Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Home for Faith, Community, and Growth in Long Beach
Founded in 1955, Light & Life Christian Fellowship has served Long Beach and beyond for seven decades with a mission to reach, teach, mend, and send disciples. Our church combines traditional values with innovative outreach, offering bilingual ministries, community services like weekly food distribution, and global church-planting initiatives. With over 1,300 weekly attendees, we prioritize spiritual growth through worship, Life Groups, and community engagement.Our leadership, including Pastors Joel Silva and Sean Fenner, emphasizes transparency and accountability through a democratically elected Leadership Council. We invest in infrastructure upgrades to better serve families and expand our impact through domestic and international missions. Our 24/7 prayer initiatives and weekly services reflect our commitment to fostering faith, healing, and community transformation.
Services
Worship Services
Children's Ministries
Youth Programs
Church Planting
Community Outreach
Life Groups
Prayer Ministry
Food Distribution
Bilingual Services
Global Missions
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- 70 years of community impact and spiritual leadership
- Bilingual English/Spanish ministries for diverse communities
- Weekly food distribution serving over 1,000 people
- Global church-planting initiatives across 5 continents
- Transparent governance through elected Leadership Council
What people say
Engaging youth programs
Bilingual services available
Generous community outreach
Strong children's ministry
Global mission impact
Services
Worship Services
Weekly worship experiences with contemporary and traditional elements. Services feature biblical teaching, live music, and community connection. Offered in English and Spanish with childcare available for all age groups.
Children's Ministries
Age-specific programs for infants through 5th grade. Includes interactive Bible lessons, worship activities, and safe environments for spiritual growth and community building.
Youth Programs
Engaging programs for middle and high school students. Features worship nights, discipleship groups, and annual events like winter camp to strengthen faith and relationships.
Global Missions
International outreach initiatives planting churches in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Latin America. Provides leadership training, community development, and evangelism support.
Community Outreach
Weekly food distribution serving over 1,000 families. Includes holiday events, prayer ministry, and partnerships with local organizations to address community needs.
People
Joel Silva
Pastor
Co-pastor with 20+ years of church leadership experience. Focuses on spiritual vision, community engagement, and global missions strategy. Committed to church growth and disciple development.
Sean Fenner
Pastor
Co-pastor bringing innovative approaches to ministry. Specializes in outreach programs and youth development. Leads with emphasis on biblical teaching and practical application for modern challenges.
Questions
What are your worship service times?
We offer services Sundays at 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and 12:00 PM, with Wednesday evening services at 7:00 PM.
Do you have programs for children and youth?
Yes! We provide age-specific ministries for infants through high school students, including weekly programs and annual events like winter camp.
How can I get involved in the community?
Join our weekly food distribution, holiday events, or prayer ministry. Opportunities available for volunteers of all ages and skills.
Are there Spanish language services?
Yes, our Luz y Vida ministry offers bilingual services and events in both English and Spanish.
How are donations used?
Contributions support local outreach, global missions, facility improvements, and ministry programs. All finances are stewardship by our elected Leadership Council.
