Avenue Church NYC — Local services in New York

My experience of Jan Hus Presbyterian Church has been bitter sweet.

Let me say loud and clear that the work this institution does is wonderful. Unlike so many of the other so-called Christian faith communities, It takes the Gospel directive to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, etc. seriously, literally. Funny how Biblical literalists rarely are so fundamentalist on this issue. Bravo, those who do this work. You are the salt of the earth and the light of the world; you are the living face of God.

Let me also say even louder and clearer, that this place is now run by the OSS: The Order of Satan's Sisters. The devil works in mysterious ways. This recent take over by the OSS happened quietly. The former interim pastor and the COO were forced out (the latter illegally!) because they truly believed in the Gospel message, which always puts one at risk for ridicule, as Jesus was when welcoming and dining with his society's undesirables: prostitutes, public sinners...The new interim, who appears to have few qualifications in pastoral work or any human service-related area (apparently her background is the advertising industry which makes her a credible liar), delivers in word and deed a highly studied ministerial image. Though lack luster, watch out: she is the wolf (i.e., the demonic) in sheep's clothing. She now has moved a once faith-filled organization to allegiance with the Master of Deception. Her side-kick, the multi-faced Administrator, Comptroller (read "controller') is best described by a 16th century expression "though the devil has many faces, one will find them bound to the same tail." Need I say more? A winning combination: evil and more evil. Top this off by a council member or two who are willing to worship the interim pastor without a second thought and you have a recipe for destruction of many year of honest effort to make the words of Jesus real and alive. Too bad. Be warned: You good folks still associated with this place open your eyes and also your mouths. Silence is tacit approval.

This is so unfortunate. The workings of evil are so subtle and many times are dressed up in the guise of the good! If there is a communion of saints, I hope they will rise up and wake up the the rest of the slumbering believers. But the choice remains with us. I, Angelo Dei, have done my part. Have...

This congregation is honestly fantastic. Small but impactful - you'll definitely get a friendly hello when you visit, but they're not pushy about it.

The worship hits the sweet spot between traditional and modern with meaningful liturgical practices combined with an authentic infusion of the NY culture, so there's something for everyone. Sermons are actually relevant to real life, which is refreshing. Very much a "come as you are" atmosphere - you can be social or keep to yourself, and yes, dogs are welcome. When they sing, 'All belong here,' they mean it!

The congregation is genuinely committed to being an integral part of the community and passionate about social justice. Lots of interesting events like book launches and workshops throughout the year, plus they partner with other organizations.

The real standout is their community service in partnership with Urban Outreach. They serve Tuesday night dinners for anyone who needs a meal, and have a food pantry during the week with essentials for the homeless. I've volunteered at the community dinner, and the food is legitimately good. I am a big fan of their meatloaf and cookies!

All in all Avenue Church NYC is a wonderful community with a great mix of meaningful worship and actual community impact. I highly recommend it, whether you're looking for a church home or just want to get...

Avenue Church NYC is truly a special place!

From the moment you walk in, you feel welcomed and seen. The atmosphere is warm, modern, and inviting—more like family than formality. The teaching is powerful, practical, and rooted in truth, but also incredibly relevant for navigating everyday life in New York City.

The worship is full of energy and passion, creating space to really connect with God in an authentic way. What stands out most, though, is the sense of community. Avenue Church doesn’t just talk about love and purpose—they live it. People genuinely care, and it’s easy to build real relationships here.

If you’re looking for a church in NYC that is Christ-centered, community-driven, and full of life, Avenue Church is a place where you’ll grow, belong, and...