Best 21 Churches in WA Near Seattle

Josiah Carver This church is the real deal. As I’ve gotten to know people at the church, the church has the goal to love the city of Seattle. Also, the presence of God is there. I’ve so enjoyed being a part of this community so far, and planning for many more years to come!

Sarah Crismar As soon as I entered Banner, it felt like a loving family. Ive never had a family like this before. I love how we go after the lost and not looking to have a comfortable Christian life but actually following Jesus and making disciples. Its amazing how God provided the building debt-free. I saw the Bible come alive when it says you will go through the fire and it shall not burn you, when they set our church on fire. God is faithful, I am so grateful for a piece of Heaven in the heart of Seattle. ❤️

Haley Osborn I love this church!! I’ve never felt so at home with a church before — everyone is so welcoming, loving, encouraging, and deeply for one another. This church walks in humility and has a hunger to see revival in Seattle while caring for this city with intentionality. From Sunday services to prayer rooms during the week, Banner has a heart for Jesus and emphasizes both the Spirit and Truth in their pursuit of Him. Honored to call this church home!!

Madison R When you walk into this place you automatically feel like you are home! The level of intentionality that the community has is like no other that I have seen. Anytime there is a gathering you can feel the presence of the Lord in it. This community is amazing!

Jeremy Petty The people in this ministry are amazing! You feel loved walking into the door! God is doing something incredible here! You can feel it, and see it! Check out one of their gatherings. You may feel the same way I do.

B I I LOVE this church! I can honestly say that I have never experienced a community so welcoming. The worship is powerful and the teaching is transformative. I have grown so much in my walk with Jesus and always feel loved at The Journey. This ministry is deeply committed to seeing lives and the city of Seattle transformed by the gospel!

Corey Perry We have called this community home for the last couple of years. We found this church shortly after moving to the northwest. The community we found here has been welcoming and supportive. We have made some of our closest friends here. The church has people from every different kind of background. Recently there has been lots of events and opportunities to hang with each other outside of Sunday service. If you looking for a community, a place where you can belong, then stop by one Sunday.

Christina Cho I got connected to SEA Church in late 2019. Even though I didn’t know people too well, they’ve always made an effort to stay connected even during the pandemic. The teachings are solid and the community is authentic. I am grateful for SEA Church :)

Catherine Gohar This is an awesome church that helped revive my faith in God. A super tight knit community always welcome to new people :) Pastor Aaron and Rachel always have their doors open and I can’t wait to see how this church will grow.

Jim Stack A great church, with a very welcoming membership. Pastor Fred is funny, enthusiastic, and kind. They play lots of energetic music and have a fantastic childrens ministry program for the kids. They also have a huge feast in the basement of the church *every week* after the 11am service.

Dan Williams Ive been attending Seattle Community Church since 2006, and its my home! My family and I have formed many friendships there that go well beyond church. Our kids like Sunday School, and the Youth Ministry (GANG) is a blast for my older daughter. Ive taught kindergarten age Sunday School (humbling!), did the Welcoming Ministry for a while, but most recently Ive been kickin it with the Praise Band and I think Ill keep doing that! We have participated in several small groups on topics such as marriage, children, and personal transformation. Our family has also done the downtown Feeding Ministry a few times. If you visit SCC, please stay for lunch! Its frequently quite good and this is a great way to catch up with friends.

Megan Maxwell I love this church. We had been searching for a church in Seattle for nearly 3 years and decided to visit SCC just to check it out, not anticipating wed find a place to stay. I cannot say enough about their childrens ministry-- my kids used to be resistant about going to church and now cheer to get to go. My husband and I have different faith backgrounds and both of us feel welcome and accepted here. Pastor Fred has created a place that is accepting, it is solid yet open to new viewpoints-- its really an amazing place. Come for the service, stay for fellowship over breakfast or lunch!

Jennifer Johnston This church has really helped me grow in my faith. Gods word flows out of the doors and on to the streets of Seattle. The mustard seeds are planted. We are all a big family just like God has made us to be. I love Hope is Alive church.

David Maulden Small Church doing great things with their outreach providing food for the homeless and community. The pastor is passionate about bringing people to Christ. Everyone is very welcoming and the music is upbeat.

Aiyekikpava V Igunbor If you are looking for a Holy Spirit filled church in Pioneer Square, then you’ve found the right place! I love Hope Is Alive church. I feel the presence of God tangibly in each service. The people are welcoming and you can truly just come as you are.

morgan lee I love this church and the community is amazing! Such Godly, loving, friendly, and cool people. Pastor Filmore and his wife Caitlin are such uplifting individuals. Every week I feel the love of Jesus and how He is working through this church. Come for a visit and feel the love as well! The volunteer community are so welcoming and there are lots of ways to meet new people and to stay connected in this church

Cameron Almaraz If you are looking for a kind, uplifting, and supportive community in Seattle, this is the place to be! Onechurch is the most wonderful place to be on a Sunday and its a great place to build everlasting friendships with people that point you to Jesus. Onechurch is a family: we fellowship together, worship together, and pray together. Being a part of this church has changed a lot of things for me; it changed my perspective of the city of Seattle, its changed my prayer life, and its changed how I serve the church and serve God. Pastors Fil & Cait are a blessing in my life and to the city of Seattle. Serving on team with people that are hungry to know the Lord has been such a beautiful experience and I cant wait to see how God continues to move in our church. I am beyond grateful to be a part of this church fam!

Joyya Seamster When I first came to visit OneChurch back in April 2024, I could only describe the atmosphere as sweet and refreshing. Everyone was so kind and welcoming but more importantly the message was Bible based and taught with practical life application vs emotionally driven. Everything has only gotten better since our first visit. Who would have thought we’d find this right in the heart of downtown Seattle?!?! The community is vibrant and more young families are joining. Over the summer was so much fun with the weekly gatherings at Greenlake Park. Can’t wait to experience their planned fall activities as a community like their Wednesday dinner parties. You should def come check it out!

Kaylee McDonald I have been attended Roots Community Church for two months as I stay in Seattle during my college break. This church is full of loving people who seek to serve Christ through word and deed. They have plenty of opportunities to get involved in worship, ministry, and bible study groups. I highly recommend this church, wonderful people and staff.

JJ and Krista Breilh Beyond grateful for this church and their willingness to stay rooted in Seattle and serve this city. The pastoral care and willingness to shepherd their community through the highs and lows of life is absolutely amazing. They have a deep and evident love of Jesus and His teachings and is a place where you can be spiritual fed and emotionally cared for as well. One thing we also love about this community is how the name EVERY Nation really is represented by the congregation - we love the diversity and beauty that is represented in the room and in the community! Its a blessing to know this amazing church and be a part of their ministry!

The Curator My family and I have been a part of Every Nation Church Seattle for over 13 years. Family Over the years it is obvious that ENCS puts people over place, making anywhere we have met feel homey and welcoming. This family feel extends towards helping each other with practical things. Finances For such a small church it is astounding how invested ENCS is in the community and abroad. The yearly financial report and vision casting/review is a great opportunity to see what ENCS as a whole has been doing. Fun Theres so much fun involved! From anime clubs, to game nights, to zumba dance parties, to grabbing boba next door, theres always a way to connect with others.

Amy Eaton Its a great church, in the Seattle university district, for anyone who wants to grow in their relationship with God. They have a heart for getting people involved in community.

Maryna Usenko Grateful to call this my home church for the last 7 years. This is a church that doesnt shy away from difficult questions in life by looking and pointing to the Gospel according to the Bible. Theres an overwhelming amount of information out there about finding meaning and purpose in life. The Hallows Church offers a perspective that brings peace, joy, redemption, and hope for the future, all found in the Christian God.

Jessie Heaviland The Hallows Church is a gift to our family! We love the faithful teaching of the Gospel, the genuine, vulnerable fellowship and the church’s desire to make Jesus’ name great in our community.

Jenny Kuester My family has been a part of the Hallows church community for the past 7 years. We love and adore our church family here because they preach the gospel, stay true to scripture, and are compassionate people on a mission to love and serve others. It’s all about Jesus and that shows. An imperfect body loving and serving our perfect savior who enable us to grow and change and be more like Him to be a light to a city and world who is in need of true hope.

Alexander Rojas TL;DR: Sideris Church is a welcoming, Bible-centered community where newcomers feel genuinely connected and empowered to grow in their faith. From the moment I stepped into Sideris Church, I felt seen and welcomed. A member noticed I was new and took the time to introduce me to others who shared similar backgrounds, making the start of my journey there feel natural and genuine. People here remember your name and make it a point to reach out, creating a sense of belonging that isnt just surface-level. As a newcomer, I appreciated how the church offers a range of ways to connect--whether that means joining a group, volunteering, or simply enjoying meaningful conversations / lunch after the service. At Sideris, the sermons stay true to the Word of God, delivering messages grounded in biblical teaching. Theres a deliberate focus on not just understanding scripture but on actively living it out, making it easy to translate faith into everyday life. Its refreshing to be in a place where the Bible isnt just preached but practiced, with an emphasis on how we can apply Gods teachings in our own lives. Another highlight of Sideris is its diversity. The congregation includes people from all backgrounds, professions, and interests, making it a truly dynamic community. Theres always an opportunity to get involved, but its up to you to take that first step and say "yes." Even something as simple as a four-minute conversation with a stranger has been key in helping me build friendships and find my place in Seattle. Sideris has crafted a space where community is both accessible and intentional, turning Sunday mornings into a genuine time of connection.

Grace Itaya van Herk Since moving back to Seattle we were looking for a church that would feel like home. Since our first Sunday at this church, we’ve felt the love of God and others in a very real way. Each person I’ve met at Sideris is living out their faith in a humble and honest way and I love that about them. I really feel like the heart of this church and the community that gathers here is how church was meant to be.

Lillian Anderson I love this church! It has such strong community, I felt welcomed and made friends the first week I walked in! The preaching is biblically focused too. This is a great place for believers and people curious about Christianity alike.

Google User Wonderful people and a welcoming environment on Sundays. Pastor Josh has a terrific way of teaching and the verse by verse teachings are well explained and rooted in scripture.

Rebekah Truman Our family has been attending Grace since Nov. 2020. Our time there has been such a gift in so many ways. Solid Bible based teaching, an engaging elementary Sunday school program and a midweek youth group where our teens play hard, strengthen their relationships with Jesus and have grown some wonderful friendships. Grace also has a bi-weekly women’s meetup called ‘The Well’ and bi-weekly men’s meetup called ‘The Forge’. Both are intentional times of fun, community and journeying in our walks with Christ shoulder to shoulder. God has created us to be in community and our family is so thankful to call Grace our church home :)

Angela Fennell Solid biblical church. Wonderful, authentic, members. Heartfelt preaching.Excellent men’s and women’s ministries.

k taylor Beautiful church with a warm and welcoming congregation

Audi Ritz Super warm and friendly church, you feel welcomed right from the start. Excellent teaching pastor who delivers Gods word in an easy to understand manner and with application for todays living.

Robin S I love the word. Would give higher if they get permanent Pastor.

David Long Jr I have attended Seattle Christian Church ( formerly Life Change Church/Trinity Life Center) for several years now. The love and the growth I experience here is amazing! As we have combined, and continue to grow. The church itself is becoming more and more inviting. There are Great people, who come as they are. And there is None of the “religion/religious “ feelings of being looked at or judged. I recommend Seattle Christian Church to any and everyone looking for a place to grow your relationship with your faith and God. The motto is “Doing life together “

ThyNguyen I am a member here. This place is my home away from home. This is the true definition of a church, the Pastors are so amazing, and everyone is a big family here. Ive been attending here for close to 8 years now. This is a place where you get equipped to walk in your calling that God has on your life, and youll definitely have an encounter with God here, youll grow in your relationship with God and have a community of God fearing soldiers behind you here. If youre looking for a home church and a community and a place to worship, I believe youll love it here.

Iner Brown What can I say..... Lives change here, there is power here, true anointing. Just give it 90 days and your life will truly change. When you connect and get planted, you find your family here! Theres celebrate recovery and many other great events that are hosted. We are better together

Sam Hayashi ❤️

Walter Lowe A powerful and diverse congregation with the only English language services in the Seattle area based on the teachings of Rev Sun Myung Moon.

Nelson M Welcomes any racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Serves free lunch on Sundays after church service.

Katie Hutchcroft This has been our home church since 2014. If you are looking for a church to grow in community and personally, this is the place. Compassion, kind, fun and joyful!

Kathryn Bohot 10+ years in Seattle. Found this church early 2012 and it’s been my church home ever since. Loving, kind people. A great place to call your church home.

Jordan This is our favorite church in Seattle - we love Pastor Craig, we love the community, and we feel like this church is our second family.

Christian Huerta If you own the lot and are able to kick people out, then you can ensure the snow is plowed for the safety of everyone.

Maureen Wairimu It was my first time to this church. The summons read:- You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. Amen. Thanks for reminding us, we need it!

Barb C This church is the real deal! Beautiful people. Fantastic music. They do more for the community than many churches that are triple their size. Google the church and check out the website. They feed the hungry, educate the community, and have a number of ministries. It’s truly a spirit filled church with sound teaching.

Burr Anderson I was married here on March 29th 1980 to my dear wife Ruth of 40 years. She passed in 2020. I just learned that Laura C. Fraser who presided over our union has passed too. The church and grounds are very special to me as I grew up in Madison Park.

Lorna West So, how is it the church is here to help the community, yet they dont?? How do you call Gods house, explain how you lost your job yet they actually stated, "no"... no other options just "no".... Im done!

Anna Porokh-Dembitska Its a really beautiful place!

Christine Bingham I have been a member and volunteer at St Peters since moving back to Seattle after many years abroad. With so much changing so fast in our city, it can be hard to feel known and seen; this communitys warmth and quick embrace helped make my transition back home feel seamless. My husband and I chose this parish for its location, diversity and rich history, and we have been coming back because of the kindness and genuineness of its people. So if youre looking for a spiritual home with gentle liturgy, real social engagement, good food (!) and stimulating conversation, pass by next Sunday.

Caroline Phan I have been attending St Peters for just under a year, and I love it! The congregation is diverse in many ways -- I feel this makes the parish stronger because there are people of all ages, races, etc., but there is an air of mutual respect for all, including my two little dogs that I take with me every Sunday. I have no human children, so my pups really are my children and provide a great deal of comfort to me, and I appreciate that everyone makes us feel welcome at all times. The parish is very open and welcoming -- a friend attended with me last Sunday, and she remarked that it was the most welcome she had ever felt at a religious service, and that truly warmed my heart to know that I am part of such a community! Parishioners wear name tags, which helps us learn each others names (which is not so easy when you only see each other once a week or less!). Coffee hour after service is really more like lunch -- plenty of food for a full meal, but even better, the opportunity for fellowship and getting to know others beyond just a handshake at the peace is awesome. There are also joint services with another small parish just a mile away, St Clements, and I love these joint services because I now feel like I have two church homes and feel welcome at and have friends at both places. One of my favorite joint services was Mass on the Grass this past summer -- we held mass outside at the park at one of the picnic shelters (shade in the case of sun, protection in the case of rain), and then we had a joint parish picnic afterwards. It was so fun, and it was terrific to socialize with parishioners from both churches outside in the sun! One of our parish goals this year is to deepen our relationship with our neighborhood, which I feel we do through the Diocese of Olympia Refugee Resettlement Office, which uses our church basement during the week, and through urban ministry options. St Peters began as the Episcopal Japanese Mission, so I have also learned more about Japanese history and culture. I highly recommend coming for a visit! :)

Kevin Hollinz When I moved to Seattle two years, I started looking for a new church. I thought I would try out a few, but St. Peters was the first place I visited and I didnt feel the need to go elsewhere. I immediately felt a sense of community at St. Peters. If youre used to going to larger churches, St. Peters will feel much smaller (about 50 people attend each Sunday). To me, attending each Sunday feels kind of like getting together with my extended family. The "sign of peace" lasts 5-10 minutes, and people make an effort to say hello to newcomers and guests in attendance. Then theres the famous coffee hour/lunch after service. The most striking thing about coffee hour is that just about everyone attends. Its a great space to get to know everyone, and Ive really enjoyed conversing with parishioners of all ages and backgrounds. Fr. Edmund is a thoughtful and humble leader. He prepares each Sunday sermon with a great amount of care and reflection, and as a young professional, Ive found his sermons to be especially engaging. He knows what its like to be a 20- or 30-something churchgoer in Seattle, and he understands the struggles many young people face in figuring out the role of church/religion in their lives. He welcomes doubt and skepticism as part of the journey, and he emphasizes our collective call to serve in the community.

Alex Matheson It was a pleasure visiting St. James Cathedral in Seattle. It is especially beautiful with the spring explosion of flowering trees! This Cathedral was built 1905-07 in the renaissance revival architectural style. The central gnome collapsed in 1916 due to heavy snow, and was replaced with a flat roof featuring a skylight. Renovated in 1950 and 1994, this cathedral is clearly well maintained and cared for. It is rightfully designated as a city landmark and is well worth a visit if you get the chance. This beautiful cathedral is well-known for its community outreach and the services it provides for those in need. Entrance is free, there is plenty of paid parking in the area, and there is no public access to the towers.

Jeff Pizanti Catholic cathedral near the Archdiocese bldg. My first visit to the cathedral was for an ordination mass the Sat before Pentacost. I attended with a large group (16 people in 4 cars) from our home parish (an hour away). We parked at Mother Cabrini Medical Tower. Mass was beautiful & if I lived closer, would happily attend there regularly. Peace be with you!

Nights Bella (Bella) This is the location of the Archdiocese of Seattle. Parking is an expensive pain, but the cathedral (built in 1907 & minus one dome due to a terrible weather storm about 1912) is breathtaking and provides a sense of peace Ive only felt in a few places. They have real prayer candles along the wall. Contributing is recommended but not asked for nor monitored; use your discretion. I had an issue finding the original candle but I carry a lucky zipper. The side patios to the cape & book store have an amazing water feature. In short, Ill be back for Sunday mass next time Im in Seattle!

Crystal Bennett Ive been attending since Oct 2015 and I love that its really spiritual, people are accepting, and they help with good causes. Ive befriended quite a few of the people there as well. Really nice church.

Justin Ingram My experience with the people of this church over the years has been welcoming and supportive.

Matthew Wright Great place to study the words and laws of the Lord. I can feel the growth in my spirit as soon as I step through the doors. God bless.

Ian W. I got to see a group called Rising Appalachia here on 5/30/25. This is an amazing venue in the heart of Capitol Hill in Seattle. The production company that hosts events out of this venue is called Abbey Arts.

Joshua Fagan I stumbled into this cathedral by accident while wandering around volunteer park, meandering through the many roads of these old neighborhoods, but I was stopped and all and amazement when I saw this church. There is a sense of reverence and devotion that simply exudes from the ground of this building, which are kept with an elegance and thoughtfulness that I greatly appreciate. The architecture is also impressive, even though it differs significantly from the towering Gothic grandeur that one typically associates with great cathedrals. With the geometric forms and the use of modern materials, there is something very West Coast mid-20th century about this building. I could look at this instantly and say about when it was built and where it is located, even if I had never seen it before. That does not mean that the building is "dated" by any means: there is a forcefulness and energy to the modern design that synthesizes well with the use of arches and more traditional elements of religious architecture. The architecture and the grounds facilitate this more direct and intensified connection with the divine, and as such, the site feels both appropriate and thoroughly sublime.

Brittany Greene Beautiful cathedral. Ive only stopped in during times when theres not service, but everyone is always really friendly. One of the groundskeepers even gave me a tour.