Known as "the church for those who don't like going to church" - this is a toddler among churches. It's less than a dozen years old and has a congregation of over 10,000. Those numbers may sound scary, but you are always welcomed and greeted on every visit. Small groups will get you connected with other people and something is going on all the time - from knitting groups to book clubs to adventure sports to mission trips overseas. You will not be bored here. The music is contemporary and the messages are all biblically based.

Love the pastor, the worship and the helping ministries. I read some of the reviews here and I don't see how some people can come to such a ridiculous conclusion about this church being one misguided or worse. Obviously these people have no idea of who God is and what a church should be about. They attend a service of two and then post their misguided review here. I recommend Bayside to all people, believers and unbelievers. We've been attending since last year and we are so excited & look forward to be there every weekend. There's lots here to learn and help us grow into a closer relationship with Christ. And we all need that especially in times like this!‎

Love the music, pastors, and message. I'm so happy that I can download sermons to my iPod and listen whenever I need a boost. Thanks, Bayside!‎

No one is excluded at Bayside and no one is judged. The congregation is permeated with an atmosphere of acceptance. The pastoral staff is highly knowledgeable, and despite what critics allege, they are all very close to God, His work, and His word. The sermons are rooted in Scripture and are formatted in an easily learned, very memorable style. I find the "extra readings" appended to the back of each weekend's outline an excellent extension of the sunday message. In particular, I highly regard the series on the New Testament. I've learned so much context and meaning to each book — and the sermons are incredibly detailed and thorough! (Watch the first sermon of the series at www.baysideonline.com/6835/20090823/ to see what I mean.) I love Bayside. It's been my home for the past 10 years, and it will always be.‎

I find that most of the pastors haven't even read half of the bible. Alot of the information and interpretations are inaccurate and vague. I would think at least someone here would have read the bible at least once, but i cant find anyone.‎