Oakland,CA - List top 25 Churches

Grand Event Spaces We were hired (for decor and catering) by a family hosting a repass. The social hall was spacious with an great kitchen space for prep and serving. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Hope to return for more services.

Neal Donovan Beautiful building right near the lake. Ive seen a handful of shows here and love the sanctuary. Gorgeous stained glass, great acoustic, impressive organ. Staff are super welcoming.

P A Beautiful church, inside and out!

Miriam Smith Ive been attending since the almost the beginning, and the church hasnt lost its focus even as its grown: to love Oakland as God has loved us. Its so heartwarming to be part of church that makes an effort to not only welcome all into the church to get to know this amazing God we follow but to purposefully, wholeheartedly, and unreservedly take God to Oakland.

Macadamian SuperBaller I really like the ambiance. It would be good for service to be longer. Im still adjusting to being able to eat something and drink coffee during service even though Im sure that Jesus is probably cool with it.

Abolaji Adesoji Oaklife was the church I never knew I needed. It is the most inclusive representation of the christian faith I have ever encountered or heard of. Oaklife has positively improved my notion of faith, love and community. I greatly recommend it!

Far Has Went for christmas candlelight concert. Music was beautiful. The church even more so(see pics). I am curious whether they play the organ which is the top half of stage background.

Natalie Lowe We were looking for a church that was grounded in biblical principals, personable, warm, had opportunities to help us grow and we found that in Vive Oakland. The campus pastors Pastor Bobby and Abi are the most personable, loving, and intentional pastors I have met since going to church all my life. They truly care about their members and are kind, biblically sound, and relatable good people. Come check it out, it is a great place to encounter real people seeking after God and His presence is alive in this church.

Richi C. Compline Gregorian chant type candle light vocal music concert once a month. Across Grand Ave from Lake Merritt.

Brando Menjivar Such a welcoming, beautiful, and diverse community of people! The music is great, the energy is exciting, and free coffee and donuts is always a plus. Storyline is also a great place to bring your kids! My kids love being a part of StoryKids!

Diana D I have not personally attended this church, but have met a lot of people from here who really LOVE it. I really appreciate how they serve local Oakland ministries like Cityteam Oakland (which is tackling the homelessness crisis) & Harbor House (which gives education and care to immigrants). Looking forward to visiting this church myself next month!

Nikia B. This temple is a nice place to meditate to your christ consciousness. Quiet and spiritual. Also, a way to meditate to God.

R Onilozay RECOVERY MEETING FOR EMOTIONS... I attend (only) Recovery International meetings here (Mondays @ 12:30) which are wonderful. For those of us who need a community and help with our emotions of anxiety and / or anger. I learn so much that actually works and Ive made friends who understand, really understand. The format is a bit different from 12-step if youre used to that, so it took a few meeting s to get the flow so to speak. .. but it is an amazing tool Ive just added to my recovery. Meetings in the east bay are Monday here, Wed in Oakland also, Sat at Kaiser bldg off Howe & MacArthur @ 1:30. Please come the group is small. Look for the side red door. (I have no religious affiliation with the church).

Jasmin M This used to be a holistic feeling space and it has literally turned into a FOR PROFIT ONLY set up now. They made enough honest dollars from the congregation and now they are Trumping up the cost and giving much smaller sizes. I don’t support greed

Brenda Great preaching from the Bible every Sunday! Go there at 10:45am. Nice members.

Vivian Prater Sacred Heart Church is my Parish church. Our Pastor and the fellow Priests are really genuine people who welcome everyone! My youngest granddaughter just received her First Holy Communion on May 4th in Benicia and celebrated it May 5th at Sacred Heart Church!

Ron Murray Its a beautiful church that exemplifies the true character of God. The Pastor and Bishop is a man that is well versed in the Word of God. The choir and musicians sound like angels in heaven. Go and experience it for yourself and without a doubt, your spirit will be renewed and refreshed, and you will be blessed.

Brandon Brookshire An excellent parish that offers the Tridentine Mass. I am blessed to have such a traditional and beautiful parish so close to where I live. If you are within the area and are longing for reverence and orthodoxy, this parish is well worth the trip. An apostolate the Institute of Christ the King, Sovereign Priests, they offer the Tridentine Mass daily and twice on Sundays, and confession prior to every Mass.

Carlos Silva Very welcoming place, very receptive people, great words, great music with a lot of unction. A good place to come with the family. I also liked the parking, try to arrive at least 15 minutes early and you will get a good spot. Because I noticed that those who arrived later already had fewer spots.

Yusuf Abdul-Hakim My church and church family are totally awesome. Dr. Hawkins and his wife are the real deal!

Beatrice Jacobs I love the welcome home feeling you receive at this church. The teaching and preaching are all Bible-based. I can honestly say you will have your spiritual and physical needs met.

lena hill I would give this school 1 star but my son seems to like it. But from a parents stand all the school cares about is MONEY,MONEY & MORE MONEY. They have a lot of fees they dont tell you ahead of time. "new family fee, kindergarten fee, candy fee and dont forget extended care fee and your monthly fees. Oh yeah and the seafood boil fee that is REQUIRED. They dont provide breakfast or lunch. I also applied for scholarships and the told me I didnt qualify for them and I dont see how. Private school is a different ball game. And if your a single parent middle class good luck. I thought anything with god money isnt a thing but clearly it is. I do love to see all brown faces its a nice thing to see in Oakland. They do teach them a lot.

D.J. Pryor A most cool church. The people are very welcoming. The services are most enriching. Saint Augustines Episcopal Church is my new church home.

Ton T I can’t tell if this building is still being used as a Church but it’s Spanish influenced architecture facade and roof appears to be in need of repairs. I hope it’s renovated as it’s quite an appealing building.