Cathedral of Christ the Light Review

A beautiful place for contemplation and prayer. I like to visit Jesus in the stillness of the mausoleum.

This is absolutely must visit in east Bay. The Cathedral was designed by Craig Hartman, it is the new "mother Church" of the Diocese of Oakland. Beautiful architecture beside lake Merritt. Visited in a quiet Sunday sit in quietly just feeling all the light shine through, amazing experience. This place open to public, you can just walk in.

"The innovation in this Cathedral is the usage of light with it's walls. The wall are constructed of 1028 panes of patterned glass which defuse light into the interior. as the sun crosses over from sunrise to sunset, from the beginning of time to time's fulfilment in Christ, the play between the glass and the wood generates different qualities of light through the day. at night, the cathedral become a beacon of light"

The structure looks interesting from outside. But once inside it's a bit of a let down in comparison. There really isn't much going on. Haven't attended service here, so can't speak of the acoustics.

Architecture aside, it's peaceful and clean. Good place to come, sit and meditate/contemplate.

Beautiful church to attend mass. Everyone is very friendly. They check your temp upon entering, they observe social distancing, and have hand sanitizer dispensers for all to use.

Very modern architecture. Perfect to take photos from the lake.

Serene and magical place to rest and contemplate life. Stunning cathedral with mausoleum that feels sacred. The space is so intentional. (Nice bathrooms and drinking fountain.) Free tour weekdays at 1pm.

Personal freedom started here for me, IDC what *anyone* has to say about Catholicism.
A good priest is better than a heavily-armed soldier any day.
Please, if you don't agree keep your comments to yourself.
This is Holy ground and should be treated as such.

Horrible experience with your security guard Ari who asked us to leave the public area for taking photos. Disgusting attitude.

This is one of the most beautiful churches I've ever been in in my life. The stunning exterior gives a slight hint to the gorgeous all wood interior with its two massive sets of organ pipes. Usually open during the day but if you go in be respectful be quiet and take your hat off before you go inside. You can walk around the exterior walkway and marvel at the woodwork and the light or just sit in one of the pews and enjoy the serenity of the quietude. Always ask if there's someone at the door if you can go inside they usually say yes but it is a house of worship.