Evangelism & Missions
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.
2 Corinthians 5:20
2 Corinthians 5:20
Subcommittees:
BEREAVEMENT
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
PRAYER MINISTRY
SOCIETY OF ST. STEPHENS
SOCIAL EVENTS
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
PRAYER MINISTRY
SOCIETY OF ST. STEPHENS
SOCIAL EVENTS
Overview
The Evangelism / Mission Committee is dedicated to spreading Christian love and healing to all. This vibrant team combines fun with purpose, creating exciting outreach initiatives that touch hearts of all ages.The Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee (SPPRC) is dedicated to engaging in biblical and theological reflection about the mission of the church and its leadership. This committee plays a crucial role in supporting and nurturing the pastor(s), staff, and their families, while serving as the church’s Human Relations Committee.
Activities
Outreach ideas: Implementing innovative ways to connect with the community.
Congregation Engagement: Assessing trends in growth and attendance to tailor outreach efforts.
Evangelistic Events: Hosting events to share the love of Christ.
Mission Trips: Embarking on missions to extend our reach and impact.
Membership Care: Providing care and support to both active members and those who have drifted away.
Congregation Engagement: Assessing trends in growth and attendance to tailor outreach efforts.
Evangelistic Events: Hosting events to share the love of Christ.
Mission Trips: Embarking on missions to extend our reach and impact.
Membership Care: Providing care and support to both active members and those who have drifted away.
Mission Statement:
We are actively engaging with the world, sharing transformative love of God through passion and compassion. Our mission extends beyond the church walls, reaching every member of the congregation and those beyond it.
Who Can Join?
Everyone, from the youngest members to the wisest elders, has a role to play. Whether you’re new to the fath or a seasoned believer, there’s a place for you here.
Are you ready to join us on this incredible journey of faith, love and outreach? Be a part of the dynamic team where fun meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
Are you ready to join us on this incredible journey of faith, love and outreach? Be a part of the dynamic team where fun meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
Finance
- "For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of man." - 2 Corinthians 8:21
Chaired by:
Paul Herndon
Members Include:
Karen Repa
Mike Price
James Zipperer
Joel McDowell
Sherry Wagner
Pastor Dewitt
Members Include:
Karen Repa
Mike Price
James Zipperer
Joel McDowell
Sherry Wagner
Pastor Dewitt
Overview
The Finance Committee is responsible for proposing an annual budget and managing the financial resources of the congregation to support and strengthen its mission and ministry
Responsibilities
Budget Proposal: Develops the annual budget.
Financial Management: Raises, manages, and distributes financial resources.
Financial Oversight: Reviews financial reports and discusses financial matters monthly.
Financial Management: Raises, manages, and distributes financial resources.
Financial Oversight: Reviews financial reports and discusses financial matters monthly.
Ideal Members:
Skills and interest in financial and budgetary matters.
Passion for financially supporting the mission of making Christian disciples for the transformation of the world.
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals and ministry teams.
We hold meetings monthly.
Passion for financially supporting the mission of making Christian disciples for the transformation of the world.
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals and ministry teams.
We hold meetings monthly.
Methodist Men
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." - Proverbs 27:17
Overview
The Methodist Men’s Ministry at Coldspring Methodist Church (CMC) is a ministry that has reached out throughout the church and community in many ways.
Vision
The vision statement for the CMM of the Methodist Church is, “Helping Men Grow in Christ, So Others May Know Christ.” That statement happens in many ways at Coldspring MC from the monthly meeting and fellowship to the service projects that CMM serve in. If you are seeking good Christian fellowship and opportunities to serve with a group of men, join us and help fulfill our mission of “Growing in Christ so others may know Christ.”
Sharing God’s Love through church events while inviting our whole Coldspring community to join.
Sharing God’s Love through church events while inviting our whole Coldspring community to join.
Associated events include:
- Annual Christmas on the Square – the MM cook their famous ‘Gumbo’ in the Fellowship Hall kitchen and the community is invited to come enjoy.
- All are welcome, even the ladies, to attend the ‘Best Breakfast’ in town served the second Wednesday of the month at 7am in the Fellowship Hall – Session starts with a quick meeting then a guest speaker is always a JOY!
Nominations
"Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank." - Proverbs 22:29
Overview
The Nominations and Leadership Development Committee is an essential body within the church, dedicated to identifying, developing, and supporting Christian spiritual leadership for the local congregation. This committee, which is composed of professing members of the local church, plays a vital role in ensuring that the church's leadership is well-equipped to guide the community in its mission and ministries
Responsibilities
Leadership Identification and Development:
The committee is tasked with identifying and nurturing the spiritual gifts and abilities of church members. It focuses on developing and enhancing Christian spiritual leadership within the congregation.
Biblical and Theological Reflection:
Engaging in biblical and theological reflection, the committee aligns its work with the church's mission and primary tasks, ensuring that all actions are grounded in spiritual principles.
Collaboration with Church Council:
The committee works closely with the church council or equivalent body to determine the diverse ministry tasks of the congregation and the skills needed for leadership. This collaboration helps align leadership development with the church's overall mission and ministry needs.
Ongoing Guidance:
Throughout the year, the committee guides the church council on leadership matters, focusing on mission and ministry as the context for service. This includes recruiting, nurturing, and supporting spiritual leaders, as well as assessing changing leadership needs.
Committee Structure:
The pastor serves as the chairperson of the committee, while a layperson elected by the committee serves as the vice chairperson. Retiring members cannot succeed themselves, and only one person from an immediate family residing in the same household can serve on the committee. Vacancies during the year are filled by the church council.
Inclusivity and Diversity:
During the identification and selection process, the committee ensures that the leadership of ministries reflects inclusivity and diversity, promoting a leadership team that represents the broader church community.
The committee is tasked with identifying and nurturing the spiritual gifts and abilities of church members. It focuses on developing and enhancing Christian spiritual leadership within the congregation.
Biblical and Theological Reflection:
Engaging in biblical and theological reflection, the committee aligns its work with the church's mission and primary tasks, ensuring that all actions are grounded in spiritual principles.
Collaboration with Church Council:
The committee works closely with the church council or equivalent body to determine the diverse ministry tasks of the congregation and the skills needed for leadership. This collaboration helps align leadership development with the church's overall mission and ministry needs.
Ongoing Guidance:
Throughout the year, the committee guides the church council on leadership matters, focusing on mission and ministry as the context for service. This includes recruiting, nurturing, and supporting spiritual leaders, as well as assessing changing leadership needs.
Committee Structure:
The pastor serves as the chairperson of the committee, while a layperson elected by the committee serves as the vice chairperson. Retiring members cannot succeed themselves, and only one person from an immediate family residing in the same household can serve on the committee. Vacancies during the year are filled by the church council.
Inclusivity and Diversity:
During the identification and selection process, the committee ensures that the leadership of ministries reflects inclusivity and diversity, promoting a leadership team that represents the broader church community.
Associated events
Annual Election:
The charge conference may elect the Nominations and Leadership Development Committee annually. This event ensures that the committee is composed of dedicated members committed to their roles.
Annual Charge Conference Session:
During this session, the committee presents its recommendations for church officers and ministry leaders. This event is crucial for appointing leaders who will guide the church in its mission.
Regular Meetings:
The committee meets regularly throughout the year to conduct its work. These meetings include biblical and theological reflections, discussions on leadership needs, and planning for leadership development and training.
The charge conference may elect the Nominations and Leadership Development Committee annually. This event ensures that the committee is composed of dedicated members committed to their roles.
Annual Charge Conference Session:
During this session, the committee presents its recommendations for church officers and ministry leaders. This event is crucial for appointing leaders who will guide the church in its mission.
Regular Meetings:
The committee meets regularly throughout the year to conduct its work. These meetings include biblical and theological reflections, discussions on leadership needs, and planning for leadership development and training.
School for Little Children
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6
Overview
The School for Little Children is a state licensed center, owned by Coldspring Methodist Church. The phone number is (936) 653-3866. Hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday year-round.
The School for Little Children has served as a mission of the church since January 1993. We are a licensed childcare facility serving Coldspring as well as surrounding areas. At the present time the school is permitted to have 60 children present at one time.
We also have the rating of a 4-star vendor through the Texas Workforce Commission’s Texas Rising Star program. There are 8 full-time staff members. Each one receives at least 30 hours training per year and must remain CPR and first aid certified.
We use The Frog Street Curriculum and strive to be always developmentally appropriate. Our daily lesson plans focus on Godly characteristics as well as the use of Bible stories and songs.
The School for Little Children has served as a mission of the church since January 1993. We are a licensed childcare facility serving Coldspring as well as surrounding areas. At the present time the school is permitted to have 60 children present at one time.
We also have the rating of a 4-star vendor through the Texas Workforce Commission’s Texas Rising Star program. There are 8 full-time staff members. Each one receives at least 30 hours training per year and must remain CPR and first aid certified.
We use The Frog Street Curriculum and strive to be always developmentally appropriate. Our daily lesson plans focus on Godly characteristics as well as the use of Bible stories and songs.
Vision
- We believe in the value of human diversity and the fair treatment of all people. It must be our number one goal to provide the kind of environment and the kind of influences that encourage all children to become creative, independent, responsible, fully functioning self-directed adults who can make decisions for themselves. Secondly, as adults we must strive to continue learning and growing in our relationships with others so that we may nurture a peaceful environment and surround the children with understanding, warmth, and giving.
- Our values and beliefs about children are deeply rooted in the history of Early Childhood Education.
- We believe all children have the right to feel good about themselves and it is the responsibility of all teachers to nurture the child’s self-esteem.
- We believe that all our educational and guidance decisions for children must be based on our knowledge of child development.
- We believe each person is a unique individual and has her/his own needs. Each person has a right to meet this need in their own way and in their own time. However, one of the responsibilities of having rights is recognizing and respecting the rights of others.
- We believe everyone is entitled to feelings, “good and bad”, as well as the trial and error process that goes with feelings. It is important for people to understand these rather than deny them.
- We believe in appreciating and supporting the close ties between the child and family and that children are best understood in the context of their family, culture and society.
- We believe creativity, self-expression and curiosity are expressions of individuality and should be encouraged to develop in all people.
- We believe in helping children and adults achieve their full potential in the context of relationships that are based on trust, respect, and positive regard.
- We believe each child and family is due the respect for personal privacy demanded by professional ethics.
Worship Service
Participation:
- Easter
- Graduation
- Christmas
SPPRC
Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." - 1 Peter 4:10
Overview
The Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee (SPPRC) is dedicated to engaging in biblical and theological reflection about the mission of the church and its leadership. This committee plays a crucial role in supporting and nurturing the pastor(s), staff, and their families, while serving as the church’s Human Relations Committee.
Responsibilities
Support and Nurture:
Encourage, strengthens, and respects the pastor(s) and staff.
Personnel Issues:
Regularly discusses personnel conditions and issues affecting the congregation’s ministry.
Priority Setting: Helps the staff set priorities and maintains open communication with the pastor(s), staff, and congregation.
Stapp Positions: Recommend needed staff positions, develops, and approves job descriptions and titles.
Compensation & Benefits:
Recommends financial matters, including compensation, travel, and housing, ensuring procedures comply with local and state laws.
Screening:
Conducts proper screening and background checks for lay employees and volunteer staff.
Encourage, strengthens, and respects the pastor(s) and staff.
Personnel Issues:
Regularly discusses personnel conditions and issues affecting the congregation’s ministry.
Priority Setting: Helps the staff set priorities and maintains open communication with the pastor(s), staff, and congregation.
Stapp Positions: Recommend needed staff positions, develops, and approves job descriptions and titles.
Compensation & Benefits:
Recommends financial matters, including compensation, travel, and housing, ensuring procedures comply with local and state laws.
Screening:
Conducts proper screening and background checks for lay employees and volunteer staff.
Associated Events Include:
Employee Appreciation Dinner:
Includes the presentation of employee bonuses, celebrating the contributions of church staff.
Includes the presentation of employee bonuses, celebrating the contributions of church staff.
Key Documents
2023 Personnel Handbook:
Used for policy and procedures regarding staff management.
Used for policy and procedures regarding staff management.
Meetings
We meet quarterly.
Trustees
"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.
But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up." - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up." - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Overview
The Methodist Men’s Ministry at Coldspring Methodist Church (CMC) is a ministry that has reached out throughout the church and community in many ways.
Vision
The vision statement for the CMM of the Methodist Church is, “Helping Men Grow in Christ, So Others May Know Christ.” That statement happens in many ways at Coldspring MC from the monthly meeting and fellowship to the service projects that CMM serve in. If you are seeking good Christian fellowship and opportunities to serve with a group of men, join us and help fulfill our mission of “Growing in Christ so others may know Christ.”
Sharing God’s Love through church events while inviting our whole Coldspring community to join.
Sharing God’s Love through church events while inviting our whole Coldspring community to join.
Associated Events Include:
- Annual Christmas on the Square – the MM cook their famous ‘Gumbo’ in the Fellowship Hall kitchen and the community is invited to come enjoy.
- All are welcome, even the ladies, to attend the ‘Best Breakfast’ in town served the second Wednesday of the month at 7am in the Fellowship Hall – Session starts with a quick meeting then a guest speaker is always a JOY!
Women with Grace
"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.
She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." - Proverbs 31:25-26
She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." - Proverbs 31:25-26
Overview
Methodist Women (MW) shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ: to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.
Group Information
At Coldspring Methodist Church, women have formed fellowship groups to live out that purpose, to support each other and to share God’s love through mission.
Our Methodist Women would love to have you join them, there are several circles that you may be interested in learning more about. WWG donates to local missions such as Care Share.
Our Methodist Women would love to have you join them, there are several circles that you may be interested in learning more about. WWG donates to local missions such as Care Share.
Check Out These Fellowship Opportunities!
WWG Book Club meets once a month excluding summer. If you love to read, then join this group as they pick the next book favorite! Contact Anne Closs for more details.
Share the Bread serves our shut-ins twice a month. What a marvelous opportunity to bring lunch and visit for a bit. Contact Betty Davis for more details.
Prayer Blanket Group. Gather with these women, no sewing experience, no knitting- SO easy, bring your scissors. Contact Marilyn Collier for more details.
Share the Bread serves our shut-ins twice a month. What a marvelous opportunity to bring lunch and visit for a bit. Contact Betty Davis for more details.
Prayer Blanket Group. Gather with these women, no sewing experience, no knitting- SO easy, bring your scissors. Contact Marilyn Collier for more details.
Worship
"Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker;
for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care." - Psalm 95:6-7
for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care." - Psalm 95:6-7
Overview
Methodist Women (MW) shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ: to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.
Group Information
At Coldspring Methodist Church, women have formed fellowship groups to live out that purpose, to support each other and to share God’s love through mission.
Our Methodist Women would love to have you join them, there are several circles that you may be interested in learning more about. WWG donates to local missions such as Care Share.
Our Methodist Women would love to have you join them, there are several circles that you may be interested in learning more about. WWG donates to local missions such as Care Share.
Check out these fellowship opportunities!
WWG Book Club meets once a month excluding summer. If you love to read, then join this group as they pick the next book favorite! Contact Anne Closs for more details.
Share the Bread serves our shut-ins twice a month. What a marvelous opportunity to bring lunch and visit for a bit. Contact Betty Davis for more details.
Prayer Blanket Group. Gather with these women, no sewing experience, no knitting- SO easy, bring your scissors. Contact Marilyn Collier for more details.
Share the Bread serves our shut-ins twice a month. What a marvelous opportunity to bring lunch and visit for a bit. Contact Betty Davis for more details.
Prayer Blanket Group. Gather with these women, no sewing experience, no knitting- SO easy, bring your scissors. Contact Marilyn Collier for more details.
Youth Ministry
I was once lost but now I’m found.
Luke 15:10
Luke 15:10
Our Mission is to make disciples of Jesus Christ who worship passionately, love extravagantly, and witness boldly.
Associated events include:
Hot Hearts
Lakeview Camp
UM Army
Lakeview Camp
UM Army
Vision
We seek to understand what it means to live our lives in response to God’s love for us and respond to God’s calling to be his followers.
- Youth Fellowship – gathers every Wednesday at 5:30p in the Fellowship Hall for a meal and bible study.
- Carri works on an annual calendar for volunteers to sign up to bring the Wednesday youth meal.
- Various outings to paintball, swimming, concerts, movies, etc
Fundraisers:
Chicken Spaghetti Dinner
Welcome ages 10-18