downers grove. Don't…read morepass this one up

The most loving church I have ever been to. Very humble and loving…read more If you are new in the area or looking for nice humble and loving church , you have found one.

My family and I have been going here for years and it is wonderful. My wife and I feel at home, and…read moremore importantly, so do my kids. You can enjoy the close, family experience that Christ supplies through this church!