Churches & Places of Worship near Walnut Creek, CA

“In the past, my experience with Congregation B'nai Shalom has been incidental via their Rabbi. The first time was with Rabbi Gordon Freeman during my Son's conversion to Judaism (at birth) and years later with Rabbi Daniel Stein as he participated in a religious diversity teleconference that Gayle organized through the City of Pleasant Hill. It was only during the 2nd night of Pesach (2023) that I physically set foot in Congregation B'nai Shalom as part of their Community Passover Seder. As I happened to be in town that week, I very much appreciated this opportunity to break matzah with this slice of the Bay Area Jewish community.There was so much to appreciate:- The hard work of the folks who put this even on, including the program, table service, the food buffet, and of course set up and take down.- A meaningful and relatively short Seder. This was not the Orthodox version that tries to finish as close to midnight as possible. At the same time it hit the right notes and was nicely led by Rabbi Stein and Ḥazzan Sandy Bernstein.- The interesting and friendly folks at my table.Let's see what happens next year....”

“Great church, awesome atmosphere, friendly and genuine people. I was here for a Go missionary conference. As the hosts, the local church staff were super helpful in answering questions, directing where to go etc.”

“A divine, beautiful and medium sized temple. Abode are Pillayar, Thamizh Kadavul Lord Murugan, Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati and Navagraha. Prasadams distributed in the basement. We visited the temple this Saturday and got Prasadam - a perfect South Indian lunch consisting Lemon rice, Puliyodarai, Curd Rice, Sundal, potato curry, chips, pickle, Neyyappam, Sarkarai Pongal and Burphi. Tea and coffee was also available. It was simply great. Check out for the special programmes. Construction of Raja Goouram and extention of the temple is on. Muruganukku Arohara. Om Saravana Bhava. Do not miss visiting this temple.”

“I've been attending SCC for almost 6 years now, and have been so blessed to call it home. When I moved to the Bay Area, I visited multiple churches to find where God was calling me to stay. I knew this was the place after my first visit. I was welcomed by loving people from all walks of life with open arms. This church is a beautiful mosaic of different cultures, ethnicities and backgrounds where no one person feels less important than the other. I'm so glad I found a real community of believers, who I can turn to for anything, as we pursue our calling together. SCC is rooted in scripture, powerful worship and the belief in Christ as our savior.”

“Our family feels at home at this small, non denominational, community church. Great pastor, great worship, friendly people, lots of activities and youth programs, convenient opportunities to serve. We always leave feeling uplifted and connected.”

“I love OCC! It’s a church community that embraces everyone and became Open and Affirming ?️‍?back in the late 90s. and provides a place for families to grow. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful and there is no shortage of groups and ways to be involved. OCC really walks the walk of what it means to be Christian- there is a Winter Nights program , they gave land for affordable senior housing, and they want everyone to ask questions and think for themselves. It’s a welcoming place that feels like coming home. I was raised in this congregation and it has provided me with such a sense of integenerational community and love. And the stained glass and soaring sanctuary are gorgeous- it’s an A-Frame style building set on the hillside and the acoustics are great. I love hearing muaic in that peaceful space.”

“Awesome people and customer service . They even offer a prayer room where you can go an and pray and they have other resources if you need them . Thank you to the amazing and kind staff . I truly appreciate you”