This is a review of College Avenue from the perspective of a bride who was recently married here…read more When my husband and I decided to get married in my hometown, I knew I wanted to have our wedding ceremony at College Avenue. I grew up attending this church, though my parents never formally joined. For non-members like us, the fee for a wedding ceremony is nearly twice what it is for members, but the church has to make money, so I can't blame them for that. The church staff were truly a pleasure to work with, especially for a bride planning her wedding from across the country. Pastor Lisa Schubert Nowling is a very genuine and warm person and was wonderful throughout the wedding process. We had three premarital counseling sessions in the year leading up to the wedding, which is standard practice at College Avenue. Since my husband and I live in San Francisco, she was willing to do some sessions over Skype. Though Pastor Lisa didn't know either of us very well before we decided to get married at College Avenue, the ceremony she put together was so beautiful. We got many compliments later about how personal and touching the service was. Mrs. Lemna is the wedding coordinator at College Avenue. She made sure that the rehearsal ran smoothly and everyone knew exactly where to go and what they were doing on the big day. John Emert, the organist, was great to work with as well and a talented musician who was willing to offer a suggestion on the music when I asked. As you can see in the photos, the church itself is very beautiful and was a picturesque place to get married, but it's Pastor Lisa and her staff that really made the whole experience very special.

From the owner: Welcome to our all inclusive church in Muncie! On November 28, 2021, members of the former…read moreRiverside and College Avenue United Methodist Churches embarked on an adventure. Bringing our respective century-long histories in the Muncie community, we began a new chapter – a new book, really – to form a Community of Hope. Yes, we are the product of a merger, but in merging, we long to create something new – a new culture with a new identity. While respecting and honoring our heritage, we also embrace the new thing God is doing in and among us.

Great family friendly church! Easy to find on the south side of Muncie. Online Bible studies are…read moreoffered as well!