We can’t wait to welcome you this Sunday.
Visiting a new church for the first time can feel overwhelming. We've designed every detail of your visit to be clear, welcoming, and completely stress-free.
Your Sunday morning step-by-step.
Here is what your morning looks like from the moment you pull into our parking lot to when you leave.
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1. Pull In & Easy Guest Parking
Follow the signs to our dedicated Guest Parking right in front of the main entrance arch. Greeters in terracotta shirts will smile, wave, and point the way.
2. Grab Free Craft Coffee in the Lobby
Step inside our naturally lit lobby. Help yourself to complimentary freshly brewed local Austin drip coffee, cold brew, or hot teas.
3. Check In Kids at Grace Kids
If you have children (ages 6 weeks – 5th grade), our team will print matching security name badges and walk you right to their clean, age-specific room.
4. Worship & Practical Message (65 min)
Find a comfortable seat anywhere. We sing uplifting songs for 20 minutes, pray for our city, and hear a 30-minute practical message from Scripture.
5. Meet the Pastors & Pick Up a Gift
After service, stop by the Welcome Hub to meet Pastor Marcus & Elena and grab a free welcome gift bag with local coffee beans and mugs!
Bringing children? They will love it.
Our Grace Kids team is dedicated to providing a joyful, secure, and spiritually enriching environment for ages 6 weeks through 5th grade.
Grace Kids Safety & Check-In
Peace of Mind for Parents
Pre-Register or Check In
Pre-register online or visit our Kids Check-In desk in the lobby.
Matching Security Tags
You receive a parent claim sticker matching your child's name badge.
Secure Pickup
Only the parent with the matching physical code can pick up the child.
Let Us Know You're Coming
We'll have a friendly host waiting at the front doors to greet you, show you around, help with kids check-in, and save you a great seat.
We Can't Wait to Meet You!
We've saved your visit details. Check your email for parking directions and a direct contact for your Sunday host.
Everything you might be wondering.
Honest answers to the most common first-time visitor questions. If you have any other questions, reach out anytime!
What time should I arrive, and where do I park?
We recommend arriving 10 to 15 minutes before the service begins (8:45 AM or 10:45 AM at Central Campus; 9:45 AM at Downtown Campus). This gives you plenty of time to park, grab a complimentary craft coffee or tea in the lobby, and comfortably check in your kids.
At Central Campus, dedicated Guest Parking is clearly marked right in front of the main entrance. At Downtown, we offer free parking validation at the Corazon Garage directly across the street. Friendly greeters in terracotta shirts will be at the curb to direct you!
What should I wear?
Come as you are. You will see people wearing everything from jeans, t-shirts, and sneakers to casual dresses and button-downs. Austin is a relaxed city, and our church culture reflects that. Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable.
What happens to my children during the service?
Your children will experience a safe, fun, and age-appropriate environment created just for them! Grace Kids is available for infants (6 weeks) through 5th grade.
All teachers and volunteers undergo thorough nationwide background checks and safety training. We use an electronic matching-tag check-in system, meaning only the parent or guardian with the matching security tag can pick up your child. You are also welcome to keep your children with you in the main service if you prefer!
Will I be singled out, put on the spot, or asked to stand up?
Never. We will not ask visitors to stand up, raise their hands, or wear an awkward badge. You can participate as much or as little as you feel comfortable, or simply sit back and observe. We want you to explore faith at your own pace without pressure.
How long is the Sunday service, and what is worship like?
Our services last approximately 65 to 70 minutes.
Each service includes 20 minutes of engaging, multi-generational musical worship (a thoughtful mix of modern songs and timeless hymns led by an acoustic/electric band), a time of community prayer, and a 30-minute practical, Gospel-centered message taught from the Bible by one of our pastors.
Is there coffee, and what is the lobby experience like?
Yes! We have a full coffee bar in the lobby with free locally roasted Austin drip coffee, cold brew, and hot teas.
Feel free to grab a drink and bring it with you into the auditorium. The lobby is warm, casual, and a natural place to meet people or chat with our welcome team.
Is the building wheelchair accessible and sensory-friendly?
Hospitality means welcoming everyone.
Both our Central and Downtown campuses are 100% ADA compliant with step-free entrances, wheelchair seating, accessible restrooms, and assisted listening devices available at the info desk. We also have a quiet room with service audio for nursing mothers or individuals needing a lower-sensory environment.
Am I expected to give money or put something in the offering?
No. Giving is an act of worship for members and regulars who call Grace & Peace their spiritual home.
As a guest, please do not feel any obligation to give. Your presence is a gift to us. We simply want you to experience God’s grace and enjoy your time with us.
What if I'm not sure what I believe or have doubts?
You belong here. We believe church should be the safest place on earth to bring your questions, doubts, and honest struggles.
You don’t need to have your life together or adhere to a list of rules before you walk through our doors. Come explore Jesus and authentic community at your own pace.