Shades Valley Community Church

About this church

Shades Valley Community Church worships Sundays at 10:00 a.m. on Oxmoor Road in Homewood. Founded in 1991, the congregation describes itself as an authentic community centered on Christ through Scripture, simple family worship, and everyday mission rather than ministry as a collection of events. Its history includes several early meeting locations before the church established its present local identity in the Birmingham area.

During Sunday worship, children meet by age to learn about the life of Christ, memorize Scripture, pray, worship, and complete activities; snacks are provided, and families should tell the check-in desk about allergies. Background-checked volunteers serve alongside the children’s director. Youth ministry emphasizes close relationships, biblical teaching, prayer, discussion, and service, with Wednesday gatherings designed for active participation rather than entertainment alone. A first-time family should arrive before 10:00 for check-in and allergy information. Because student gatherings and other ministries may follow the school calendar, confirm their current dates while relying on the visitor page for the main Sunday hour.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Sunday visit information · Church history and identity · Sunday children’s ministry

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• Sunday children’s ministry — during worship; arrive early for check-in
• Wednesday youth gathering — confirm current school-year schedule

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