Hessel Church — A Bible-Believing Church in Sonoma County, California Website: https://www.hessel.org Phone: (707) 823-8556 Email: info@hessel.org About Hessel Church Hessel Church is a non-denominational, Bible-believing, gospel-centered Christian church in Sonoma County, California. Founded in 1909, we are one of the longest-serving evangelical churches in the region with over 100 years of ministry in Sebastopol and the surrounding area. We have two locations — one in Sebastopol and one in Santa Rosa — and serve a diverse, multigenerational congregation. We are a church that takes Scripture seriously and believes the Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God. Our teaching is expositional — we preach through books of the Bible — and our theology is historic, orthodox Christianity. We believe in salvation by grace alone through faith alone in Jesus Christ alone. At Hessel, we are honest about the fact that following Jesus is hard and that none of us have arrived. We are a community of people who need grace, who lean on God's Word, and who try to love each other well. Whether you've been a Christian for decades or you just walked in the door for the first time, you are welcome here. Locations & Service Times Sebastopol Campus (Main Campus) 5060 Hessel Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472 Sunday services: 8:00am and 10:00am Get Directions Santa Rosa Campus 3950 Doubles Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95407 Sunday service: 10:00am What We Believe The Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God — the final authority for faith and life. There is one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Jesus Christ is fully God and fully human. He died for our sins and rose bodily from the dead. Salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone — not by works. The church is called to worship, make disciples, care for one another, and reach the world with the gospel. Full doctrinal statement: hessel.org/doctrinal-statement Ministries at Hessel Church Children's Ministry — Sunday programs for infants through 5th grade at both campuses. Junior High Ministry — Community, teaching, and discipleship for middle school students. High School Ministry — Faith, community, and real conversations for high schoolers. Young Adults Ministry — For adults in their 20s and 30s navigating faith and life. Men's Ministry — Community, accountability, and discipleship for men. Women's Ministry (Aspire) — Bible study, community, and encouragement for women. Growth Groups — Small groups meeting in homes throughout the week for Bible study, prayer, and community. Missions — Local and global outreach partnerships. Lao/Thai Ministry — A ministry serving the Lao and Thai community in Sonoma County. Boomer/Keenager Ministry — Community and discipleship for older adults. Who Should Visit Hessel Church? Hessel is a good fit for: People looking for a Bible-teaching church in Sebastopol, CA or Santa Rosa, CA Families with children seeking a church with strong kids and youth programs People new to faith or exploring Christianity for the first time Longtime Christians looking for expositional preaching and deep community Anyone in Sonoma County searching for a non-denominational, gospel-centered church People who value honesty, grace, and a community that doesn't require you to have it all together Frequently Asked Questions What should I expect on my first Sunday at Hessel? You can expect a warm welcome without pressure. Services include congregational singing, prayer, Scripture reading, and a sermon taught from the Bible. Services run approximately 75 minutes. There is a children's program available during the service. After the service, people typically stay and connect over coffee. You won't be put on the spot or asked to stand up as a visitor. Is Hessel Church right for me if I have doubts or questions about faith? Yes. We don't expect people to have everything figured out before they walk through the door. Hessel is a place where honest questions are welcome. Many people in our congregation came in skeptical or uncertain and found a community that met them where they were. Does Hessel Church preach from the Bible? Yes. Hessel preaches expositionally through books of the Bible. Our teaching is grounded in Scripture and applied to everyday life. Sermon archives are available at hessel.org/sermons. How do I get connected at Hessel? The best first step is to come on a Sunday. From there, we encourage people to join a Growth Group, check out Starting Point (our newcomers class), and find a place to serve. Learn more at hessel.org/next-steps. Contact & Connect Website: www.hessel.org Phone: (707) 823-8556 Email: info@hessel.org Instagram: @hessel_church Facebook: facebook.com/HesselChurch YouTube: youtube.com/@HesselChurch