This is a review of College Avenue from the perspective of a bride who was recently married here…read more When my husband and I decided to get married in my hometown, I knew I wanted to have our wedding ceremony at College Avenue. I grew up attending this church, though my parents never formally joined. For non-members like us, the fee for a wedding ceremony is nearly twice what it is for members, but the church has to make money, so I can't blame them for that. The church staff were truly a pleasure to work with, especially for a bride planning her wedding from across the country. Pastor Lisa Schubert Nowling is a very genuine and warm person and was wonderful throughout the wedding process. We had three premarital counseling sessions in the year leading up to the wedding, which is standard practice at College Avenue. Since my husband and I live in San Francisco, she was willing to do some sessions over Skype. Though Pastor Lisa didn't know either of us very well before we decided to get married at College Avenue, the ceremony she put together was so beautiful. We got many compliments later about how personal and touching the service was. Mrs. Lemna is the wedding coordinator at College Avenue. She made sure that the rehearsal ran smoothly and everyone knew exactly where to go and what they were doing on the big day. John Emert, the organist, was great to work with as well and a talented musician who was willing to offer a suggestion on the music when I asked. As you can see in the photos, the church itself is very beautiful and was a picturesque place to get married, but it's Pastor Lisa and her staff that really made the whole experience very special.

From the owner: Welcome to our all inclusive church in Muncie! On November 28, 2021, members of the former…read moreRiverside and College Avenue United Methodist Churches embarked on an adventure. Bringing our respective century-long histories in the Muncie community, we began a new chapter – a new book, really – to form a Community of Hope. Yes, we are the product of a merger, but in merging, we long to create something new – a new culture with a new identity. While respecting and honoring our heritage, we also embrace the new thing God is doing in and among us.

Same issue.. car got towed overnight on college welcome week. We had no idea it was not allowed…read moreand there was no warning given.. just towed. My 18 year old's first experience with college and this church/towing company obviously thought punitive punishment and $ making was more important than welcoming her to the church. Note to church, a nice warning letter and invitation to church would have reached out better to the community and newcomers.

I don't understand how you have a parking lot but don't allow people to park in it. If they're…read moreparked on a day you don't have events, why tow? I parked on a Friday night while you had no events going on... makes no sense to have such a huge lot with no one allowed to park there. If God preaches about sharing, shouldn't you... I don't know... let it be a public place to park? Wow.

While I didn't attend a Sunday service at Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie, I certainly…read morewould after my initial experience this evening in attending a fundraising event at one of Muncie's more progressive religious voices. Unitarian-Universalists are, by intention, religiously diverse communities. This can differ from community to community, though none that I've ever seen would fall within the realm of anything resembling a traditional Christian faith community. Instead, they tend to embrace diverse paths and also tend to be respectful of individual faith journeys. You certainly will find some who attend who would define themselves as more progressive Christians. You'll find Buddhists, humanists, agnostics, atheists, and pretty much everything across the progressive theological spectrum. While you can certainly find some people who are more conservative in U-U churches, for the most part the denomination leans progressive. The Unitarian-Universalist Church of Muncie had generously agreed to host a comedy DVD release show, 100% of the proceeds to charity, at no cost to the event. There was even a member who attend to ensure set-up was complete and that audio was handled. While I had wished other church members would attend, especially given the comic's attending a U-U church and my own membership in an Indy U-U church, but hopefully this can occur sometime in the future with more relationship building. The church itself is quite beautiful, a wooded lot provided a serene setting . There's a front parking area with two accessible spots (both ADA compliant with curb cuts). There's another lot to the side of the church, as well, though I don't believe it has accessible parking and is a little rocky in spots. That said, I had zero issues with parking. The church has a couple of entryways and being on one floor they were all fairly easily accessible (though the doors were not automatic, as is the case at my U-U church). The sanctuary is stunning with some floor-to-ceiling windows that look out over the wooded lot. Quite beautiful. The entire sanctuary is accessible except for the small speaker's area that could likely be made accessible - the ground is level enough that a disabled speaker could also easily sit in front of the congregation (I used this basic set-up tonight myself). This church has a senior minister and a community minister on staff. They also offer a Coordinator of Youth Programming, Director of Music, Director of Lifespan Education, and an Office Administrator. The church is in a residential area, though it's actually quite close to SR 332. They offer Ball State campus ministry and, as is true of nearly all U-U churches, do a wide variety of social justice projects. They don't seem to be super strong with web/social media - for example, in looking up their website I noticed they still have an event listed for May, 2019. The U-U church history in Muncie goes back all the way to 1859, though I believe they've only been in their current location since the late 1960's. Overall, I was really happy with this experience and would unquestionably return. There seems to be a strong interfaith embrace here - their windows and stain glass reflect a wide variety of interfaith traditions and I loved the church's open display of its historical roots and pastoral lineage. The member we met with tonight, Rick, was super friendly and helpful and we were really impressed when a member came in to try to help with an air conditioning issue. They were warm, open, hospitable, generous, and the U-U Church of Muncie is open, affirming (including LGBTQ), and is quite accessible (in fact, I noticed another wheelchair in the building at one point). I spend a fair amount of time in Muncie and hope to go back in the future for a Sunday service!

This religious community has offered me a safe-haven to explore my spirituality for the past five…read moreyears or so. Within this community are individuals of various backgrounds and life paths that support and honor each others journey. I was particularly drawn to the UUCM because of its emphasis on social justice. If you are seeking an accepting, liberal religious home, well... the Unitarian Universalist Church is the best game in town.

MAC is a bible believing, teaching, preaching church that does not bend to the whims of culture. If…read moreyou are interested in growing in intimacy in Christ, living out the fruit of the spirit, serving through the gifts of the spirit, sharing your grace stories, and stewarding your life for God, then MAC is what you are searching for. Only 4 stars though. Sanctification does not mean perfection.

Amazing people who welcomes their guests like no other and makes everyone feel welcome. If you are…read morelooking for a church that is full of love then this is the place for you. The church is moving forward with new forms of outreach and they recently got a new pastor that is amazing! I encourage you to go and check it out. This church will do whatever it takes to help you in your faith walk.

They say first impressions mean a lot...and that humility goes a long way. That's how everyone is…read moretreated at Destiny Christian Center International in Muncie, IN.

From the owner: Bible Based, Charismatic, Children's Ministry, Multicultural…read more Services: Church, Worship. Location Facts: Former Spring Water Park. East of the Bypass.