Travis Park United Methodist Church

A very nice church downtown!
This is a very old and historic church. The building was built in 1886! This church was built in response to Col. Travis’ letter to a Methodist publication asking for a greater Methodist presence in San Antonio.
They do a lot of great things for the homeless around San Antonio, giving a service where they are specifically welcomed. They also provide a great deal of other non-​spiritual help for the homeless, including meals, health services, and counseling. They are really doing great things for the less fortunate around San Antonio to get them back on their feet.
It’s a really cool old building, with a spire that looks like a castle. The heavy limestone walls and large rounded arch windows are great examples of the Romanesque-​Revival style. There’s a stained glass window that has over 4,700 pieces in it. Amazing!
They make you feel welcome around here, and they are always giving back to the community. They really send a positive and inspirational message.

Sooooooooooo, it feels pretty weird to review a church. I know some might be shocked that I am going back to church, but alas– I walked through the doors and didn’t burst into flames! This immediately made me feel much better.
My aversion to church has mostly come from the fact that a lot of churches aren’t cool with who I’m cool with: my gays and mi gente. So when husband and I were looking for a church due to some recent life changes, I knew I wanted a church that actually gave a shiz about the people Jesus gave a shiz about– believe it or not, I am a former bible bowl competitor circa 1994 and have read the bible cover to cover, y’all!
In all honesty, I look forward to attending this church now. I’ve been attending for six weeks and I think I’ve found my home. The 11 o’clock service is very active and joyful, and all are welcome from phD to GED, gay, straight, transgendered, homeless… we all get together and try to be more like Jesus, because I’ve never had a problem with Jesus… only many Christians. I don’t feel like I have to check my brain and identity at the door, but I am challenged to live a more simple life and dial down my ego. And Lord knows I need both.
They serve the homeless downtown in so many ways– providing meals, fellowship and free medical care to all who seek it. Can’t get much more awesome than that.

This congregation is friendly and open to all. I have attended both sermons. Early morning is very traditional. Followed by a motivational chior and sermon. It is not an entertainment sermon it is a relaxed service with a strong motivational message. I have attended other methodist congregations this one is my favorite so far. The building is historic with walking distance to the riverwalk, coffee shop, and childrens museum.