When it comes to finding and then selecting a church, most people have certain preferences or characteristics they are looking for in a service or congregation. Some churches are highly sought because they appeal to those from all walks of life.
Lone Star Cowboy Church of Ellis County is just such a gathering. We’re not like a church. We are very accepting of whoever you are, and we don’t have a ‘churchy’ attitude. Pastor Jon Coe believes in the value of keeping “it” simple – no matter what “it’ might be.
"Christ doesn't judge; He just accepts you where you are in your walk of life”, Lone Star Cowboy Church not only believes this open-arms concept, but lives and encourages it. We have congregants who either have come from different religious backgrounds or who haven't even been to church for 20 years." Lone Star Cowboy Church is a Christ-centered church with a multidenominational attitude. "We are a church that wants to make the world different," Pastor Jon said.
Lone Star Cowboy Church also believes in the importance of enjoying church, having fun and fellowshipping both within and outside of the chapel. The many activities, seasonal events and rodeos are always open to the public and free of charge. We usually host four big events a year. It's always good family fun. Most church events include food, farm related games and competitions, such as: calf roping, mutton busting and trail rides, as well as other equestrian activities.
On the second Sunday and third Saturdays of the month we have our Little Wranglers program, geared toward children from 4-18 years of age. We supply the horses and teach the kids about horse care and riding. We also have playdays [horse and rider obstacle competitions] on the second Friday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Lone Star Cowboy Church also offers team roping, penning practices and competitions.
Whether from a diverse background or simply looking for a church with open arms, Lone Star Cowboy Church welcomes everyone here and are here to "ride the trail with you."
That warm welcome is felt as soon as you drive into the parking lot and step into the chapel. From smiling greeters, to bear hugs and handshakes, the Lone Star Cowboy Church 'Cowboy' warmth is a big part of the church's mission. "Our people love people no matter what's going on in their lives," Pastor Jon said. The church offers many programs, groups and activities, such as motorcycle rides, marriage seminars, budget counseling and addiction counseling.
Lone Star Cowboy Church Church has blessed and helped many from every walk of life, ministering through real and practical preaching and some of the best toe­tapping music you have ever heard. "We have an awesome band," Pastor Jon said. "Our lead guitarist, Steve Weisberg, played in John Denver's band," and the entire group plays magnificently. One just cannot help but to toe tap and hand clap along with the Lone Star Cowboy Church band. Through their music, events, outreach and open arms, Lone Star Cowboy Church shares goodness while touching and impacting the lives of others. Pastor Jon says "The church is here for you".