When you're looking to find a comfortable place to learn, grow, Question try here…read more Personal back story: I've tried Many churches, religious organizations, I've tried place after place but there would always be a point when something would be said, or done, or hinted at, that didn't quite settle. There was expectations, judgement or uncomfortable moments. When I first came here I was on edge, I was ready to not like something. To last no longer then a couple months as per normal. It's been over 2 years now. Our kids wouldn't let us miss a Sunday even if we wanted too. This church is open, accepting, non judgemental, wear what you want, be who you want. Just Be Good, Live Good. Easy. Want to hear more before you come, check out their podcast. I think there's some videos online too. Or ask me, I'll tell you what I can or connect you. Seriously though, it's a no pressure, no judge, live good kind of place that I'm (for once happy to admit I go to)

You want five stars First Assembly? it needs to be earned. Your song services need work and is too…read morecontemporary and not that edifying. It's too bad popular hymns and courses have been banished at this church.

They are too modern and they spread the word of God in the wrong way. They hide the mission trips…read morethey go on which is irresponsible.

Non-speaking pastors Bobby and Adam sat in the sound booth whispering together throughout the guest…read morespeaker's lecture (ironically about the state of the church in Canada). When they weren't filling the airwaves, his inappropriately dressed performer wife (clubbing outfit with OTK boots and thigh-high dress) was doing the same with another guy. Very distracting. Bizarre lack of propriety or reverence. Another woman counts the heads in attendance but never cracks a smile or shares a friendly word. Sure doesn't feel like a nice warm, welcoming community to I'd like to join.

Westside Kings is an incredible Spirit filled church. I felt the warm welcome walking in through…read morethe door the first time and it continues throughout the services. There's a contemporary worship section in the beginning that end with a coffee break. A coffee break with lattes! How awesome is that? Then it continues with the sermon from the witty pastors, who makes Bible relevant for today while explaining what happened back in the day. They tie everything to the church and the community and you can really feel that they care.

Amazing worship. Great fellowship. Teaching is Biblical, encouraging and inspires me to grow…read morefurther in my faith. Hands down the best church I have ever attended.

I've been to Knox United a few times for entirely non church related concerts and the Pecha Kucha…read morespeaker series. I can't and won't speak towards the religious side of this building, but as a seated event venue it's so very cool! It's one of the few impressive sandstone architecture churches in this relatively new city. Large arched ceilings and large arched stained glass windows give any event a classy and powerful cathedral feel. Acoustic music reverberates cleanly through this very live sounding venue and adds it's own unique characteristics to the listening experience. It seats around 600 people in orchestra style pew seating with a second story balcony at the back and second level side seating close to the stage. There's a large and spacious space basement level which makes for a great mingling space during intermissions.

DISCLAIMER: While my Skeptic little self has never experience Knox United Church (or any other…read morechurch, truth be told) as a religious organization, I really appreciate its role in Calgary's music community. It would seem that all of the best shows occur at Knox. It is where I have had the chance to see some of my favourite (has anyone else noticed that Yelp totally spellchecks the Canadian spelling of FAVOURITE? Probably just jealous that we spell it proper) artists perform, such as Owen Pallet, Timber Timbre, Daniel Johnston, Dan Mangan, and the list goes on. I've seen Owen Pallet a few times here, and the acoustics of the church always contain his violin music more beautifully than I have ever witnessed seeing his act at outdoor festivals or larger venues. Daniel Johnston was also completely haunting, which I believe the space contributed to a lot. The church itself aesthetically is absolutely gorgeous, and rich in history, from what I understand. The sound is something I just can't get over. Incredible. There is something about this venue that makes me all warm inside. I actually sometimes attend shows based on whether or not it is at Knox.

Beautiful church, impressive interior and exterior grounds are awesome. Loved the Sunday mass…read morehomily. Welcomed all the visitors.

I'm never going to say anything bad about a church, obvi…read more But a tip for those of you who like to sleep in: if you go to the 12pm mass on Sundays, they usually have all the Christenings during that service so it ends up running about an hour and a half. The 10am mass is usually shorter.

Mustard seed women shelter is a very great place to stay…read more They serve nutritious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Most of the staff are friendly, very helpful and sympathetic. I am always looking forward to staff Toyosi's shift, she has excellent conflicts management skills she always made sure everyone is ok . Before I came to mustard seed women shelter, I was hopeless, depressed and fearful of the future. When I started attending the evening fellowship at mustard seed, and listening to encouraging words of faith, prayers and testimonies from the staff , my faith became stronger, faith and laughter became my friend. I have left the shelter to my own place, I was able to access financial and housing resources through the mustard seed women shelter. I am now a better person. Thank you so much!

This is a charity close to my heart, and I have been volunteering with them for 12 years now. I had…read morea wonderful teacher in high school that got me involved with current events, human rights and all these along that line. I came here at this time to help volunteer and it was life changing and I kept up with it. Due to life, I'm not there as often as I used to be, which was once a week in their step-up program to make supper and hang out with the guys. It was both an emotional and rewarding experience. A couple years ago I asked my husband, if he would like to tag along and we decided to serve breakfast Xmas morning. He loved in and understood my passion for the organization and cause itself. I am happy to say that we still do volunteer work every Christmas and this year my entire family is going to serve breakfast on Christmas morning. The organization itself I believe in, as well I know the gentleman who originally started it. They take care of the homeless, ensure they are living healthy, drug free lifestyles and get them back on their feet so that they can return to a normal life. If you ever have some free time, please give back to the community and volunteer your time. A smile can truly make the difference in their lives.