FAQ

The following are the "Top Ten Most Frequently Asked Questions" when people first come into contact with Westlake United Methodist Church.

• What makes WUMC different?
  The Westlake Church Family is a group of imperfect people who have been brought together by the grace of God to worship Him, to be reminded of his forgiveness and to find out what He wants us to do in this world. During our weekend services, uplifting music, challenging media and drama presentations with practical messages present the timeless truths of the Bible that can be easily understood and applied to your daily life. There is a great opportunity for the entire family to be involved in this congregation.
   
• What are your Weekend Services like?
  We work hard to make sure every service is creative and relevant to your life. Someone will greet you on our front porch. Feel free to sit where you want to. Our 9:00 service is a contemporary praise service while our 11:15 service is more traditional in format.
   
• What about my children?
  Children are welcome in the worship services. We have activity packets for them and a special time for them as a part of the service. Your kids will be blessed to be a part of Sunday School. Our Children's Ministry Team works hard to have classes that include music, crafts, and a great Bible story on their level. Please note that children's classes are at 10:10 am, our Sunday School hour for adults, youth, and children. Our fully staffed nursery is a clean, safe and caring environment that is open during our services. Parents are given a pager for instant communication.
   
• What does WUMC believe?
  While Westlake United Methodist is a scripture-based church, we believe that scripture should be interpreted through tradition, reason, and experience. Any single scriptural passage should be interpreted in the context of the overarching story of God's grace revealed in Jesus Christ. Believing that God's grace is extended to all persons, the Journeys Sunday School Class has affiliated with the Reconciling Ministries Network.
   
• Will I have to say anything, sign anything, give anything, or be singled out in any way?
  No. If you are our guest, we won't ask you to wear a sticker or stand up or stand out in any way. We don't even ask that you give a dime in our offering baskets. We want you to remain as anonymous as you want to be, but we do encourage you to come for several weeks so that you can see all that is going on at WUMC. We would like for you to fill out one of our registration cards so that we can get more information about WUMC to you. However, no one will visit or call on you without your permission.
   
• Can I find out what this week's service is going to be about?
  That is easy. Simply email us at info@westlake-umc.org. You will usually receive an email back within 24 hours.
   
• How do I get to your church?
  Click here for directions or click here for a map. We have people attending from all over the Austin area.
   
• What do I wear?
  Whatever you feel comfortable in. People wear everything from "Sunday best" to business casual to shorts and sandals. Feel free to leave the tie and high heels at home.
   
• What do you have for middle and high school students?
  Our Student Ministry, led by J.D. Herrera, offers a program of get-togethers, retreats, music, service opportunities & mission trips, bible study, and student-led worship.
   
• What if I have another question?
  Please feel free to contact us at info@westlake-umc.org.