Watermark Community Church at 7540 Lyndon B Johnson Freeway, Dallas

Reviews

• A Ramirez

  Apr 27, 2018
  ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
  Racism. Minorities are not welcome here.
  
  I frequented Watermark for roughly 18 months. Over this time I attended Sunday services, Tuesday night Porch, membership meetings, and various social events.
  
  I started the journey because I was very much encouraged by Pastor Todd's mission and vision. Todd's delivery of God's Word was very passionate and compelling. I found his teachings to be rooted in truth and wisdom. Overtime, I also came to respect the teachings of several others. There is certainly a modicum of inspiring speaking pastors here.
  
  In spite of the positive work done here, in my experience the church fell short on relationship and love. Over the 18 months I tried to link in I've barely connected with anyone. I attend services, and sat alone, sometimes 2x per week. I felt more lonely at church than watching the messages at home. Interaction was limited to a few forced handshakes at Todd's direction. I've attended grouplink twice, both times I left without any connection. I've even been intentionally skipped over. People were standoffish and didn't want me there. Prior to pursuing membership, I emailed Todd and asked to meet to talk about my story since he frequently discuses the importance of interacting with his sheep. However, a "rep" for Todd asked me to meet with someone else. I understand Todd's time is limited, but should not the church prioritize someone pursing discipleship under Watermarks tutelage? I don't believe my request was unreasonable.
  
  There is a complete disconnect between Todd's teachings and the actual experience. Behind the beautiful facility, lively culture, and passionate teaching about the importance of "community" lies a cold, distant, show. People are polite, but self involved, ritualistic, and disinterested in anything beyond their religious cliques. Precisely what Todd has described as a "dead church" that disgusts him. This led me to question the very mission that brought me here. How can Watermark claim to share the love of God with nonbelievers when people who are actively seeking discipleship, love, and community are ignored and rejected? I see why people are so hostile towards the hypocratic church these days.

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