At least 11 churches in Southern California have been destroyed by fires, leaving thousands without a place to pray and find comfort. These churches were more than buildings—they were beacons of hope for their communities.
With the help of those who care, these sacred spaces can be rebuilt, restoring faith, hope, and strength to those in need
The complete destruction of the community church, which had stood for over 80 years, has deeply impacted the Altadena community
943 E Altadena Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
Pastor Andre Wilson expressed heartbreak, stating, 'Our hearts are broken,' after confirming on Facebook that the more-than-100-year-old faith community lost its church to the Eaton Fire
349 W Altadena Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
"It was incredibly devastating to see the fire burn unabated, knowing that the church and its campus were left unprotected"
1014 E Altadena Dr, Altadena, CA 91001
Pastor Christopher Spolar said “Jesus rose from the grave, and we’ll rise from the ashes. There is nothing that can stop Christ’s church—not even the gates of Hades”
1727 Kinneloa Canyon Rd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Pacific Palisades Presbyterian Church has suffered the devastating loss of its beloved sanctuary due to the fires. Pastor Matt and Pastor Grace have assured the community of their continued support and emphasized the resilience of the congregation. While grieving the loss of the sacred space, the church remains united in prayer and faith, with aid and resources being extended to those in need
15821 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Restore Churches: Rebuild sanctuaries, replace furniture, and repair facilities.
Support Communities: Provide spiritual and emotional support to families in need.
"Thanks to your generosity, our community now has a place to gather and heal again. We are forever grateful.
"– Maria, member of St. Mark's Church
"The restored altar is a symbol of hope for us all. We couldn't have done it without you."
– Pastor John, St. Michael’s Church
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Pastor’s Words: A Community in Grief
– Rev. Carri Patterson Grindon, Rector of Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church
"It was incredibly devastating to see Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church in Altadena consumed by the fire. The building, which had stood since 1949, was a symbol of our community’s faith since 1906. Learning about the destruction through a photograph was heartbreaking, especially knowing the church was unprotected. My family and I evacuated the night before, when the fire had already reached our neighborhood."
Left: Saint Mark’s Church in Altadena on 1.9.2025. Right: Saint Mark’s Church in Altadena in 2022