All Are Welcome To Join Us At
First English
Lutheran Church
MINISTRIES AT
First English Lutheran
As people of God, we are called to His service. This service happens within the church and outside the walls but always to His glory. It is often said that we are the hands and feet of Christ in this world. The weight of that responsibility is great, but the glory given to God because of it is immense. Because of our Heart and Head let us be Hands for Christ. Expand your faith moments by following the characteristics listed in 1 Peter 4:10
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God‘s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10
-Pastor Chip Reynolds
SERVICE MINISTRIES INSIDE FIRST ENGLISH LUTHERAN.
A.R.K. Ministries
A.R.K. OR Acts of Random Kindness is a youth-led ministry that goes into the world and does mission work to help better the world around them.
These youth are led by a team of adults, and they are capable of doing both small and large projects. For more information or to see if your project might qualify to become an A.R.K. project, contact Julie at Julie@felcvictoria.org
Giving Tree
The Giving Tree is an Advent-time ministry that helps provide gifts for Christmas for kids who might not receive gifts otherwise.
The Giving Tree is a yearly tradition here at First English and allows our congregation to continue its work of being the hands of Christ to the world.
Heritage Day
Heritage Day is a time to support local nonprofit ministries here in the Victoria area.
Heritage Day Began well over 100 years ago and continues to be a way to allow those who are able to give from their abundance to provide needed funds for those who are impacting lifes here in the Crossroads of Texas.
This is a HUGE event and typically raises well over $50,000.
Mission Victoria
Mission Victoria is a week-long celebration for our youth and volunteers working in the community, by volunteering with their time and talents.
These teams sleep at the church, worship together, have fellowship together, and work hard together.
In 2023, Mission Victoria teams established some wooded riding trails for a local non-profit here in town called the Center for Therapeutic Equestrian Riding
Music Ministry
The Music Ministry here at FELC consists of a Bell Choir, a Vocal Choir, and a Praise Band. Each of these groups plays a vital role in different aspects of worship.
For more information on the Bells and Vocal Choir, reach out to Barbara at Choir@felcvictoria.com
For more information on the praise band, reach out to Pastor Chip at Chip@felcvictoria.com
The Quilting Ministry
The Quilting Ministry here at FELC is a vital part of our footprint in being the hands of Christ. Currently, our quilts go to the Lutheran World Relief to help people feel the love of Christ all over the world.
Our Quilters meet one time per month to check in and be a resource to each other in this amazing ministry.
SERVICE MINISTRIES OUTSIDE FIRST ENGLISH LUTHERAN.
C.A.S.A.
Texas CASA works to make sure that the voices of children in the child welfare system are heard not only in the courts but also at the Texas Capitol. Texas CASA engages in legislative advocacy efforts to better enable CASA volunteers to serve these children through the promotion of public policies.
Christ’s Kitchen
Christ’s Kitchen opened on March 18, 1985, to feed the hungry people in our area. They feed over 700 people per day and exist to provide one meal per day to anyone who needs it without persecution or judgment.
GC Habitat for Humanity
Golden Crescent Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit Christian ecumenical housing ministry that builds strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Founded in 1994, Golden Crescent Habitat serves DeWitt, Goliad, Jackson, Lavaca, and Victoria Counties.
Our Mission: Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build Homes, Communities, and Hope.
Lutheran World Relief
Lutheran World Relief tackles global poverty by helping people adapt to the challenges that threaten their livelihoods and well-being. We work with people based on need, regardless of race, religion, or nationality, and we do not evangelize.
We provide aid in emergencies and help families restore their lives. We partner with communities to build and grow rural economies. We break the cycle of poverty, so families and communities can thrive.
Midcoast Family Service
Mid-Coast Family Services is a non-profit organization that resulted from a 1999 merger of the Women’s Crisis Center and Mid-Coast Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.
Mid-Coast Family Services is actively working to eliminate family violence, homelessness, sexual assault, and substance abuse.
Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
STCH Ministries
Join us in healing hearts and sharing hope
Our mission is to honor God, reach children and families with His love and truth, and enable others to join us in this ministry
STCH Ministries is a faith-based, nonprofit organization that has been caring for children and families since 1952. Today, we have nine distinct ministries that work to show the love of Christ to each and every child and family that God sends our way.
Crossroads Therapeutic Equestrian Center
The purpose of the Riding Therapy Center is to offer equine-assisted services in an attitude of service to God the Father, God the Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit in the most Holy Trinity. Our work is done with respect and dignity for all.
We are committed to creating change so that individuals will be fully included in their communities and exercise control of their lives.
Victoria Cam
VCAM is Providing Hope when things seem Hopeless.
We are a volunteer-based organization with over 70 volunteers who donate over 10,000 hours to our operation annually. The goal of our organization is to help our community members with their most basic needs and, if possible, more extensive needs.
Established in 1986 as a Christian 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. VCAM provides a broad range of services that are typically requested of churches. We operate as a safety net for families and individuals in crisis situations in our community.
Growing In Faith at FELC
Journey through our process
01
Head
Studying, Processing, & Asking Questions to Continue Growing In Your Faith
02
Heart
Allowing Your Heart To Be Moved By God's Unbreakable Grace & The Love Of Others
03
Hands
Feeling Moved To Do More & To Give Back To Others & To God.
516 N Main St Victoria, TX 77901
Phone: 361-575-3623
Email: office@felcvictoria.org