Austin Oaks Church

I think they have changed their name to Austin Oaks.

I almost wish there was a six star rating for special circumstances such as these. I have been attending FEFC for a little over a year. Though my church-​going experiences are limited to only this establishment… I can say this; the facilities are new, well equipped and inviting. The people both employees and common folk alike are warm hearted, non-​judgmental and enthusiastic. The music is worth attending alone. I recommend the second service if you are a beginner like me. There is a great coffee shop across the courtyard. But above all you can truly feel God’s presence here. Rob Harrell has the incredible ability to make almost every person in the room feel as though he is speaking directly to them. He is a personable, caring and a highly remarkable pastor. I consider it a blessing to be a part of this community. I am really looking forward to seeing the ever growing effect this place has, not only on my life, but those of my friends and colleagues witnessing the joy I have found walking through the doors of this worship center Sunday mornings.

I’ve been coming to EV for a few years off and on now — There’s coffee served, and great worship music. Every seat is the best seat in the house, as the acoustics are extremely well-​designed.
2 weeks ago I attended a service that changed the way I view women — Ed Harrell gave a sermon that describes Christianity in terms both the church and «world» can understand — as men and women completing the image of who «He» is.
So to the extent that many women feel objectified — it is somewhat unfounded since they help us men reduce blind spots, and in the Old Testament (Deborah in the book of Judges) use their powers to judge, prophetize, and lead. Ed doesn’t leave biblical references out and also helps regular people grasp how God’s limitless giving works through women throughout the Bible and in our lives.
I believe that women that attended that service were enabled to feel freedom to use the talents God gives them as well as reduce feelings of bondage in a world dominated by men, such as in other religions.
So as to answer my confusion — «Who’s the leader of the Christian household?» Ed left us with this: Ask ourselves these questions «how can we better encourage women to use their gift. Who is responsible to make sure they can speak out and not feel limited?»
I risk sounding cliché, but when you leave with more questions than answers to an ongoing debate of mens’ role in relationships you know you’ve been in the dark :) Hope to see more Unilocalers here in the future.

Very solid teaching. Pastors Rob Harrel and Omar Argumedo are articulate, gifted Expository teachers of the Word of God who live what they preach. Many friendly small community groups to choose from targeting every season of life and located in a variety of locations all over Austin for both English and Spanish speakers. This church has a special interest in promoting local Christian artists and has a separate service for Latinos: Nueva Vida. There is something for everyone who wants to understand the life changing truths of the Scriptures and to experience the presence of Jesus Christ. in their daily lives.