Midweek Group Scrimmage is THIS SUNDAY

March 16th, 2016 | John Chandler

At Austin Mustard Seed, we say that we are a church that practices the way of Jesus. Sometime that literally means PRACTICE. This Sunday we’ll host a Midweek Group Scrimmage. We’ll share lunch together in the Seminary’s Dining Hall. Over lunch, we’ll gather with our groups to practice the two key elements of our groups: LISTENING to God and LISTENING … Read More

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Grief Circle, March 7

March 3rd, 2016 | John Chandler

Scripture calls us to “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” That’s why we’re hosting Grief Circle on March 7. Grief is the normal and natural reaction to loss of any kind. Grief Circle is a gathering for people who are  grieving significant changes or loss, such as the death of a family member or friend, the end of a relationship … Read More

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Dinner For Six is Happening Now!

March 2nd, 2016 | John Chandler

  The best things in life tend to happen over meals. That’s why we keep returning to “Dinner for Six.” Dinner for Six is a simple potluck meal with your friends, new and old, at Austin Mustard Seed. Dinners are going on from now until March 19. To participate, just email Chris and let him know you’re interested!  

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This is One of the Best Ways to Learn More About Austin Mustard Seed

December 8th, 2015 | John Chandler

“Why do we do what we do?” It’s an important question. It’s also hard to really answer on a Sunday morning or a webpage. That’s why we regularly host the Austin Mustard Seed Primer. While eating East Side Pies, we’ll talk about who we want to become and what it means to be part of our church community. We’ll also have … Read More

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Sunday Lunch: Kickball!

October 14th, 2015 | John Chandler

This Sunday after Liturgy, we’ll head over to Brentwood Neighborhood Park (6710 Arroyo Seco, Austin, Texas 78757) for a nice picnic lunch and a friendly game of kickball. Lunch will be provided, so please RSVP on Facebook or email Chris Morton. Here’s a few things you’ll want to bring: A donation to cover lunch cost Sunscreen A camping chair Clothes to run around in … Read More

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We Are Grilling this Sunday

September 2nd, 2015 | John Chandler

Third Annual Labor Day Eve Cookout September 6! No work on Monday? Then let’s grill on Sunday! We’ll converge on the home of Shaun and Jamie McCormick at 6pm on Sunday, September 6 (3006 Stoneway Dr). We’ll enjoy a (hopefully) cool night in the back yard to relax and catch up. Bring your own: Chair Grillable Main Dish Drinks Games Friends … Read More

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Great Groups Need Great Facilitators

August 26th, 2015 | John Chandler

Midweek Groups are launching in just a few weeks, and I’m super excited to have you with us. In the past we’ve been pretty open with our groups, when they meet, what they do, etc. The feedback we’ve gotten is that people love their groups, but they would benefit from a little more structure and guidance. We also want to … Read More

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This Wednesday: Final Summer Gals Night!

August 3rd, 2015 | John Chandler

All summer long, we’ve enjoyed guys and gals nights on alternating weeks. This week is our final Gals night of the summer. We’ll meet at the home of Bethany Cheng at 6714 Tampa Cv., starting at 7pm. Bring a snack or drink to share!

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Weekend Brunch at Central Market!

July 13th, 2015 | John Chandler

We’re always looking for opportunities to see each other throughout the week. This Saturday, July 18, we’ll be meeting up for brunch at Central Market at 4001 N Lamar Blvd at 11:30 am. Bring some sunscreen so you can play enjoy the playground, and a friend!

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Tonight! Summer Midweek Groups Begin!

June 10th, 2015 | John Chandler

Gals Women will meet at 7pm in the home of Bethany Cheng (6714 Tampa Cove). The evening will begin with a brief Hospitality check-in, sharing how we are each learning to be hospitable this summer. Then we will continue with a simplified version of the story night we did last summer. (We still need one or two people to share … Read More

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