New City Church of LA

Finally, a truly welcoming and inclusive church that invites us all to worship together no matter who we are or how we look, etc. With churches likes this, God is still working in our age.

inclusive, come as you are church. it’s quite diverse ethnically, politically, socio-​economically, culturally, and those of various non/​religious backgrounds. kevin’s sermons are very consistent and always goes back to the heart of the gospel which is the vision and the foundation of the church’s belief. it’s a place where you have to learn to be out of your comfort zone since it’s not a typical suburb church, but Jesus wasn’t about being in your comfort zone in the first place. no one is perfect and this church may not be for everyone, but the people are earnest, honest, and sincerely seek to know the truth.

I have never been to a more diverse church devoted to an intellectual as well as emotional experience of God. Their music is powerfully affecting, and their sermons are impressively scholarly. They are also committed to serving the congregation and community in various groups and community service opportunities. I’d recommend to anyone looking for a church to attend.

I have been attending New City Church for a little over 2 years now and it has become a home away from home. The primary mission of this church is to be all inclusive gospel centered lovers of Christ and they really live up to that! A few key things that set this church apart from many others:
–Pastor Kevin Haah is an amazing pastor and his preaching is engaging and intellectual. He has a heart for downtown LA, especially the Skid Row community.
–Grow and Serve groups are the small groups of the church and all members are strongly encouraged to join one. The groups meet and grow together in the Bible and developing relationships with one another. They also serve the community by volunteering in various ways. Some groups volunteer at nursing homes, some throw birthday parties for homeless children, etc. I love the serve portion because they really practice what they preach by serving the community.
–The all-​imclusivity of this church is almost unreal. On any Sunday you’ll see people from all walks of life, all different ethnicitie, all there for one reason and that is to worship and fellowship together. It’s simply beautiful.
So if you’re looking for a church, try this! You won’t be disappointed.

This review is for a few years back. I first went to New City Church back in 2010. Everything from the live band, the members, if you are new you could do a meet n greet with the pastor. It is a very welcoming environment. You really feel the love and the spirit of God. Best of all, it’s come as you are. (I’m a jeans and flip flops kinda girl) God blessed me soo much while attending that Church. I moved to the valley and haven’t found a good Church so I’m planning on doing the long drive and going back to New City Church

The pastor is a very passionate teacher & it is an overall inviting church atmosphere. The message is always understandable & is taught in a way that can be applied to life which I find as a very valuable attribute in a ministry. As a newcomer in the Los Angeles area, New City Church is a rare gem amongst churches in the metro area. The church is genuine & non-​pretentious which is what good gospel ministry is all about.

Before getting hired for my traveling job I began attending this church in downtown L.A., I absolutely love it. The worship is preformed by a live band. Everyone is welcomed; I mean everyone. It is non-​denominational and none religious. God keep blessing this awesome place. I miss it.

This church isn’t all they say it is. It’s another dysfunctional group of hypocrites. It’s cliquey and the pastors are rude and not well suited to be in the position they are in. In a way, they talk good talk but unfortunately that’s all it is.
My friend started going to this church, she was returning to church for the first time in years and she probably needed to be welcomed and accepted, but she told me a horrible story about the assoc. pastor yelling at her in front of everyone and even asking her to leave the church right before a good friday service. My friend hasn’t been quite the same since. She’s become very depressed and I know it has to do with the way this church treated her.
The other thing that really bothers me about this church is that it is political. They had an Obamacare rep stand up and discuss healthcare and Fox news during the service! She made very political statments and all I could think was, «not in church!» come on guys, can’t we leave the politics outside of church?

I’ve been going to New City for almost a year now and LOVE IT! It is the most racially diverse and economically diverse church I have been to. The first time I went I was immediately noticed and welcomed warmly… It’s not like other churches where you walk in and no one talks to you except for a good morning from the person handing you the bulletin. I was not only greeted but welcomed immediately. From the very first day, I loved Kevin’s message of grace. He captures the heart of the Bible; God’s heart for people. He doesn’t bog down his messages with rules and regulations and religiosity, but teaches from the Bible, God’s love, truth and all consuming grace. When I hear one of Kevin’s messages I learn more about the historical time period each verse is coming from and I learn more and more about the heart of God. Not only does it help me in my walk today, but also teaches me more about the origins of the Bible. Not may pastors can do both as Kevin does. Jonathan, the associate pastor, is also a wonderful speaker and is an exceptional leader in the church. Being apart of a grow and serve group is what really cemented my connection and love for the church. That’s where I created and foster lasting friendships with people that have become like family to me. We get deep in the word and in each others lives and it’s powerful. All groups also have a serve portion where we reach out, volunteer and serve our community. New City has forever changed my life and I feel incredibly blessed to be apart of such an incredible, loving, open, innovative, diverse, cutting edge, non religious, Bible based, community centered, church!

Church. That word conjures up many thoughts and feelings to many people. I am not here to say that New City is better than any other church on Unilocal.Just looking through the reviews on Unilocal there are a good number of great churches in Los Angeles. That is a great blessing to this wonderful city. As well there are good number of great Pastors in these churches as well. Same for great worship teams, small groups, prayer teams, leadership teams… you get the point. Come check us out if your in the area and find the Gospel preached, teached and lived together in a community living under His grace. If God calls you to New City, Welcome! If not, thanks for coming and may you be blessed along your journey of faith.
«We are more messed up than we dare to know and more loved by God than we can ever imagine»

First came to this church in January of 2009. They are located a block away from me at the Los Angeles Theater Center (LATC) in between 5^th and 6^th on Spring St. I kept hearing about this church prior to this first visit but couldn’t find them because I was looking for a «traditional» church building. I now understand they first met at a restaurant and then at a nightclub before settling in at LATC. There are now 2 services, one at 9am and the other at 11am.
When I first came through the doors, there was this overwhelming feeling of love and acceptance. I was greeted by Nori at the welcome table and the greeting was sincere. Looking around I saw diversity; diversity in race, style, culture, you name it. But the thing is, the diversity was intermingled. There weren’t segregated groups of similar people. The diversity was interspersed. It was beautiful seeing this harmony of colors, creeds, and it made my heart full to experience it.
The beauty of seeing this church body worshipping side by side, focusing on the love of Jesus is amazing. The name New City comes from a scripture in the book of Revelations where a new city, a holy city is created and looking around, it looks like this gathering of different nations and tribes would be pleasing to God.
Make no mistake there is no perfect church. With so many different people, there are challenges in communication and in understanding but this church is committed to face any shortcomings head on in faith that we can all learn and grow together as a community.
I can say this is a church that is determined to walk the walk and not just talk the talk. They have seen me at my worst and best and that agape love remains.
I am blessed to call New City my home church.

This has been our (my husband and myself) church since April 2008. We were a little church-​tired after some previous experiences, but felt a need to be in community so after a google search (as most of you have done) we decided to check out this church. At the time, we met in a small restaurant in the Arts District, then shortly after, moved to the 740 Club on 8^th & Broadway and now are situated at the LATC at 6^th & Spring. Recently, this year, a 2^nd service was added so there is a 9am and an 11am worship time.
This is beyond what my husband and I could have expected from a community and, for us, much healing has occurred. This is also a come-​as-​you-​are, gospel-​centered church that is inclusive and we mean INCLUSIVE. As you will hear Kevin (lead pastor) say from time to time, «We are all messed up.» More importantly, Pastor Kevin always shares a gospel-​centered message which is biblically based. Once a month, when Kevin takes a seat to rest (a little :)), you might hear one of the other pastors (Jonathan McCracken or Shirley Rayburn) speak or perhaps a guest speaker.
Parking is free at the nearest Joe’s Parking, located on the same side of the street as the LATC. There are also plenty of opportunities to serve within the church and/​or be a part of a smaller community within the almost-​400 congregants by joining a Grow & Serve Group. There is children’s ministry for all ages. There is a food bag donation program every Sunday for anyone who might need some help.
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Life gets messy, but with grace and the love of Jesus Christ, we can forge ahead.

This Church changed my life. 2 yrs ago, I was going thru lowest of my life and my good friend took me here. Ever since, my life has been better and better. The Pastor’s message is also amazing. When you walk out from this Church, you will smile from your heart.

Everyone is welcomed. The pastor’s sermon is authentic and sincere touching upon the gospel and the truth rather than what people should be doing or not doing.
I’m grateful for this church to be my home and how accepting everyone is. Thank you.

So i was Unilocaling for restaurants to check out when I stumbled upon New City Church.
Something is drawing me to check this church out. So, I decided to check out its link. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that this church is really reaching out to people from all walks of life.
Then I learned they have a mid week praise and worship (Wednesday) and meeting on Fridays. This is exaclty what I’m looking for. Their service are on sunday at 10:00 am.
Sunday morning comes. It was raining and all of the sudden i felt really lazy. I wanted to stay home. So I watched TV… and kept thinking how far the drive are from valencia to downtown LA.
But then, I decided to check out New City Church. As soon as I jumped on the freeway i see an accident. It was raining hard in valencia. Another 2 miles I see another accident… I began to wonder if I should turn around. Naaah. I’m gonna keep going. As soon as I made the transition from fwy 5 to fwy 170. another accident. By this time i was too far from valencia. So i kept driving. and was I glad that I decided to attend New City Church.
I walked in at 9:55 and was greeted by one of the pastors. Find myself a seat and listened to their praise and worship. I can feel the annointing! They have an awesome praise and worhship team! I can’t help my self looking around and see they joy of everyone enjoying the praise and worship.
As I look around, I realized there are people of many other backgrounds. I love it! This is the type of church that I have been looking for. it doesn’t matter what color you are. This is how the world should be. Everyone in one unity.
Last sunday Pastor Kevin begin a series on Acts. I was really blessed by their praise and worship and Pastor Kevin’s message. I left church feeling refreshed and filled with joy. I think I will call this church my home.

All my life I’ve looked for a church with intelligent sermons, meaningful worship, kind people, and lots of opportunities to minister to others. My husband and I finally found New City Church in Downtown L.A., and it is now our home. Every week we have a chance to sit with all our new friends and enjoy the service. We help in the Healing Room, so we get to help pray for people and see new joy in their faces. I also love the children’s program at New City. It is such a creative and warm place. We all dance and sing and tell bible stories.
Even though we live in L.A. which can be a lonely place, we are never lonely. Every weekend there is something fun to do — we have been to weddings, showers, dinner parties, beach parties, barbecues, Christmas parties, retreats, birthday parties, etc, all given by members of New City Church. There is always a Newcomer’s party and lunch after the Sunday morning service.
So come on by, we would love to have you join us!

I have to admit I have been wary of churches and organized religion for some time, but I felt compelled to find out more about this church when a friend gently invited me to «try it out». I have fallen in love with the community, as diverse and broad as I have ever been around.
They offer many great community services, including Food and Clothing to those in need. No questions asked.
I took my time getting familiar with the church and with it’s members. No one ever once approached me when I didn’t feel like being approached. But I felt welcomed and accepted nonetheless. It has been a powerful experience to come to appreciate a community for it’s real purpose, especially since I consider myself a fiercely independent and self-​sufficient individual.
I have learned much while attending New City church services on Sundays. I have even recently started going to their Healing Room, a once a week healing ministry, and have been experiencing amazing things. I have always been skeptical of over-​promising and «sunshine and rainbows» type of talk, but thankfully their is respect and restraint that shows a willful compassion and sensitivity to each person’s own unique situation in life, here at New City. The Healing Room has been no different an experience. And even though I originally came seeking physical healing, or understanding at least of my physical injuries and health issues, I have been experiencing much deeper emotional and psychological healing that I hadn’t even realized I needed or could even receive.
This «church» breaks all the negative stereotypes I held, and know that are often the reason that people avoid churches and «church people» all together. But I have found a supportive and respectful family here and I am happy and proud to share my experience.

I first received a postcard in the mail in April of 2008 and thought I would take a visit to New City church. The location was in a restaurant in Lil Tokyo at that time and when I sat in I experienced church like I never did before. People were eating brunch and chatting about each others lives. It was so cozy it felt like church was taking place in someone’s living room. Service started with worship, a joke of the day, a testimony, and pastor’s talk that was easy to understand and interesting to listen to. What really struck me was the motto of «come as you are!» I didn’t have to dress to impress anyone or feel the social pressures of appearing a certain way. I immediately wanted to get involve and learn more about this foreign, but not so foreign bible that I never really understood or read. I have been going to New City ever since and even though a lot has changed, it’s constant is that it is centered around the Bible.
There is so much love, healing, and praying taking place among it’s members at New City Church that it is a great place to meet other fellow Christians and non-​Christians. I would recommend that you come visit!

This church is what I have wished for my whole life. Everyone is welcome… rich/​poor, young/​old, pretty/​«ugly». Artist, intellectuals, addicts, and executives all together simply trying to understand who God is… It really is all about loving one another… It’s a wonderful mixed group of people that really care about each other and their community. One thing you will notice when you walk in on Sunday is that Love is at New City.
Also, there is a Healing Room that meets on Friday at 7:30 at the church office… if you are sick and need someone to pray for you in confidence– GO! Amazing testimonies are coming from this ministry each week.

Downtown Los Angeles has changed dramatically over the past 10 years with an influx of young working professionals who have been living in the lofts and the various districts in the area. One particular area called the Bank District or Spring Street or to many, it is where the Art Walk is held. Here under all the art galleries, lofts and small cafes, you will find a multicultural church in an underground theater.
The worship is contemporary with drums, bass guitar, electric guitar, piano, back up singers etc… The music is mix of hymns and contemporary Christian music. The congregation comes from all races with Asians, African Americans, Hispanics and Caucasian. This is truly a church that braces everyone from every ethnicity, cultural backgrounds and status. The pastors, Kevin Haah, uses biblical texts, historical context and references to the Greek, Latin and Hebrew text to get to true context of what God is saying. His sermon is filled with information and knowledge. After the sermon there is a prayer team on standby for any individuals seeking prayer.
If your in the area and want to experience something different with a artsy vibe, visit NEW CITY LA,
Other ministries:
1) THE CURRENT: Wednesdays at &pm — Soaking in worship and prayer
2)COMMUNITY Groups: DTLA, Pasadena and La Crescenta
3) DISCIPLESHIP Groups
4) HUNGRY TO SERVE: Sundays at 8:45
5) RECOVERY GROUP: Fridays at 5:30pm
6) NEW CITY ART COLLECTIVE: Sunday at 2pm