Cowboy Church

Cowboy churches have become popular in rural communities. There are not many in New Mexico but there is one in Pecos. The American Cowboy Churches (AFCC) celebrate the American Western Heritage and strive to encourage and support Christian churches that remove many of the barriers that might be found in more traditional churches and offer a more relaxed atmosphere focused on the Bible. The Cowboy Church Movement arose from a desire of people to attend a church where they felt they could "come as they are" and worship God in a comfortable and familiar setting. Most of the churches put on Rodeos periodically. The Pecos Cowboy Church has one every August. 

I attended the Pecos Valley Cowboy Church at their 10:30am Sunday service.

Real People with Real Faith  

Glen Strock is the Pastor, originally from Dixon, he previously made a name for himself as an Artist. The service started out with Cowboys with guitars leading the group in hymns then Prayers and Praise. Their prayers were quite extensive, they asked for audience requests and tried to answer as many personal prayers as they had time for. The minister then had a little talk with a posse of youngins before they went off to Sunday School. Minister Strock talked to them about how Perfect Love drives out Fear. In the middle of the service, they stopped for a brief intermission and had some food and fellowship. They were a very friendly group. 

The sermon was about Paul's unwavering faith in Jesus. After Paul was stoned, he was not deterred. He dusted himself off, got back up, and fearlessly went on doing the work of his Lord Jesus. He encouraged the members to hold your ground in your Faith and to not let your fears rule you. He spoke to the group about representing Christ and your Faith wherever you go and being a stable source of Faith in your Community. He talked about transforming power of viewing Trials as Opportunities. 

Life is a Rodeo, Hold onto the Reigns of God's Love and they will steer you in the right direction. 

Through many tribulations we must enter into the kingdom of God. ~ Acts 14:22

The offering was given by people putting their tithes in a pair of saddle bags - so unique. After the service was a Chuck Wagon, a potluck, and there looked to be some wonderful food. 

They are currently meeting in a commercial building and have to break down their church every Sunday afternoon, but are looking to move to a permanent building. Many blessings to them in their search for the perfect home.  

  THANK YOU Pecos Cowboy Church for your warm welcome and Love of God.