Gracepoint Austin Church

I first visited the church about a year after it was planted, and even back then I was pleasantly surprised at the sense of warm and close community that had already formed. That day was a special service where some freshmen brothers were baptized, each sharing their own story about how they came from places far from God to wanting to surrendering their lives through how God revealed himself through this church.
Fast forward to today, years later, I myself have joined the church with my family. Those same guys are still here, now having matured much in faith and actively loving people and sharing the Gospel. To me, their personal spiritual journeys are a glimpse into the kind of life-​transformation that I’m continuing to witness, through all the times in the Word together, the fun fellowship, and the sharing of lives that goes on day after day.
The church is not a museum of saints, but a hospital for sinners. No church is perfect, but for many like myself, this has been the place of our broken lives being transformed by God. And these former strangers are now the people with whom I get to serve and follow Jesus, and have a lot of fun doing it together!

Good church that’s really geared towards college students. You’ll walk in to a place where majority of the students are from UT and there is a warm, friendly atmosphere where people are genuinely interested in getting to know you. The time of singing praise is good, but won’t knock your socks off if that’s what you look for in a church like Austin Stone, but it’s definitely a worshipful experience as the entire congregation sings with heartfelt passion. The messages are relevant and engaging mainly because you’re left with a very concrete take away that you can apply right away to your life, whether your Christian or not. After the service is over there is a free, hearty meal that you can enjoy, as well as a shuttle service that will take you back to the dorms. I highly recommend it.

Dropped by here this past weekend and it’s a solid church. The teaching pastor, Pastor Joong (Jonathan) Lee gives insightful and funny messages, and has a particular knack for using puns, of which I’m rather indifferent to. The members of this church are friendly and dedicated to the Gospel. It’s an ethnically diverse congregation, ranging from college students to working adults.
The praise band is talented, although that’s more tertiary than essential when I evaluate a church. Besides their core ministry to college students, they minister to international students, convalescent homes, and youths in local churches. Their commitment to the Gospel is visible through the way they live out their lives, in their faith and works of service. Despite its relatively small size in a bustling town with a growing economy, this Gracepoint community is not one to be missed.
So will I come back? Certainly, if I ever have reason to visit Austin again. There’s so much good food in Austin and the brothers & sisters at Gracepoint Austin are far more than willing to accommodate your taste buds’ delight with Tex-​Mex fare that will surely give my doctor significant concern for my long-​term health. But all kidding aside, this is a great church, similar to its sister counterparts in Berkeley and Davis. Whether you’re new to the area or an Austin native, it’s worth visiting at least once.

I honestly have strong mixed feelings. It breaks my heart being torn. I love the people, but ultimately decided it was not a fit for me.
I have also taken down my original review, but will share it upon personal message request. Everything I have previously said, I do stand behind. I believe in forgiving and thus in my heart desire to give those who have hurt me a clean slate.
I will say I’ve been with this church since my freshman year of undergrad. I would recommend finding a church and fellowship that best fits you. That’s more important. Look into how biblically sound a church is and where you are likely to grow the most.
Be advised I would read what others have to say with great caution. One may speak well with charisma, but it’s what one does that really matters most.

Gracepoint Austin, is a good church
A place to grow, or start a spiritual search
I know the people, they’re pretty legit
They take God seriously, and also got wit
I have been to this church several times cuz I have friends who started it. One thing about Gracepoint Austin that I like is the fact that they take God seriously, they’re very counter-​cultural, and these people know how to love.
I really like the messages given by Pastor Manny, and Sunny (his wife) is just that, sunny, she’s really cool. As for the community there, it’s indeed something different. The relationships they have with one another show history, and a perseverance that is special.
Most importantly… if you go there, ask them about Rudy’s. It’s THE place to go for BBQ. Gas station, white bread, and brisket… doesn’t get any better than that. But in regards to spiritual food, (and physical food) this place is great in my book.