St. Joseph Catholic Church - Fremont (CA)

Amos Yang This review has to do with my extensive interaction with this church related to the property in Milpitas they are selling. I would first state that as far as I can tell, this church and its leaders seem to be decently nice people in all normal aspects that I am aware of (other than the below). However, in their endeavors to sell their former church property in Milpitas, several surprises arose, including: 1. The church is trying to sell that property for nearly $8M, but it was appraised for only barely $4M. The church tries to justify the discrepancy by pointing out a preschool meets on site, but simple market research shows the preschool is not worth anything remotely close to the additional $4M (or even half of that). 2. Their building expansion performed several years ago was not done with the necessary permits. Per Milpitas regulations, this means that any future owner who wants to make any legal revisions to the building (such as bringing the restrooms into ADA compliance, a legal necessity) will have to bring the entire property into compliance. This will be a very costly project. 3. As mentioned above, the restrooms are not ADA compliant. 4. No renovations involving permits have been performed on the building for nearly 20 years. You can imagine what that means in terms of the renovation needs of the building and its various systems (even apart from the above). We were unpleasantly surprised by all the above and more and were disappointed that the church did not inform us of the above, apparently hoping none of the above would be uncovered and that we would unwittingly carry through and purchase an overpriced lemon. Again, I have no doubt that these people may be good and nice people overall, but in terms of this real estate transaction that nearly went through, the above was my unpalatable experience.

Caleb Turner Pastor Ortiz is a man of God who loves the Lord, loves his family, loves his church and loves his country. He has made an impact on my familys lives and I definitely recommend this church to anyone looking for a church in the Fremont area. You will be blessed, encouraged and motivated to increase your walk with God and increase your desire to serve Him!

Elizabeth Wetmore I go to North San Jose campus but come 6/17 /2025 when I return work. I was curious where Fremont location was so I may attend one of their services.

Hong Lin This the the best church I have attended in the US. It teaches you how to love others and build up each other. It does not give you any pressure. Come as you are, you will be loved.

Judy PBC has been my home church since 2007 to 2016. From around 80 attending in one service to over 300 in two services. Now numbers dont always mean its the best place in town to worship. Its a growing church- with rows that fill with believers who are growing, seekers that are finding comfort, visitors who are being welcomed. Its not the perfect church but it wont ever be until Jesus returns. It has its growing church problems. You might not get noticed in the large crowds and it may be hard to plug in for you but if you make some smart steps like stopping by their nametag booth or Newcomers Lounge after a service, you will be taken care of. Its a growing church in the Silicon Valley. I would invite you to check out a church that has it struggle (like most churches in the bau) to turn a fast paced culture of consumerism around and build a community that wants to make the name of Jesus bigger than the companies that surround it.

hoodrich josh I like this church alot :)

Silvia Gonzalez I was blessed Celebrating the last day of 2021 and begining of 2022 with family

Pravin Massey Always my very best personal church to go to. Pastor Greg and family are always there for you. God bless them and our church.

Janet G A great church full of love thank you Jesus!