Friendly, caring, outreaching to all. Historical art deco building, regardless of your spiritual journey, it is worth visiting and asking for a tour. Large groups can call ahead for an appointment. Architects and draftsmen (gender inclusive) should make every effort to study the building and its controversial history...it is important.
Inclusive, affirming, diverse, thinking culture with a heart for serving the community as the hands, feet, and heart of Jesus. Truly a unique and much needed modern church with the best music, meaningful sermons, and loving fellowship.
I did NOT hate this church .
This church is mission oriented, reaching out to the community. They are inclusive of all people and their core values reflect Jesus teaching. The historic building is awesome as well.
The Boston Avenue United Methodist Church is many things at once. It is of course first and foremost a house of worship. It is a magnificent example of Art Deco architecture, perhaps one of the finest in the world. It is a striking landmark on the Tulsa skyline both day and night. And it is a tourist attraction which is what my review will highlight.The attached photo is from our room at the nearby Ambassador Hotel. While the hotel is pricey by Tulsa standards this view alone makes it all worthwhile. Tulsa has many examples of dramatic architecture for its houses of worship but the Boston Avenue United Methodist Church is one that stands alone ... literally ... from every angle.
Beautiful church in Art Deco design. One of the loveliest churches I have seen in the USA.
Closing the church building during this pandemic is appropriate leadership. Well done!
Lovely, grace-filled and compassionate body of believers. Accepting and affirming of all people.
We walked by on a church day to look at the architecture and were welcomed warmly by ushers outside. We haven’t attended church in years but were impressed by the warmth, inclusivity, and obvious effort to build a welcoming community for everyone. The building is beautiful and the people seem to be as well.
I love the inclusive, laid back, family friendly 13th Street Worship service! Having the images on the screen and the interactive sermons really helps me to retain the messages week-to-week. As a musician, I also love getting to use my gifts and tallents in the band as well!
Went there for my brother and his wife to renew their wedding vows on there 60th aneversary. They done a wonderful service.
Great building to attend our meet in. Thank you
Such a beautiful church... I just like to go and sit on the steps and just let my thoughts think of good things...
Very beautiful
Im not a Methodist but an art deco fan: this church does NOT disappoint! The majority of the church is completed in art deco style- stained glass, exterior statuary, overall building exterior, interior flooring, woodwork, mosaics, chapel design and layout. Even the seat cushioning in done in a soft lilac. The church is open to view and explore just check in at the front desk to grab a guest badge and map showing you the layout. Definitely worth chucking out if you enjoy beautiful architecture.
Im not a Methodist, but as a building this one is incredible. I love all of the Art Deco about the place. I was a bit disappointed that we couldnt go up to the top of the building, but its got a ton of rich history.
We made the side trip to Tulsa solely to see this Church as I had no idea what Art Deco architecture meant. Ive had the privilege of visiting beautiful churches/abbeys in Europe, specifically Germany (in fact, in 74 was married in a Schoeningen FRG church built in 1300s w/former priests buried in the walls), France (Notre Dame), England (Westminster Abbey), The Vatican, as well as Washington National Cathedral in D.C. but, in my opinion, from an architectural perspective Boston Avenue United Methodist Church would hold its own with any of them. I was impressed and would encourage a visit to this very different but beautiful Church.
Before I moved to Checotah I was a member there for over 20 years.
Real good free food for Thanksgiving early
It is always wonderful. The film was so interesting on Sun. The panel was very fulfilling.
Beautiful Church, part of the Cathedral District of Tulsa. The Art Deco Architecture is magnificent.
My first time at there party and I had the time of my life. Kurt
Its a beautiful church inside and out. I was so glad I got to visit it
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Beautiful church, and the people inside were very accomadating, letting us look around by ourselves.
When I was at there church there was a really weird topgun cult
13th Street Worship is the best!
Incredibly beautiful architecture!
Cool architecture. Nice from the outside.
Attend a funeral service here. Beautiful architecture.
I guess if you like monotone preachers this is a perfect fit. I was spoiled when I lived in Woodstock, GA and attended the baptist church there. Preacher Johnny Hunt kept everyone’s attention. He is a great storyteller of the Bible and infusing his life captures you. Old and young alike are captivated and begin to understand the Bible more fully. They can relate and believe in God stronger than they ever did before. The Woodstock Baptist Church has quadrupled in members and size due to getting a minister who could break the Bible down to layman terms and experiences. Preacher Hunt was prepared, memorizing his sermon so he did not lose eye contact with his members. This is very important when you compare giving a speech or a sermon. Looking down and reading line by line you lose your audience. Plain and simple if you look at your attendance of your members or lack of is due to simple things. You need to be upbeat, exciting and willing to use your life stories in your sermons. Be positive, know that you can change your voice tone throughout and keep it interesting. My mother and I are Christians first and a Methodist secondly. My mother has been watching Boston Avenue on tv for about twenty years since she was unable to attend church in person. She really enjoyed the Preacher prior to Wiggs. He kept her attention now she falls asleep as do I. I’m not saying Wiggs should be replaced. He just needs some insight and needs to attend a speech group. Or go to Woodstock, GA and see what he is missing.
A great place to attend church!
Memorable and majestic location with fantastic acoustics.
Stunning. Do visit when in Tulsa.
Go there every year in December for the Messiah concert by GF. Handel. Usually includes miniconcert by high schoolers. Church subsided the arts City wide when schools cut music programs due to OK legislature inadequately funding public schools for 6 years!!
Not a religious visit, but what an extraordinary architectural expression that is.
Nice people and a good place to worship
I love the educational stuff in this church. It made me travel in time
I visited this church for a public meeting and felt very welcomed. I watch services regularly on television. At an event in November, I introduced myself to Pastor David Wiggs and told him how much I enjoy the services virtually. I will likely attend morning worship in person next weekend.
I just parked my car there for a shuttle ride to downtown. Did not attend a service on
Beautiful and peaceful worship space.
Nice place.
Art Deco worth a visit
Very beautiful place and super nice people..
Went to a meeting teaching from the Dept of Corrections
Good message and very friendly people
Warm,friendly, caring church.
An absolutely great, all inclusive, welcoming Church
What a beautiful Tulsa landmark, not a Methodist so I cant speak to their service but Ive stopped by to see the architecture
I do not know
Awesome gymnasium
Beautiful building.
Beautiful building.
Weirdest looking church ever. Glad to see men holding hands out front!
Ive been going here all my life and let me tell you that this church is the most biggest and beautiful church that you will ever see in Oklahoma.
This is such a great church! All are welcomed and receive a fantastic message!
The most beautiful Church in Tulsa. Friendly people.
Very nice church. Beautiful art deco building!
Wonderful worship place
Gorgeous, just, wow..
Fantastic worship and God loving people
Peaceful, beautiful, almost a separate world with the squalor around it...
Inspiring
Stunning!
Caring staff and helpful
Great church and community
Great place for meetings
Dont go there
Beautiful Church!
Superb
Welcoming
NICE place and people
Good
Beautiful church
Great church services
Gorgeous
Beautiful church
Beautiful church!
Many thanks to the beautiful people and love
Absolutely stunning.
All are welcome.
Great Church!
Personable
Blessed
Great church. Have trouble going anywhere else.
Great place for all families, singles, counselings, etc.
I have not been to church on earth the dentist yes.water in you wet.
This is a Must See for anyone visiting Tulsa....or for those that live here...and dont settle for photos only on the outside because the inside is magnificent!
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Go for the architecture, pipe organ. Fantastic structure, architectural gem. Beautiful mosaics crafted in Venice, Italy.