City of Refuge Worship - Peoria (IL)

J Carey I go to get fed. The Summit Point leadership puts together a nice buffet. Starter/appetizer: Music worship is different than I grew up with, but after a few weeks one knows some songs. Its contemporary. Theyre seemingly passionate. I dont feel like Im learning a new song every week, but sometimes. Main course: Senior pastor Tim Harkness is generally serving up meat and potatoes. Tim is very personable and speaks very relationally. He is knowledgeable, and I feel like he is bringing Gods word, not his own. Ive been to a lot of churches, and primarily go for the teaching. I feel like the gospel of Jesus Christ is presented well. Often I feel like I learned something, not just like I had an emotional experience or an encounter with God. Dessert: They wrap with a song and a concise summary/dismissal statement. 9/10 times I feel well-fed. 10/10 times Im glad I went. Its a pretty big church, and staffed with imperfect people like the rest of us. But I think they do a very good job overall in their mission. The facility is comfortable. Logistics are good for its size. The service is not short or a ticket-puncher type. It isnt the same as your old church, whatever that was, but I recommend giving Summit Point a few weeks trial, if youre looking for a new home. My family and I are glad we did.

IDALIA RAMOS Ive been to riverside for a year and I love it! Its gotten me closer to Jesus and i have met wonderful people that love Jesus. this community is very determined in getting the gospel to everyone and very kind to strangers. They are there to build community not just to be there but build relationships with people. Ive been to many church but none like riverside. I highly recommend

Nash Baker They are super nice and very respectful Jeremiah is super nice and respects you

Percy Payton Love my church and pastor

Anne S My husband was raised in this parish, and we always look forward to visiting it from out of town! I was very pleasantly surprised that confession was being offered prior to the 9 am Sunday Mass! Today they were also having coffee and doughnuts after Mass, and advertising an Advent Potluck happening in the near future. The homily was great, the music pieces were pleasing, and the sense of reverence and prayer was wonderful They are raising money now to build an excellent new church which will surely give Glory to Our Lord! Five stars for St. Jude! - Meredith Shane

Daniel Douglas Great worship

Karen Pilgrim Very open and affirming church.

Michael Erdmier My home church and an amazing place to experience the presence of God. The worship is loud and proud. This is a place that accepts people with open arms and do not judge. It is more modern and less formal. Shows that you dont need to dress in a suit or nice clothes just to go to church. Church is about the body (the people) and celebrating God, because he deserves it all. If youve never been here, I strongly encourage you to go. Plenty of volunteer work available, and everyone is very friendly. You will definitely not regret coming to this church!

Kent Joos Was cold inside so i couldnt stay long

James Sturgeon Beautiful church in the Peoria diocese. Fantastic priests. Wonderful music. The priests at St. Marks do so much for their community.