Kirkwood Church - Bradenton (FL)

Homegrown Heroes The Dream Center has been one of our biggest blessings our son has been in the after school program since kindergarten and now in the 5th grade. I always knew he was safe and cared for until I could get off work to pick him up and that is one of the best feelings when your child is in public school they pick him up and feed him, its truly the best place.

Tim Cole High on Jesus meeting every Wednesday night 6-8

Jennifer Kirby Searched for a few years to find a church I could belong to. Finding some I enjoyed but it just didn’t feel like home. I reached out to my old youth pastor and basically begged him to move from Nashville, TN to Bradenton so my kids could grow in faith the way I did through his sermons. He suggested Pastor Sam at West B. I watched online first and really enjoyed the sermons. I finally got the courage to go in person and from day 1 I felt at home. They called me by my first name, took me to coffee to get to know me, invited me to Bunco, podcast and provide so many fun activities for my babies. My tween enjoys going to church. My toddler gets excited when he hears we are going. They have supported and encouraged my foster journey. Even though we don’t have any family within a 5 hour radius, we have built a family with the church. I can’t say enough awesome things about this church community.

Larry Underwood #cultivatingheartsfromdowntown is the mission here at FPC. So many good things happening here!

Jacob H My family and I have been here for six years now it is a great church that has a heart for the arts and to make Jesus known! If you are looking for a family church that loves to worship and dig into God‘s word? Then stop on by we’d love to meet you!

Chemion Wolf My family and I were in town for vacation and attended the Sunday morning service! We felt so welcomed and the preaching and preacher was amazing! I definitely recommend this church. So blessed that God led us here.

Orietta Nadal Since the first day my husband Tafael and me went we felt at home. All brothers and sister gave us a lot of love. Pastor David was used by the Lord with Bible study that helped us to grow spiritual. Pastor Fernando has the gift to preach and the Holy Spirit uses him for his Glory. Mateo Nochez helps a lot with technology and all brothers and sister work as a team . If you are thinking in a Church to congregate this is the best choice.

June The comments below were from my first two visits. I went to the 11:00 service on my 3rd Visio and wow what a great welcome I received ! The Lord lead me there a third time and he knew where he wanted me to be. I have also been to the first service again and found it welcoming. I am also enjoying the Friday morning bible study and am looking forward to getting more involved. My first post I have come to your church twice now and not found it very welcoming. I as a visitor to your church was not spoken to on my first visit but the sermon was spot on. So I decided to come a second time hoping to find the congregation more welcoming. I went up to have coffee thinking someone would realize I was new and greet me. I did get a rushed good morning from the gentleman who was in a rush to grab a cup of coffee. But again not welcomed to your church. I filled out a card found on the back of the chair in front of me after the service. I had no idea what to do with it and finally asked someone. The gentleman showed me a box box on the wall to put it in and started to back away and I gave him a funny look. He then told me to have a good Sunday. Is this the right impression for fellowship? Although the sermon by pastor Brian was exactly what I have been searching for in a church. And the entire service was wonderful and inspirational. So I am torn, where is the right house of worship for me???? Still praying for the lord to bring me to the right house of worship.

Kristal Murphy This church started in the cafeteria of my girls elementary school about ten years ago. It has truly grown into an outstanding church, welcoming all of the community. Since the very first day that Ive attended, they make you feel welcomed like family and you feel at home. I love the atmosphere - all are welcomed as you are. I appreciate the honesty of Pastor Steve as he is very open about his own personal issues and his character; his honesty has helped me strive to be a better person each and every day with the love of Jesus Christ. You wont be disappointed at this place of love and worship, thats for sure! Ive never felt a sense of peace in my life as I do now.

N R DeLoach A no frills down to earth church with a loving and friendly congregation. I love singing the old hymns that have stood the test of time over centuries. The pastor delivered a message that speaks to your soul. If you are looking for a loving church family youll find it here.