I have been a member here since 2003. It is a smaller church which I like because I get to know…read moremost everyone here. The people here are so inviting and friendly. The people are alot of different ages, ethnicities, backgrounds...very diverse. But we all work together to strengthen our faith and be of service to the community. It's an inspiring place.

At the time I was originally waiting for the new pastor to arrive, Josh Robinson, arrived and has…read morecome into his own after being here now for two years. Along with having a new pastor, there is also an ebb and flow of membership, but we are coming into clearly an all aged congregation and reaching out to the community with an array of services, biblical teachings, Financial Peace University trainings, Stephen Ministry program, youth groups and activities,and so much more. Just go to the website http://hopeaustin.org for more ideas on exactly involve it is with music, discipleship and worship, service and missions, and adult & children education programs -- and more!

Great church, teaching the Truth! God created Man and Woman…read morenot genders Teaching the homosexuality is a horrible sin. True Life is found in Jesus.

This is a great church with a beautiful building and loving people! My colleague and I really…read moreenjoyed getting to know the people here and we enjoyed the teaching! It's a welcoming environment with coffee (with great creamers!) and light refreshments. We enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it!

It's a Wonderful church! The Praise is wonderful, the preaching/teaching are Awesome! God is…read morethere!!! I leave blessed and knowing I've heard from Him each week!

I visited, mentioned i was single because i went through a divorce. not a friendly Church at all.read more

I met my husband for the very first time in the Prayer Garden at Great Hills Baptist Church! It…read morewas a blessing indeed! We have been married 12 years. I thank God for His blessing us.

I visited because of the most recent graduation of a DPS class. This church is large with somewhat…read moreof a maze for a parking lot. I cannot say much about the services or members of this church, as it was clear that "the state took over" for the the morning. The sanctuary was well decorated, and the church itself seemed quite large--maybe the makings of a mega...

Friendly people, great preaching / teaching, good options for kids. The music is a little loud for…read moremy taste but praise isn't supposed to entertain me, is it?

Great place to worship. Ambience is second to none. This is a good solid church with timely…read morepreaching from a committed Christian leader.

I have been a member of this church since 1978, and I love it! Many ask why there is a small…read moreMethodist church across the street from a large Methodist church and what caused the split. There never was a split, in fact under the Methodist system, a split is not possible. St. John's, was a Swedish language church until after World War II and was built across the street from 1st Methodist to share facilities. We still maintain some Swedish traditions, most notably the Yul Ötta service at 6:00 AM on Christmas morning. I once declared that I would never attend that service, but it has become my favorite and I look forward to it every year. Another interesting historical feature of the sanctuary is the rear section which in the past could be closed off with sliding doors. This section was used as a Sunday school room and earned the name "sinners section" because on Sundays it was closed off during the service. The area has two door to the outside and those who had perhaps enjoyed Saturday night too much, or were looking for a church, could be anonymous. Significantly, the collection plate never came to the back. Today it holds the original handmade pews from the first sanctuary which was located where our cemetery is now. The members of Saint John's tend chose a smaller church, I call it a "Cheers,™" church, one where everyone knows your name, because there is an excellent alternative across the street. Still, with three services we are not actually a small church and have most of the services one would expect that a much larger congregation. I think you'll find a warm welcome and great Sunday School for children and adults on any given week.

Awesome church that preaches the Word of God! Great people. Full of loving people and excellent…read moreteaching!!!

We came to this town not knowing anyone nor what church to go to. We found this church and we all…read morefell in love. They have a youth group and a kids ministry during the main service which is what we loved the most. By the second week of us coming here our kids were asking for Bibles! They even started memorizing all the books of the Bible!! We have had such a great time here and have been welcomed as if we were distance family. There are all types of ministries they have and we found our place very easily within the church.

Covenant Presbyterian Church isn't just a church--it's a love letter to Austin…read more From the moment you walk in, you realize this community is built on welcome, purpose, and a deep desire to live out God's love in real, tangible ways. Covenant doesn't just exist in the city, it's FOR the city. Whether through mission work, social justice efforts, or just good old-fashioned neighborliness, this church shows up where it matters. The pastoral team? Incredible. Thomas is an amazing speaker and motivator. He's just a hoot and will make you both laugh and cry from the pulpit. Jill brings deep warmth and clarity. She is honestly the reason I joined the church. She helped me through a tough patch 11 or so years ago and I just adore her. Ben's passion and humor is contagious. And then there's Allen Hilton, who leads our "Courageous Conversations"--deep dives into the hard stuff that most churches avoid. I lovingly call him our resident pot-stirrer (and I mean that with the highest respect). He challenges us to think, listen, and grow. Covenant is a place where questions are welcomed, differences are embraced, and faith is lived out with joy and intention. Our youth program is phenomenal...the kind of place where kids are known, valued, and genuinely excited to show up. We have three Sunday services, and the church is alive all week long with vibrant small groups for every age and stage. Seriously, if you're breathing, there's a group for you. What's especially beautiful is how diverse we are in age and background. Many of our members didn't grow up Presbyterian, but felt deeply called to be part of what's happening here, both in Austin and globally. Our missions and outreach director, Whitney seriously ROCKS. She's always coming up with amazing ways we can better serve. This isn't about checking boxes. It's about belonging, growing, and serving together. Covenant is a church that meets people where they are and walks with them toward something greater. If you're searching for a place that values community, inclusivity, thoughtful worship, and faithful action...this might just be home.

At first glance, this church might seem like the typical yuppie infested Sunday refuge, because a…read morelot of folks are dressed up and milling about with their families on the patio between services. The first few times I went to traditional services there, I confess that's what I thought. I liked the teaching, and people seemed friendly enough, though, so I stuck around long enough to really check it out. Here are some things that surprised me: 1) A contemporary service, ten45, meets in the modern building straight ahead, at guess what time? This service is worshipful and uplifting, with a relaxed and sincere vibe, modern style worship (rock band, video shorts, lyrics on screens, worship leader), and a fun kids' mini-lesson before the sermon. The senior pastor preaches the same sermon there as the traditional services, hopping around between them. He has a great sense of humor, while not straying from intelligent teaching. People tend to dress more casually at this service. It's my favorite. 2) The youth groups have a lot of kids and do a lot of stuff. If you have kids, they will probably like it. There's even an indoor gym. 3) The church is really involved in missions, in Austin and internationally. I don't just mean that they donate money. The members actually go places like downtown Austin to work with homeless kids, and churches and communities in Cuba and Africa. Church members have actually sponsored an entire community in Senegal through World Vision. 4) There are a lot of classes and groups that are open to anyone who wants to come, and people are nicer and more open than they seem at first, while wearing their Sunday best. 5) This church is huge. Four services on a Sunday kind of says it all.