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- GoPlaces3162769038516 contributionsSo beautiful! We happen to visit on Sunday, December 1 and attended the first Sunday in Advent Christmas service. The organ fills the church and so angelic! The stain glass, the intricate details are amazing! The manager scene is incredible! You can respectfully enter the church and walk around, no reservations required and no fee. A truly incredible experience! Highly recommend! The Lotte Hotel is across the street and also a must see!Written 7 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- patrickkotoNew York City, NY5 contributionsA great historical landmark with some beautiful paintings and sculptures inside. Nice place for a sense of calm and peace amidst the bustling downtown world.Written 8 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FIL MLondon, UK660 contributionsWe literally followed the music. We could hear the most amazing soulful and powerful music and we had to figure out where it was coming from. We only stayed for a short time due to time contraints, however was well worth a visit. The spiritual music was truly beautiful and awe-inspiring.Written 10 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Eva TUnited Kingdom5,655 contributionsSt Thomas Church is Church of England built in 1913 in Gothic Revival style. We were amazed by it - it's not very much decorated like other churches but there are stunning stained glassed windows - 33 of them, absolutely stunning High altar and wood carving on the pulpit and lectern showing craftmanship of its creators. When we visited it the choir was rehearsing so we just sit for a while and listened. Because of great acoustics they organize there concerts of classical music - unfortunately there was none during our stay in NYC. I highly recommend visiting it.Written 30 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mer21maidCopenhagen1,016 contributionsThere was a long line to enter the church, but eventually everyone got in. We were some of the last to enter, but we had very good seats.
Service by Senior Pastor Brown was such a great experience, and the gospel music was great. The community was so friendly.
Highlight was the long preach by a female pastor, that was one of the best speeches I heard in my life 🙏🏻Written 25 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Chris NTaastrup, Denmark24 contributionsFantastic service. The congregation was very welcoming to visitors. You could not get a more authentic gospel expericence than this. Also the church in itself is very beautiful.Written 7 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SEsLondon, UK25,780 contributionsThis is a popular church here lots people. This is part of the tour also.The singing is a bit loud.You have time come here with friends or give it a miss.Written 4 June 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sean O1 contributionGod bless them , they do good work! The church is a holy place and gives a peaceful feeling in such a chaotic area during chaotic times. The Franciscans that serve there are wonderful people. Strongly recommend a visit.Written 30 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DisfrutatorNew York City, NY95 contributionsIf you are looking to find the next Celine Dion amongst the female soloists, look somewhere else. Now, if what you want is to witness one of the most moving, authentic and amazing experiences in the Harlem gospel circuit, look no further.
As an experienced traveler to NYC, I've been to several other gospel services, but none came even close to the Greater Refuge Temple's. In short:
-Warm welcome by the security and ushers, will make you feel at home instantly. Just make sure you arrive at least one-half hour before service starts at 11 AM
-A high-energy choir that will rock you and make you clap and sing the name of Jesus even if you are an atheist like me.
-People (including some members of the choir) entering a religious trance, dancing, singing, stomping, shouting and raising their hands to receive the energy of the Lord.
-A deco building that just for its architectural value is worth the visit.
Don't miss it.
Now, a few useful tips and rules of etiquette:
a) This is not a musical. It's a religious service and as such, respect it by NOT using your cell phone to chat or shoot video. You will be asked to quit and it's embarrassing. Also, don't talk out loud or do anything that could be considered rude.
b) Although regulars wear their best clothes (some of the ladies' hats are spectacular), you don't need to wear a tie. However, be sensible and avoid shorts, flip-flops, sleeveless shirts, etc.
c) The service is rather long, about two hours. Although it's worth while sitting through all of it, you can leave earlier, just do it discreetly and not while the preacher is preaching. And don't leave before the alms and donation pan is handled around, that's cheap.
d) More on money: everyone donates money to the temple, and it is its main income source. Even the preacher, the members of the choir and the ushers do. So why wouldn't you? Don't embarrass yourself and give out some insignificant amount. I've seen tourists who would gladly spend 150 dollars per person on a Broadway show give nothing, or hand out a one-dollar bill to represent their whole family. Again, don't be cheap, it's disgusting to see and offensive to those who opened their doors for you to share this wonderful experience with them.
After service is finished, you can eat at the temple (I haven't so I could not comment), or go to one of the restaurants around to eat some soul food and complete your Harlem experience.
Note: my teenage sons, more terrenal than spiritual, flipped out and said it was one of the vacation's highlights.Written 21 April 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Megan B46 contributionsLooked for a Catholic church near the Met to attend Sunday mass while visiting from out of town and came across this parish that’s a less than 5-minute walk from the subway and 5-minute walk to the Met. Beyond the location being perfect, the church is gorgeous and the Sunday 11am service was a great experience. The choir was lovely and the parish felt welcoming to out-of-town visitors with kind and helpful ushers who didn’t mind pointing out restrooms, etc. The parish is also accommodating to whatever your COVID vaccine status is. If you’ve received both doses you’re welcome to sit in a certain area with your mask on or off. If you’ve not received your vaccine then there’s a dedicated section for social distancing and required masks. A must-see parish for its beauty, welcoming spirit, and location!Written 30 May 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- tinaNtravelSan Jose, CA2,122 contributionsThe architecture outside and inside the church is quite impressive. The stained-glass windows are quite beautiful. It is worth taking a few minutes to go inside and take a few pictures.Written 22 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- carpediem2019New York City, NY104 contributionsThe Schola sings Sundays at noon and they must not be missed. Extreme reverence in all services and excellent preaching by the Dominicans. Great confessors and program of spiritual study and fellowship. A spot to visit and revisit in New York City.Written 12 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David SMiddlesbrough, UK2,398 contributionsSt Peter's Church on Barclay Street in Manhattan is just a short walk from the 9/11 Memorial and Museum located at the site of the World Trade Center. My wife and I visited New York as part of a larger cruise tour and really enjoyed visiting this wonderful church. Initially it has a more modern feel than many similar churches but it's atmospheric inner spirit was uplifting.Written 9 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SammazNewcastle, UK926 contributionsAlthough the church is housed in what used to be a theatre please be aware that this is a church holding a religious ceremony and it’s not a show such as Sister Act. Tourists are welcomed and sit upstairs whilst the congregation is based downstairs. If you are religious then you may find it more interesting than most. If you aren’t religious and are there just for the gospel singing then you will get that, and it’s fantastic, but then you may be bored very quickly by the rest of the ceremony. Many tourists were not respectful to the whole ceremony when I was there and talked throughout which I found offensive and I am not in the slightest bit religious. There are breaks in the ceremony where you will be able to get up and leave, be aware that you can’t just get up and leave whenever you feel like it. No rucksacks/backpacks allowed and hats must be removed - and no photographs!Written 19 February 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lde457258 contributionsI poked my head in here on a Sunday evening and they were in the middle of Mass 'for young people'. Is my worst nightmare but actually the choir was very subtle and the whole atmosphere was very welcoming and it felt as if everyone there was friends.Written 16 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
