We are a community learning to do the things that Jesus said to do. One of the most obvious things he taught is also the one of hardest to do: Forgive people who hurt us. At 7pm on Monday, August 4, we will host Dr. Jim Wilder and Chris Coursey from Life Model Works. Dr. Wilder is a neuroscientist and pastor. … Read More
Another word for “disciple” would be “learner.” When we say we are disciples of Jesus, we are saying that we are actively learning to think like Jesus and do the things he said to do. A learner is a person who reflects on key moments, ideas or scriptures and asks two questions: “What is God telling me?” “What am I going to … Read More
Something happened 2000 years ago that changed the world. Whatever you believe you can’t deny it. In all of history, nothing stands out like the life of Jesus. For much of life Jesus taught how to live and die. Then one Friday, he demonstrated it. This Friday, Austin Mustard Seed will gather for a Good Friday Liturgy. On this sollemn … Read More
The Austin Kite Festival is on of the most fun days of the year. On Sunday, March 2, we’ll skip our regular Sunday Lunch, we’ll head to Zilker to fly a kite and enjoy the sunshine. Transportation can be tricky, so plan ahead to carpool, ride bikes or take the bus. See you there!
Christmas is just a few weeks away. Mark your calendar for the inaugural Austin Mustard Seed Cocoa and Carols night. We’ll meet at the farm of our friends Jason and Gena Minnix (3520 A Victorine Lane, Garfield 78617) at 7pm on Friday, December 20. Mark your calendars. RSVP, and invite others, via Facebook. Cocoa and marshmallows will be provided, but you can … Read More
Sunday night, Austin Mustard Seed hosted our first ever “Taster.” It was an opportunity to practice Liturgy, literally doing “the work of the people“. John Chandler used this picture to describe the experience. The experience was both bumpy and beautiful. We sang songs, prayed prayers and took the Eucharist. The space wasn’t perfect, and the technology wasn’t ideal. One major highlight … Read More
Who doesn’t love free samples? They provide the opportunity to get a taste for something new. Even better they are free! Beginning Sunday, July 21, Austin Mustard Seed will host a series of Liturgy “Tasters”. We need your help as we explore how to host a weekly gathering. During our time together, we will share a sacred meal called Eucharist, … Read More
Join us this Sunday, July 14 as we prepare a meal for the families staying at Ronald McDonald House. As we start anew at Austin Mustard Seed, serving together is key. We believe that God loves the people of North/Central Austin. As this new church community forms, much of it will be around our passion for serving our neighbors. Who: … Read More
What does it mean to “cultivate” a new Church? Cultivate is the process of turning arid lands into rich soil where plants can flourish. Austin Mustard Seed is in the process of cultivating a group of Jesus followers into the core of a New Church. Who: You and Your Friends What: Cultivate Week Two, then dinner at Rudy’s Barbecue Where: … Read More
On Sunday, June 23, Austin Mustard Seed is starting anew. We’ll begin this new adventure by grilling together. Great things in life happen around food. You meet your best friend in the lunch room, your special someone over dessert or watch your favorite movie at the Alamo Drafthouse. Jesus used dinner as an object lesson so his friends would never … Read More