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September 2023 by Chris Wellenstein
Oceanside First Presbyterian Church is the most warm and welcoming church that I have ever been to. They have an excellent Plan Your Visit program to make sure you are greeted (and seated with a member if you choose) and welcomed into the congregation. What I remember most from my first visit was the friendliness of the congregation, especially the member who sat next to me and guided me throughout the service. I also enjoyed the three-minute congregation greetings (every weekly service). I loved the positive sermon themes, the Praise Band, the Choir, even the way this church distributes communion by intinction. Pastor Mike is an exceptional Pastor encouraging the congregation every week to be more like Jesus. His sermons are inspiring and comforting. I encourage all of you to be part of his current sermon series "Journey through the Gospel of Mark: Are You Ready For Jesus."
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August 2023 by Gayle Lacy
My family and I have been visiting here for a month or so. We love the friendly people and really enjoy the pastors sermon. Pastor Mike is so genuine and he is a force for Christ. His sermon's are based to help the congregation have a personal relationship with Jesus.We are in a new series on "Building Blocks of Faith." A beginners guide to following Jesus.Come and visit. This Church is welcoming to all. We enjoy the traditional music, the 3 minute vistion during service and a great sermon each week.We would encourage anyone to attend this church as a visitor looking for a home church or just to attend while on vacation. YOU WILL BE WELCOME HERE !
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June 2023 by Amanda G.
Both of our boys have gone there for the last 5 years.We can't say enough good things about First Presbyterian.We are so blessed to have had all the years there.Thank you to all the amazing teachers and staff!
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March 2023 by Aaron Oceanside
I couldn't be any happier with this preschool. The staff is very professional and caring with their students. My daughter has benefited in so many ways by attending First Presbyterian and am very grateful that she gets to attend preschool there.
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March 2023 by Lindsay Hern
Absolutely love this preschool! The teachers and staff make it feel like home and my clingy 3 year old loves school.
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March 2023 by Paul Brandlin
Extremely friendly & welcoming. Feels more like a community than a school. 10/10 would recommend
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March 2023 by Sheila G.
This place is fabulous. My grandson just loves to go to school. Everyone is very caring.
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March 2023 by Tiffany Holt
Oceanside First Pres has been the most loving and educational preschool for both of our children. They have both loved their teachers and made some best friends. We are grateful to the leadership at the preschool and church that has supported us as a family more than we could have asked for. We recommend First Pres to all of our friends with kids.
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March 2023 by Sam Lawrence
My wife and I were visiting from out of state and decided to attend this church. What a great first impression! The church building and grounds were beautiful. We were warmly greeted by the ushers and easily found a spot to sit. The music during the service was a combination of praise music and choral music. Both were very good! Several church members came over to greet us during the service, which was nice. The pastor's message was very meaningful and relatable. After the service, there was a fellowship gathering with coffee and snacks. We will be sure to come back the next time we're in town.
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March 2023 by Maggie Alger
I love this preschool! During registration the office staff was so kind and accomodating when we had to make some changes due to our work situations. They really went above and beyond to work with us. Once my son actually started school, he struggled a lot with the separation but his teachers were loving and patient and really took the time to help him feel comfortable and safe at school. Now he loves it! I am so glad that I heard about this preschool, and I cannot say enough good things about it and the staff.
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March 2023 by Brady C
Both of our children have attended Oceanside First Presbyterian preschool and have loved it. The teachers are kind, patient, thoughtful, and engaging with all their students. The kids spend a lot of time outside on a safe, fun, and enriching playground - including a pair of chickens in a coop! The staff are friendly and treat all the parents and kids like family. It’s a wonderful school and community.
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March 2023 by Cyndie B
Hands down, best preschool in North County!! First presbyterian is like our daughter’s home away from home. The teachers are so loving and caring. She comes home with a giant smile on her face every day. We are not a “churchy” family but we LOVE the morals and life lessons she learns, along with solid academics.
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December 2022 by Stephen Michael Yoakem
I have been going to the Oceanside First Presbyterian Church for over 36 years. It has always been a very friendly and welcoming place where the gospel of Jesus Christ is presented and I am allowed the freedom to search, think, study and decide what it means for my life and for others.For me and my family, it has been a spiritual anchor in good times and bad with love and support from the minister & staff as well as friends we have made over the years.There is a lot of experiencing " just living life" here. My children grew up in this church and are now adults and we have many fond memories. I and my family have attended or participated in Sunday Services, youth groups, Boy Souts, Men's Bible Studies, Women's Bible Studies, Men's Fraternity, children's programs, picnics, camping, music concerts and many more. We have also celebrated blessings ,,& achievements and mourned with family and friends who have lost loved ones in memorial services over the years.I would give more than five stars, if I could, for what this Church and all the people (who are the real Church) and the strength of faith in Jesus have meant to me.
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December 2022 by Grace Shelley
I love this church! People are so warm and friendly. It took me no time at all to make friends and get involved. It is apolitical, and instead, is focused on walking in the steps of Jesus in practical ways. If you have small children, there is a wonderful pre-school as well as Sunday School. "Groceries with Grace" is a monthly food distribution program." There is a homebuilding program in Mexico once a year and trips to visit the holy land and lots lots more. Pub nights and Padres baseball games! There are both online and in church services. Hope to see you there soon!
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December 2022 by joyce herzig
I am a person who is very close to my family. The problem is that my family lives far away so I have to travel to see them. I now feel so fortunate to have an alternate “homemade” family within my church at Oceanside First Presbyterian. The love, comfort, and kindness that is offered to me through the people I have met there is awesome. It’s reassuring to know that I can be myself and still be loved. It’s kind of like going home without long plane trips.
