I have been going here for years and I love it! There is such a friendly atmosphere!…read moreThe church times on Sunday are 9:00, 10:30, and 6 pm. If you do not have a church you go to regularly, I highly recommend checking this place out!

I would give this place zero stars if it were possible. I'm sorry to say that I was a member at MCC…read morein 2016. The pastoral staff were judgmental and racist. Being that I am black, this was a real problem for me. Most of the congregation also responded negatively to people of color in their presence. It is a pitiful shame that blatant racism exists in the church. Black people go through enough racism on a daily basis without having to endure even more in the Lord's House. Seriously Metro, do better.

In this decisive culture we live in it is nice to have a church that let's you come as you are with…read moreno judgement. This is a place for you if you don't do the "church thing". Challenging and uplifting messages, great music from a live band. Come check this place out for yourself.

I give it three stars for holding the best "church fest" in E'ville, scheduled around Memorial Day…read moreeach year. This year, I especially enjoyed "Perry's Basement Garage Band," better known as the Rick Perry Band in STL. In between numbers, you may want to play one of those oddly-vulgar-at-a-sacred-venue games like "chicken shit bingo" (no, I'm not making this up), wagering on the square where the chicken will do its business. If you're not an E'villian, and want to make a night of it, start on the opposite corner at Global Brew, visit the fest, and end the night "Down on Main Street": (see my list at the link: http://www.yelp.com/list/down-on-main-street-edwardsville-2)

Too judgmental and the pastor is never available. I had a life crisis reached out and he never even…read morebother checking in on me. They love when the money is being given but don't care about you at all. I'll pass !

Most welcoming church in the area. There is truly a "COME AS YOU ARE" attitude here! They give away…read moreFREE coffee and the pastor teaches in a way that everyone from every background and age group can relate to and understand! Come check it out!

Great church; not just the building, but the people. Went…read morehere for the first time to hear a Sunday afternoon Christmas Recital. Love the stained-glass windows, the abundance of wood, and the Christmas decorations (2 trees!). Singing group from L&CCC was spot on and really reflected the mood of the season. Even though there was not a large crowd in attendance (it was at 3:00 in the afternoon), everyone was friendly, warm, and welcoming. And, a further bonus - the pastor is an avid "Yelper!"

From the owner: We are a Protestant Christian, mainline, middle-sized congregation. Our members live primarily in…read morethe rapidly growing area of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon, northeast of St. Louis, known for its public schools and quality of life. Our congregation has a reputation for fine worship and music ministries, excellent Christian education, and the devoted service of its members to the community.

Pastor preaches thought provoking sermons with lots of humor. Sunday school classes are…read moreinteresting. Wednesday's Family Nite Out activities include a meal (except during summer months), children's activities and Bible study. Thursday offers a women's Bible study group, quilters and choir. Churches is celebrating its 190th anniversary this year.