Formation Church

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• Lindsey West★★☆☆☆9 months ago

  Formation bought my wedding venue which was priorly known as Woodhaven pointe. When they bought out Woodhaven they also assumed all of their contracts, while I understand they were no longer a “venue” I was optimistic after first meeting with them. However, I think that some expectations were miscommunicated between both parties(myself and formation). When I had initially booked with Woodhaven I had asked about exit and cleanup, they had told me that we just needed to remove the things that we had brought and make sure trash was inside the trash cans made available within the event space and that their cleanup crew would handle the rest. Additionally Woodhaven had told me that the “guest time allotment” was until 10 pm and that the few family members we had to do the cleanup would be able to stay and clean for 30 minutes after 10 pm, but all other guests would need to exit and leave the space. Fast forward to wedding day, as 9 pm rolls around the “event coordinator” for formation comes up to me on the dance floor and tells me that we need to start winding down and preparing to leave, I am thinking that we still have a whole hour of booked time for guests in the event space. Ten minutes later she again comes up to me and tells me it is time to have guests leave. At this point I felt like we were no longer welcomed and needed to leave quickly so I inform everyone to begin exiting. After my husband and I left my family stayed to clean up and round up the remainder of our belongings. My mother was directing this. The event coordinator and staff told my mom “you have 25 minutes to get out.” They then followed her around while she was directing people and getting things cleaned. She said the staff was very rude and while she was getting things organized to be taken to cars the staff continually moved our belongings to different places while she was attempting to streamline the cleanup. They then informed her that she needed to take all of the trashes out to the dumpster(our previous understanding with Woodhaven was that their cleaning crew would take the trashes out). They also required us to replace every single garbage liner. Our guests almost exclusively were only in the downstairs space but the staff informed my mom that she needed to take out the upstairs trash bags as well which were behind the desk and in a side room that was not utilized. Those trashes contained staff paperwork and an Arby’s leftovers bag(the staffs dinner). Overall the space was very nice and we did have a good reception but my family left feeling harassed and blindsided by the staff not explaining their expectations to us prior to the event day at all. I would not recommend this as an event venue for weddings under the new owners and management.

• Courtney Johnson★★★★★a year ago

  God has used Formation to profoundly shape my faith. It has provided a community that supports, encourages, and challenges me to grow spiritually. Through worship, teaching, and fellowship, I've experienced His love more deeply and have been inspired to serve others with greater purpose and compassion.

• Emma Eberhardt★★★☆☆4 months ago

  A wonderful community in many ways. Controlling aspects and conflict resolution were a big issues for me, causing me to decide to leave.

• Breanne L★★★★★a year ago

  God has used Formation as a place for deep healing in several areas of my life. Over the years, this community has remained a safe space of growth and a source of joy through some of the messiest seasons. It’s a blessing to have a community that values this kind of togetherness in all aspects of life.

• Denise Mewborn★★★★★a year ago

  Through Formation Church God has taught and encouraged me to lay aside ingrained religiosity and legalism and to simply focus on living and loving like Jesus. This new-found freedom in following Jesus has brought much peace and joy to my life!

• Noland Mewborn★★★★★a year ago

  Being at Formation has allowed God to meet me where I am and grow my relationship from there. It has helped me focus and reflect on the small daily blessings God gives me, knowing that He who has been faithful in the past will be faithful in the future.

• Adam Oliveira★★★★★a year ago

  Formation has been a refuge for my faith in times of uncertainty. Our church encourages that our questions are something we set before God and that he takes delight in answering, ultimately creating a deeper relationship with Him.

• Madison Oliveira★★★★★a year ago

  Formation has provided me with the practices to experience and relate with God daily. This has allowed me to develop a genuine and honest relationship with God, that has brought much healing and joy into my life.

• Quentin Johnson★★★★★a year ago

  Formation to help me slow down and be more intentional. Formation's emphasis on contemplative prayer and encouragement of personal involvement in our church has allowed me to find better rhythm throughout daily life.

• Jennifer★★★★★2 years ago

  I am so grateful for this church home! If you are looking for a welcoming, inclusive, Bible-based church filled with genuinely caring people and stellar pastors who know how to meet people right where they are, speak into current events (i.e., not turning a blind eye to difficulties like international wars and racism, but instead working toward connection and healing and inclusivity), and foster community and connection, this is the place to be. I moved to Utah from out of state and struggled to find the right church for me, but when I started coming here, I knew this was home. Pastor Ryan even incorporates really powerful engaged experiences in church, like introducing spiritual exercises, like the prayer of examen and lectio divina. These mindful techniques have helped me greatly in fostering a deeper and more intentional relationship with God. He even invites engagement and reflection by often putting a cell phone number on the screen during his sermons so people can anonymously text their questions, and he responds as many as he can get to at the end of the sermon. I often get as much out of those questions as I do even the sermon itself! I also think that speaks to his genuine nature - he truly wants each person who comes to feel heard and uses scripture to speak to their needs. I'm very grateful for this church! And if you come, I'll save you a seat :)

• Deedee Johnson★★★★★a year ago

  Formation has given me a safe space to ask questions without fear, explore my faith, and heal from past hurts. It’s a place where I’ve found a sense of belonging, balancing tears with laughter and finding strength in my brokenness.

• Mackenzie Morey★★★★★a year ago

  Formation is my source of community, connection, and care. I've found a deeply loving group of people to do life with, as well as a safe and nurturing place to learn and grow deeper in my connection with God.

• shana parrilla★★★★★2 months ago

  Great church. One of the realest pastors ever.

• Ken Conant★★★★★2 years ago

  Great church with friendly pastors and people. Focused on building community and formative friendships. A very loving and caring community.

• Tyler Drewitz★★★★★a year ago

  Some of the best people I've met with incredible teaching pointing me to a deeper relationship with Jesus each week.

Services and facilities

Events and programs

• Community Groups

  Ongoing

  Small groups focused on building meaningful relationships centered on shared faith experiences.

• Sunday Services

  Every Sunday at 10:30 AM

  Weekly gathering for worship, teaching, and communion.

• Event Venues

  The church previously operated as a venue known as Woodhaven