Not everyone wants a megachurch. If you're looking for a church where the pastor knows your name, where you're missed when you're absent, and where community isn't a program but a way of life, Denver's small church scene has exactly what you need. These intimate congregations offer something the big churches can't: the kind of deep, authentic relationships that come from doing life together in a small community. Here are Denver's best small churches.

1. Denver Community Church

Non-Denominational

Denver Community Church in the Washington Park area embodies what a small church can be at its best. The congregation of around 150-200 is deeply committed to one another and to the neighborhood. Worship is warm and participatory, the teaching is honest and thoughtful, and the church's emphasis on shared meals and communal life gives it an almost family-like atmosphere. The church is involved in local homelessness initiatives and environmental stewardship, reflecting Denver's values while staying grounded in the Gospel.

Church Size	~150-200
Worship Style	Contemporary/Intimate
Known For	Community meals, neighborhood engagement

📍 Washington Park area, Denver, CO

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2. Forefront Church Denver

Non-Denominational

Forefront Church meets in a smaller, non-traditional space and attracts people who might not feel comfortable in a larger, more institutional church setting. The congregation is diverse, the atmosphere is inclusive, and the teaching deals honestly with the tensions of faith in a progressive city. Worship blends acoustic music with moments of silence and reflection. If you're a questioner, a doubter, or someone exploring faith with fresh eyes, Forefront creates a safe space for that journey.

Church Size	~100-150
Worship Style	Acoustic/Reflective
Best For	Questioners, progressive seekers, creatives

📍 Denver, CO

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3. Sojourn Church Denver

Non-Denominational

Sojourn is a church plant that has maintained its small-church feel intentionally. The congregation gathers weekly for worship but the real life of the church happens in missional communities -- small groups of 10-15 people who share meals, study Scripture, serve together, and support each other through life's ups and downs. The teaching is Gospel-centered, the worship is participatory, and the culture is radically hospitable. Sojourn proves that a church doesn't need a big building to have a big impact.

Church Size	~100-200
Worship Style	Contemporary/Participatory
Known For	Missional communities, radical hospitality

📍 Denver, CO

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4. Bloom Church Denver

Non-Denominational

Bloom Church is a small, neighborhood-rooted congregation that emphasizes being the church in everyday life, not just on Sunday mornings. The community is tight-knit and genuinely caring, the teaching is practical and grace-filled, and the church runs hyperlocal outreach in its Denver neighborhood. If you're tired of driving across town for a church that doesn't know your name, Bloom offers a walk-to-church, know-your-neighbor alternative.

Church Size	~75-125
Worship Style	Casual Contemporary
Best For	Neighborhood seekers, community-first people

📍 Denver, CO

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5. Augustana Lutheran Church (ELCA)

ELCA (Lutheran)

Augustana Lutheran is a historic neighborhood church that has served Denver for over a century. The congregation is smaller now than in its heyday, but that intimacy is its greatest strength. The worship is traditional Lutheran liturgy in a beautiful sanctuary, the community genuinely cares for one another, and the church's commitment to feeding the hungry through its food bank is remarkable for a congregation its size. Augustana proves that a small church with a big heart can move mountains.

Church Size	~100-150
Worship Style	Traditional Lutheran Liturgy
Known For	Food bank ministry, historic community

📍 Denver, CO

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6. First Mennonite Church of Denver

Mennonite

First Mennonite brings the Anabaptist tradition's emphasis on peace, simplicity, and community to Denver. The congregation is warm and welcoming, the worship includes beautiful a cappella singing (a Mennonite distinctive), and the church's commitment to peace and justice resonates deeply with Denver's progressive culture. The potluck lunches after service are legendary, and the small group discussions are honest and enriching. A unique and meaningful option for those drawn to the peace church tradition.

Church Size	~100-175
Worship Style	A Cappella singing, simple liturgy
Known For	Peace tradition, potluck community, justice ministry

📍 Denver, CO

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7. Highlands Church Denver

Non-Denominational

Highlands Church in the vibrant Highlands neighborhood is a progressive, affirming small church that draws people from across Denver. The worship blends contemporary and liturgical elements, the preaching takes a narrative, inclusive approach, and the community is fiercely committed to one another. The church's location in one of Denver's most walkable neighborhoods means members often run into each other at coffee shops and breweries throughout the week, deepening the sense of being neighbors, not just church members.

Church Size	~150-250
Worship Style	Blended Contemporary/Liturgical
Best For	Progressive Christians, Highlands neighbors

📍 Highlands neighborhood, Denver, CO

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8. Montview Boulevard Presbyterian Church

Presbyterian Church (USA)

Montview is technically a mid-size church, but its warm, personal community feel earns it a spot on this list. Located in the Park Hill neighborhood, the church has a beautiful stone sanctuary and a congregation that values thoughtful theology, meaningful worship, and hands-on service. The coffee hour after worship is genuinely social (not just awkward milling about), and the adult education classes are among the best in Denver. A wonderful choice for Presbyterians and mainline seekers alike.

Church Size	~200-300
Worship Style	Traditional Presbyterian
Best For	Mainline seekers, intellectual engagement

📍 1980 Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80220

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How We Ranked These Churches

For small churches, we weight community depth (do people really know each other?), pastoral accessibility, worship authenticity, teaching quality, and neighborhood engagement. We also consider whether the church's small size is an intentional value or just a circumstance, and how well it leverages intimacy as a ministry strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of a small church?

Small churches offer deeper relationships, more personal pastoral care, greater involvement in decision-making, and a sense of being truly known. You won't get lost in the crowd. The pastor knows your name, members notice when you're absent, and community happens naturally rather than through programs.

Do small churches have programs for kids?

Many small churches offer children's programming, though it may look different from a megachurch. Instead of a full production children's church, you might find multi-age children's classes, family worship, or a cooperative childcare arrangement. Many parents find that the intergenerational community of a small church is actually better for their children's faith development than age-segregated programs.

How small is too small for a church?

There's no universal answer. Churches as small as 25-50 people can be incredibly vibrant and healthy. The key isn't size but vitality -- is the church growing spiritually, caring for its members, and engaging its community? A church of 50 passionate people can have more impact than a church of 500 passive attendees.

Find Your Small Church Community in Denver

Denver's small churches prove that bigger isn't always better. If you're craving authentic community and meaningful worship, one of these congregations might be exactly what you need. Take the FaithScout quiz or browse all Denver churches.

1. Denver Community Church

2. Forefront Church Denver

3. Sojourn Church Denver

4. Bloom Church Denver

5. Augustana Lutheran Church (ELCA)

6. First Mennonite Church of Denver

7. Highlands Church Denver

8. Montview Boulevard Presbyterian Church

How We Ranked These Churches

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of a small church?

Do small churches have programs for kids?

How small is too small for a church?

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