Grace Lutheran Church - Richmond (CA)

Patricia Russell Food for your spirit & soul. A serious worship.

Matt Jurgensen Living Hope Neighborhood Church is one of the best churches I have ever been to and its a great place to meet great people. Pastor Dave gives a great sermon on Saturday mornings and there is free breakfast afterward which is cheesy scrambled eggs potatoes, and pancakes. Ive been coming here for almost 3 years and I highly recommend it.

Strings Attached My wife and I love this church. We started attending the Saturday vigil mass here since March 2021. Not once a cell rang during the mass. It is so solemn, no one talks during mass too. We sit in the back so we see everyone and it’s amazing how the parishioners don’t chit chat during the mass.

Zita Ibrahim I am not a registered parishioner at Saint Callistus, but I have been attending church services there for over a decade. The church is located few miles from my place of work. As a night shift Critical Care nurse, there’s nothing most comforting for me after a stressful shift but to be in a church. Daily morning Mass ( Monday -Saturday ) is at 9:00am; and before that, there are devotional prayers: the Holy Rosary, Our Mother of Perpetual Help, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Sunday Mass which I attend is at 10:00am; the Holy Rosary is recited at 9:30am. I sincerely appreciate that Saint Callistus Church devotes the first Saturday of the month as a Healing Mass; anyone needs not just physical healing but also emotional, spiritual and psychological healing, most especially during this time of ongoing pandemic, the war in Eastern Europe, and all disturbing events worldwide. The church is warm and welcoming, with a group of dedicated parishioners who are actively involved in various church ministries. On the church ground is a beautiful grotto of Our Blessed Virgin Mary, adorned with flowers; there are benches as one would find it inspiring to sit down and meditate. Saint Francis of Assisi has been a new addition outdoor to pray and meditate. With the sounds of birds chirping and the cool breeze from the surrounding trees, I am easily reenergized as I visit this place. There are several events at this church which I am most thankful to have participated in, such as the parish missions; the outdoor Stations of the Cross on Good Friday; devotions to Our Lady of Fatima; a weekend Advent Retreat; and Bible Study. I feel profoundly blessed and grateful that Saint Callistus Church has been a part of my ongoing spiritual growth, and now that I am finally retired after four and a half decades as a Registered Nurse, I am able to devote my time for spiritual enhancement ( one of my retirement goal). Thank you and God bless.

Mariela Alcerro I love it, instead I recommend that berries speak healthy doctrine

Isaac Pierre Incredibly welcoming congregation with lively music. Both Spanish and English masses are available on Sunday. The deacon, Aaron, had a great homily when we were there.

Earsie Milller Every third Saturday the Church giveaway food and clothing for the needy and homeless. If in need please stop by.

Tammy Reyes My first Sunday checking out Bay Hills, I was beyond nervous. I knew almost no one. I hadnt been to church in decades and I wasnt where I wanted to be with God. I wasnt even completely ready to socialize, but I took a leap of faith and showed up to check this place out. The second I walked up to the doors, I was greeted by two sincere people and with many other smiles. The music had already started and it was positive, encouraging and moving. I felt God in the worship. The message began and it made me laugh, cry (yes in the first day...lol) and think. Pastor Daves sermon was completely based on scripture. He used comprehensive examples, hilarious stories, and I didnt catch myself zoning out or checking the time...which...to be completely honest, Im prone to in uncomfortable situations. Afterwards, I helped myself to coffee and doughnuts and bumped into a few people i knew! They were excited and surprised to see me there and we caught up. They introduced me to someone else who showed my the childrens ministry (epic!) And the nursery was a DREAM for me as a new mom. Time was flying, and before I knew it, I had to head out. I came back the next week...and havent stopped going since. The messages at Bay Hills have helped me become the closest to God Ive ever been, and the friendships ive made over the past year and a half are such an important aspect of my life. As an active member, I am now happily involved with the church including the childrens ministry and small groups. Learning about the churches structure and community over the years has only made me feel more and more blessed to have found such a Jesus-focused, diverse, sincere, honest, and fun place to call home.

DIANA ALEXANDER LOVE IT. LOVE IT... THIS IS MY 1ST HOME .. WE LIVE TO SERVE.. IF EVERY SOUL SAVE A SOUL, THEN EVERY SOUL SHALL BE SAVE.. WE ARE HISTORY..100 YEARS IN STANDING STRONG..

Barbaradee Foote Very welcoming, lively music, and a positive minded, caring priest with an Easter message I could use. The inside is far from sterile or stark. The pews are set up at an angle, allowing better views, special alcove for prayer with privacy, pretty stained glass. It feels peaceful and people stay after to chat and check in. There was a special event set up outside for the children, too. I will return for mass and really appreciate 24° adornment access.