Covenant United Methodist Church

What if walls could whisper the dreams they’ve witnessed? Here at Covenant United Methodist Church, they surely would have tales to tell. Covenant United Methodist Church isn’t just a building. It’s a testament to the power of faith and community. In the summer of 1981, Bishop Dixon issued a challenge, a call to action that resonated with the Austin District. Reverend Harry G. Foster, III answered that call, tasked with establishing a new United Methodist Church in north Austin. The journey began humbly, in the Beaver Brook Day Care Center on Jollyville Road. Their first service took place on July 12, 1981, a shared communion, a promise of things to come. Covenant United Methodist Church officially chartered later that year, on November 15, 1981, becoming the 97th church in the district. The church grew quickly. By the end of 1981, membership swelled from six to ninety-one. They shared hymnals borrowed from neighboring churches, a pulpit gifted from the Church of Christ in Liberty Hill, and Christmas carols sung by the Memorial United Methodist Choir. This spirit of sharing and support nurtured the fledgling congregation. Covenant United Methodist Church is a story of growth, generosity, and unwavering faith. Milestones mark its journey, from the first six-member choir organized in September 1981 to the first baptism, the dedication of Travis Cipriano by his parents. The church even received a Durst Organ, donated by Ruth Cox in October 1981, the same organ that still fills the sanctuary with music today. Covenant United Methodist Church continued to thrive, its purpose solidified in 1983: “a community of believers gathered in Jesus Christ to praise God through worship, witness, nurture and mission to all persons.” From CROP Walks to the construction of an outdoor chapel, from an expanding education wing to the establishment of a food pantry, Covenant United Methodist Church has remained a beacon of hope and service.