Visit
4130 Waterlick RdForest, VA 24551Gathering: Monday N/A (Under the Son Academy)
When to go
Worship and gatherings
- MondayN/A · Under the Son Academy
- WednesdayN/A · Under the Son Academy
About
Summary
Living Word Baptist Church in Forest, VA is a welcoming community rooted in the Baptist tradition, offering Sunday services at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM. The church emphasizes worship, community through Life Groups, and outreach through various ministries, including Deaf Ministry and Children’s Ministry Visit Us.
Details
Living Word Baptist Church is a vibrant congregation located in Forest, VA, dedicated to making disciples who love God, love others, and serve the world. The church offers Sunday worship services at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM, with the latter service specifically tailored for the Deaf community in the High School room Visit Us. The church emphasizes community through Life Groups and offers a wide range of ministries including Children’s Ministry, Student Ministry, Deaf Ministry, Men’s Ministry, Women’s Ministry, and Community Outreach. Visitors can expect a welcoming environment with opportunities to engage in small groups, learn ASL, and participate in various outreach initiatives.
From Faith Near Me
Living Word Baptist Church in Forest, VA offers a welcoming community rooted in Baptist tradition with Sunday services at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Visitors can expect a focus on worship, Life Groups, and outreach ministries, including Deaf and Children’s Ministry. The church emphasizes inclusive community engagement through diverse programs and accessible facilities.
Pros
- Welcoming environment with clear Sunday service times at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
- Dedicated Deaf Ministry with American Sign Language (ASL) classes and interpretation during services
- Comprehensive children’s and student ministries for family engagement
- Life Groups fostering small-group community connections
- Active outreach initiatives including community service and special events
- Well-equipped facilities with dedicated spaces for worship, learning, and gatherings
Cons
- ASL class area lacks accessible bathroom facilities
- Under the Son Academy has unspecified meeting times listed on the website
Reviews from around the web
Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.
- Nathan Haefera month ago
A true teaching church with amazing people that I couldn't imagine living life without. Lots of events and small groups to get plugged into. Children Ministry, Student Ministry, Deaf Ministry, and more! The campus can also host events with …
- Bea :]2 months ago
I've been going here for years, not for Sunday church but for their homeschool co-op. I went there for many years, and graduated this year. Only four stars because it was strict at times, and felt slightly constricting for people's natural …
- Levi James7 years ago
Visited this church for the deaf ministry. I am not deaf but I want to learn ASL and more about the deaf culture. Pastor John does an excellent job preaching through sign, and someone interprets his message. Very personable and welcoming people, will definitely continue to attend!
- Michael Boyd5 years ago
I've come to love the brothers at Living Word. They have embrace me as one of their own. The Men's fellowship I've experienced has been such a blessing. …
- Simona Hudson3 years ago
Very nice sermon. We visited there when they had a "fair" of different groups. We wish each table would have had easier-to-access info (i.e., a person to ask questions, or a printed brochure about the demographics, activities,...) vs. us …
- Tim Claybaugh3 years ago
Wonderful community, great children programs, and very welcoming! We enjoyed our visit and have been going since we first visited.
- Elizabeth Ostrousky4 years ago
I had a good time, everyone was helpful and very kind. The parishioners beautiful and loving people. May God bless them all.
- Linda Grubbs4 years ago
Great preacher. Been going there about 7 or 8 years. Love going to the early service.
- John Knaus3 years ago
Living Word is a great, caring church who understands that its mission is loving the Lord by loving others.
- Wendy Clark9 years ago
I went to a shower here very nice.
- Caitlyn Foxhoven8 years ago
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Under the Son Academy that is offered here on Mondays and Wednesdays for homeschoolers.
- Katherine Monetti3 years ago
Asl class. Awesome..no available bathroom..not so good
- WILLIAM SHAFER4 years ago
Was my voting station. Set up well all went well.
- Emma Franklin7 years ago
People are amazing loved the Curch
- David Martin9 years ago
Holy Spirit inspired worship and teaching!
- Dawn Burns9 years ago
Spirit filled felt like coming home
- Dan E4 years ago
Offers Church services for deaf, & hearing people.
- Keith Holloran8 years ago
Awesome Church and an. Awesome pastor!!!
- Kaylee Gokey3 years ago
I love worship
Services and facilities
Services
- Children’S Ministry
- Student Ministry
- Deaf Ministry
- Men’S Ministry
- Women’S Ministry
- Life Groups
- Nursery
- Community Outreach
- Asl Classes
Facilities
- Sanctuary
- Nursery
- Fellowship Hall
- High School Room
- Life Group Rooms
- Gym
- Asl Classes
Events and programs
Discovering Church Membership Class
Monthly
A class for new members to learn about the church’s mission and values.
One Night in Bethlehem
An annual event celebrating the birth of Jesus.
Connect
- Contact page
- Open contact page