Charles River Church — Attraction in Boston

A few years ago, I approached a tough roadblock in life that caused me to sought out God and reconnect with my long abandoned faith. As an androgynous lesbian, it’s hard to find a church that won’t judge me. After sitting in multiple worships and different churches, I found this one. At the time it was just Sunday worship in a Middle school in West Roxbury. Not only was worship held in a middle school auditorium, without glorious Christian decor, but no one dressed in their Sunday best. The longer I sat in that worship the more I realized this church accepts all, just like how God accepts all, no matter where you are, what you’re dressed… he accept you for who you are.

Now the worship that first day, somehow I felt like it was drafted for me. Every word of the sermon and hymn sang, was exactly what I needed to hear. I cried the 75% of the worship.

It’s been 4 years, they finally found an appropriate church building. Still minimalistic, but that’s how it should be. Glad I’m still a...

As a college student, I have found this church to be incredibly awesome. We are often guilty of looking for a church that agrees with where we already stand, rather than a church that agrees wholly with the Bible. Charles River Church is the closest thing I have found to an authentic New Testament church. They strive to love the community and preach the Gospel faithfully. However, if you have never been to church, there is no need to be anxious, for the community is warm and welcoming. Everyone looks out for each other and genuine faith is producing an environment of love. You will find people who are following Christ's command of sacrificial love which is what our world could use a lot more of. This is definitely a place where you will can trust that they will preach the truth even when it is hard to take. If you decide to visit, you can be sure you will leave with more of God's word poured...

I came to Charles River Church along with some friends my first year away at school and felt incredibly welcomed by everyone there. As a college student there are many ways to get involved serving with the church. For example, I've had the privilege of volunteering in the River Kids program during the worship gatherings. I've also had the opportunity to join in on some of the community outreaches like Kids Connect. I also found the church to be very hospitable to the students. They're great about connecting with us, whether it be through hosting us in their homes for lunch or organizing game nights- definitely a...