Christmas 2025 Church Guide: Best 15 Churches Near You Elmira,NY

Smile Peace Love Creative A wonderful church that spreads joy and love, above all else. They believe in community and they believe in Jesus’ words. They preach what they practice and practice what they preach. Not only are they open and welcoming but they are affirming. LGBTQIA+ Community is welcome and safe here. The church’s history dates back to the underground railroad and is still today committed to fighting racism! They are a blessing for the community!

Chris Kimbell This is the first genuinely open and affirming church that I have ever been to, and its a wonderful feeling to be in a place that not only accepts that I am gay but also advocates for my right to be me. They also host a variety of community-related events that meet the needs of the people. I love this place!!

Rachel Rizal Memorial held for a friend of mine. Seems very elegant and caring.

Susie Beautiful building but I was there for a funeral.

Nicholas Stevens Never been there. But just wanted to share on google maps there is a tiny rainbow right near the church. Thought that was cool, God must be looking down on that church and smiling! God Bless, everyone!

Eileen Berry Love meeting with JESUS and Family of God. We learn more about the Word every week and really get to know the ways of God!

John Farr Gods presence and love... Kingdom minded... Family oriented... Lots of childrens activities

Cameron Walborn A great place to be saved, to get the Word of God and to Worship a true and living God.

Heidi Capozzi It has been an honor to know Rev. Brooks and his beautiful wife for over three decades. They are genuine in their love for God and serving their community. His passion for teaching the Word is authentically evident. ~ Dr. Heidi Capozzi

Kelly Bush I love pastor Ken and Lady Virginia. They are wonderful, loving people as are the rest of their beautiful family. I love my church family and have found support beyond belief from them all. We invite all in to worship and experience the love of Christ.

Peter Lupkowski Well attended Mass for a Holy Day. I was greeted as a visitor and the priest was very kind meeting people after Mass. easy parking and a ramp for the entrance. Thanks!

cristian schmidt Good

Linda Lewis God lead me to The Way Center back in September 2019....Thank you! Ive learned AND grown so much in Christ. People come, people go, but the love of Jesus remains solid. Thank you to each and every pastor at The Way.

Justyn Case I’ve been going to The Way Center since June 2020. Everyone there has been welcoming, kind and made me feel loved. They aren’t a church that’s about money and an agenda. It’s about spreading His word, His love and building His kingdom.

Becky Enders Warm people, great music and Biblical teaching.

Michael Townson If anyone knows pastor Larry please tell him to contact me.

Baxter Angel (Sissy) Love they have meeting there to save our lifes an food giveaways

Bart Piersimoni Great place to worship , pastor Jeremy brings it every weekend and wants you to have a relationship with god our savior!!! The church does incredible things for the community!!

L Stowe Beautiful building and grounds with warm, friendly people.

Christine Klee The people at Christian Faith Fellowship are genuinely caring and prayerful.

Mariann Holland Christian Faith Fellowship is a place of joyful worship, with Christ-centered preaching and teaching. A warm and welcoming church family.

Christina Cundiff I absolutely loved visiting this church. They made us feel welcomed just like we were family.

Merle L Moore III I love this church I started go here on October 23 2011 and still going here God blessed you all

Crystal Moran The most amazing place to be! Our church is filled with amazing people who treat you like family. We love being part of such a wonderful church.

Elaine Bess They hosted my friends funeral, where the ushers were very responsive to our needs. The culinary committee did an excellent job with food choices, serving, and meeting our needs.