ABOUT US

Woodlawn is a caring church with a dynamic purpose. We are a multi-generational church which seeks to blend worship styles and life experiences together so that we can connect to God and others.

You will find a casual feel on Sunday morning. Our worship at 9AM is a blended service with a choir, piano, and organ, while our 11:11AM worship is band led. There is a long tradition of being a strong moderate Baptist presence in South Austin which makes our church a friendly environment for people of all backgrounds.

We hope you will come connect with us.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission of Woodlawn is to connect people to Christ, to grow in relationship with God and community, and to serve others. 

OUR PURPOSE

The purpose of the church is described in Acts 2:42, and it includes: Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, and Evangelism. Our church seeks to live out these activities at Woodlawn. The theme in our spiritual endeavors at Woodlawn is to Connect, Grow, and Serve. The goal for all who attend Woodlawn is to be involved in this discipleship process in their lives. The desire for those who attend is not just making a commitment to attend church on Sunday but making a commitment to follow God and focus on our Lord in all things.

Woodlawn is also a grace-filled Church. It accepts people where they are in their walk with God.  At the same time, Woodlawn teaches how to love God through obedience to His commandments.  A healthy church will strive to balance the tension between loving God through obedience and loving people regardless of our differences. To emphasize obedience without love is legalistic.  To emphasize love of others without teaching God’s commandments fails to provide a solid foundation for life.  John 3:16-21,1 John 5:1-5, Matthew 22:37-40.

STATEMENT OF FAITH

God
We believe in the one true and living eternal God, the Creator of heaven and earth, revealed in three persons: Father (God), Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit. God is all powerful, all present, and all knowing. God will rule forever. God is love.

Jesus Christ
We believe in Jesus Christ, the Word became flesh, fully God and fully human, who died for us then was raised from the dead and ascended into heaven. Christ’s return will complete God’s redemptive mission. Jesus Christ is the only mediator between God and humanity.  It is through a faith in Jesus Christ that a follower experiences eternal life.

Holy Spirit
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Helper, God’s presence with us, who teaches us and leads us to grow in faith. We receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon us.

The Bible
We believe that the Bible is the divinely inspired authority for life and faith. It is the record of God’s revelation of Himself to man. The Bible is God’s Word and accomplishes His purpose and will stand forever.

Humanity and Salvation
We believe that humans were created in the image of God, they were created male and female. Humankind disobeyed God and fell from a sinless state when tempted by Satan. Because all humans are sinful, they are separated from God and stand in need of rescue and redemption. Because of His great love, God provided a way for humanity to be put right with Him. The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ provides for rescue and redemption from sin.

We believe Salvation is a gift that comes by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.  By professing that Jesus is Lord and believing in your heart that God raised Jesus from the dead, you will have a relationship with God that leads to eternal life.

The Church
We believe the church was instituted by Jesus and He is the head of the church. The church is the gathered community of believers built together for God by the Spirit and serving as the body of Christ in the world. The church is called to be Christ’s ambassadors and given the responsibility to share the message of Jesus Christ.  It is a message of sacrifice and love that restores broken relationships with God and others. These actions glorify God.

 Marriage and Sexuality 
We believe that marriage has been established by God to be a life-long, covenant relationship between one male and one female. We also believe that sexual activity is intended by God to be expressed solely in the context of a loving marriage between a husband and wife.

Kindness and Respect
We believe that every person has been wonderfully made by God and should be afforded love, kindness, compassion, respect and dignity.