Substance Church - Northtown Campus

I really enjoyed services—high energy and fun. I also loved volunteering at the Manna Market events. But after my experience, I would caution anyone who is interested in Substance Church. If you are looking for a church that would offer more of a personal and personable experience, I would encourage you to look elsewhere. When the time came for me to attempt to reach out to, and speak with a pastor concerning something, I was ghosted. I actually had to ask another friend to ask some people he knew that worked there. I finally got an email that read like this: “Thank you for reaching out to us. We are not able to provide ________. —Best” At that point, I decided that Substance definitely wasn’t for me. The lack of compassion, lack of any concern for me as an individual and my situation, and lack of care to even have a conversation with me—made the decision to look for a different church easy. When I found a different church, my first conversation with the head pastor on the first day that I attended, he gladly and compassionately offered what I needed (it truly wasn’t a big thing I was asking!). What a difference. I’m sorry that Substance turned out to be such a negative experience for me.

I love this place so much. I started attending Substance back in October 2023 (6 months ago). All the people I have met are so friendly. This church makes me feel at home. Our 2 year old enjoys and even looks forward to Substance kids every week. My husband and I have joined the foster one support group, we are in an ALPHA group with some amazing people. We just completed the growth track and will be serving within the next week.

Amazing church that really tries to reach out and help one another. I started going in October and I usually try to slip through the cracks right away when new to a place but they picked me out and really talked to me more in getting to know me instead of "come to our church" concept. I really made me feel more comforted as they wanted to know my relationship and past to help me lean into a church. Now I have signed up to help volunteer, really close to some of worship team, and enjoy waking up early to listen to Pastor Pete's messages.

I personally appreciate Substance Church. They are a mission-based, Christ-focused church that emphasizes the gospel and holy word of GOD. They also have a lot of fun and want to build relationships with people. You feel welcome as soon as you arrive and are invited to join-in any of their numerous groups and ministries. It's a great place to learn, grow, and connect.