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receives hospitality award

Shepherd United Methodist Church has been recognized by United Methodist Communications (UMCom) here as an official “Welcoming Congregation.”

“Welcoming Congregations” are a select group of United Methodist congregations nationwide that meets criteria including embracing newcomers and providing opportunities in discipleship. The recognition program is part of a larger effort launched in late 2000 by UMCom, the denomination’s communications agency, to use modern technology and the common language of television to spread the Good News of Christ to a world in need. 

 We believe that it is all about relationships.  The relationships made here at SUMC are life-long, loving relationships that are grounded in Christ’s teaching that all are created equal.  We try very hard to maintain the theme of our denomination and that is that we will have open hearts, open minds, and open doors.  We believe that every person deserves the opportunity to hear the gospel of Jesus Christ as His love is unconditional.  We are thankful for what God has done in the past.  We are excited about what God is doing in the present.  We are expectant that God will continue to move on his peoples behalf for the future.  (John Stephenson, Pastor)

 “Open hearts, open minds, open doors” is the theme of the denominational effort, the centerpiece which is a series of national cable TV advertising, supplemented by regional and local church participation. The overall aim of the effort is to invite people, particularly those between 25 and 54 years old, to enter into connection with the Christian community as they seek meaning and purpose in their lives.

The Shepherd United Methodist Church is located at Hwy 150 and FM 222. The congregation is a loving group of people dedicated to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.  We would love for you to come and worship with us.  Our Sunday School meets at 9:45am followed by our worship service at 11am. If you need additional information, don’t hesitate to contact our church and we will help you as best we can.

Rev. Larry Hollon is the agency’s top staff executive.  More information is available from the agency’s Web site at www.IgnitingMinistry.org or by calling toll free (877) 281-6535.