Fountain Street Church

Saw heart of gold grateful Dead tribute band here and it was amazing! The drummer Joseph p can jam! What a beautiful venue.

Fountain Street Church is absolutely stunning for wedding ceremonies. The architecture is breathtaking, and the staff is always welcoming and helpful. I love that there’s a balcony, which allows for gorgeous high angle photos during the ceremony. The exterior is equally beautiful and makes for some great photographs exiting the church!

We attended the Austin Benzing Heart of Gold Band. Beautiful venue, fantastic band, friendly people

This is an inclusive church for people who think. You are not asked to follow any particular creed — you are welcome to choose your own path. Fountain Street draws from the Christian tradition and the collective wisdom of humanity, including all faiths, toward changing the world for the better. The minister serves at the pleasure of the congregation, and is free to preach their message as they deem appropriate.

Saw Taylor Tomlinson’s show here. The church is beautiful, staff was helpful. The bathrooms are a little small but were well stocked. I recommend balcony seats versus the outer sections of the main floor, for better viewing of the stage.

I can’t recommend this enough. We went to one specific for Coldplay and I knew many of their songs would lend well to an orchestra but I was still blown away. Amazing sound and playing, stunning setup and great venue. Can’t wait to go again!

Probably won't actually go down want to make her nervous lol. Couch confessions I will definitely like to go to though!

I was invited to A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics at Fountain St Church and said I'd go despite having no idea what to really expect. It turned out to be one of the best events I've attended in a long time. The church itself is a historical treasure and absolutely beautiful. But lit by candlelight, it was stunning and hauntingly eerie. There's something enchanting about listening to Halloween inspired classical music in that setting. Personally, I would have been ecstatic to listen for another hour, at least. The musicians were engaging and gave a little trivia about each song. If they have it again next year, I'm definitely going!

*This review is for Fountain St., Church as a venue* Recently, I had the pleasure of seeing Dimitri Martin who was performing at Fountain St., Church as part of laugh fest. I had purchased assigned seating, and we were located in the front right hand section of the audience. Our seats were good, although it should be noted that the balcony does cover part of the seated section here, and depending on the event could be an obstruction at times. Fortunately, it did not interfere with our event. Fountain Street church is a magnificent building. I appreciate it. Beautiful architecture and rich history. Parking can be a bit challenging, but there are plenty of parking garages within walking distance, if you are unable to find street parking.

Beautiful church in downtown GR. Saw the Western Michigan Gay Men's Chorus perform - they were excellent and the setting was the perfect background.

**This is a review of Fountain Street Church as a venue.** My family attended a performance of Benjamin Britten's "Noah's Flood," put on by Opera Grand Rapids at Fountain Street Church. The building itself is magnificent, with a particularly striking rose window, comfortable, luxury seating, and amazing acoustics. I was quite taken with the masterful staging and performance of this piece at FSC. We sat in the balcony and had an excellent view. Parking, ticketing, and seating were all effortless. We have friends who attend regular services here and after paying the church a visit, we are inspired to come take part in their "usual programming."

When I first moved to Grand Rapids in 1984, I was in search of a spiritual home. I was not a particular religious person, but I felt a need to connect to open-minded, liberal thinkers. I fell in love with FSC and everything it stands for. Compassion, social activism, tolerance, music, creativity, free thinking. It's a haven and an asset and so valuable to the tapestry of the Grand Rapids community. In addition, it is a physical work of art and such a joy to see. Beauty is everywhere.

One of the most important places in my life. Fountain Street Church is where I learned to think for myself about all things involving belief, faith, religion and spirituality -- and, consequently, about everything else! Thank you, Fountain Street -- especially Duncan Littlefair, Bruce Bode and David Rankin.

As a Catholic Church refugee, I was looking for a place where I could be spiritual without having to leave my past at the door. I found that at FSC and so much more. It is a great place and a great community of people. Definitely worth checking out if you are in a similar situation as me.

I attended Fountain Street during my childhood with my parents and, later, was married there. I cannot describe how much it has meant to me my entire life. Duncan Littlefair was such a unique and inspiring speaker, dramatic and insightful, never afraid to address relevant issues. Beverly Howerton and Chuck Bertsch were gifted and caring musicians and teachers. There is no more beautiful church in the world, and I have now seen quite a few: glorious stained glass windows, elegant but not pretentious. It has been a beacon of strength and commitment to do what is right every day.