The Avenue Church - Waxahachie Campus — Local services in Waxahachie

Ive attended The Avenue Waxahachie for a year March 19, 2023. Ever since I stepped inside the door, Ive felt "at home," a feeling Ive never really felt at my other church. I saw no "cliques." Im sure there are some, but its not at all felt! At the time, I needed a change bc my life was falling apart. People embraced me & I made friendships the first day! The second Sunday I signed up to volunteer! I also got connected with a small group & joined the Celebrate Recovery program. The music is upbeat & draws you in (wish it was longer), yes the lights are bright, but how do we think worship will be in Heaven? I think itll be like that, only better! Pastor David speaks on a personal level in ways we understand, sometimes the message hits you in the gut, but in a good way. It IS scripturally based, which I read on another review, that it wasnt. My 90 yr old dad is from a strict Southern Bapt background, he taught Bible & was a Sunday School teacher for 30 yrs. it takes alot to impress him & he likes to critique pastors. Its hard for him to get around bc he has issues with his legs, but he gets up early to go with me to church. He LOVES Pastor David & his teachings. Hes even opened Daddy's eyes on some things that he THOUGHT he knew!!! Anyway, its all in what you like, how you perceive what "church" is. Some people like/love it, others do not. In my experience, God directed me to this church, thus my life was changed. So what is different from other churches that Ive attended? I believe its the LOVE that is shown to others, the acceptance that ALL people have issues & there are "avenues" to get help. If youve tried this church before & you had a bad experience, please...

We were deluged with greetings from the parking lot, through the foyer and into a dark auditorium with friendly, but rehearsed army of assigned greeters. If you like very loud music with flashing lights in your eyes so dark you cannot recognize anyone, for a 45-minute service, you will be right at home. At no time did anyone sitting around us showed any friendship, although the ushers were very helpful. The stage musicians were very professional and talented, resembling a concert, but in no way could it be said that the congregation was lead into WORSHIP. The musicians were enthusiastic and impressive. According to my observation, 90% of the people stood silent and motionless as if being entertained, and not brought into any noticeable spiritual intimacy with God. The pastor’s message on prayer was enlightening, but short on time and shallow on more supporting Scripture. There was no Gospel message presented to unbelievers or an altar call to offer salvation from hell to heaven. If you want a quickie church service without conviction and no one making friends with you, this is the one. Apparently this type of ministry is popular as there were multiple services filled with...

I've gone to this church my entire life.. So when Easter rolled around this year, I was excited to bring my kids and Grandpa with me. However after my experience I dont know if I'll ever be back. The younger usher that was working the 11am service was so incredibly rude and argued with me when me and my grandpa had to sit a few rows back from the front. I told him that the music is too loud for my my grandpa's hearing aid and it hurts his ears. The usher proceeded to argue with me saying that's not allowed! in front of everyone over and over. Then when I told my grandfather " I'm hoping the usher also sits in on the service because it seems like he needs it today" He walks back over and starts trying to tell me off LOUDLY in front of everyone...Then when I go pick up my 3 year old from the toddler room, the child care person in front of other parents tells me how bad my child was not once but twice, with a disgusted look on her face! I dont know what has happened to this place, but I hope they start choosing the people that are the face of the church more wisely. On...