What is Cowboy Church?
Cowboy Churches
have sprang up all over north America like the proverbial bad weed. They seem to be growing at a phenomenal rate,
with nearly 700 listed all over Alberta, B.C., Manitoba and Saskatchewan, as
well as all over the US.
Cowboy
church is an evangelical Christian fellowship, reaching out to those who like
the western way of life. Our aim is to
reach out to people who are afraid of traditional organized churches. We lean toward relaxed atmosphere and
acceptance of any and all people, common or otherwise. We accept folks from every walk of life,
every occupation and ability. There is no
dress code at Cowboy church. In some groups they sit at tables and drink coffee
during services, without discrimination.
Our goal
and mission at Cowboy churches is belief in the inspired word of God; and to
lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus. The main goal is love God and love neighbour,
and work toward that end at all times. We care for each other as members,
visiting of the sick and helping where needed, or holding memorial services,
and baptisms, as well as communion services.
Our leadership
is made up of members who are picked from people who are dedicated to the
future of the church in each area. Constant attendance is a plus in that
category. Also people use their God
given talents to perform whatever tasks are required to run a good
organization. People with musical
talents perform, and ladies and gentlemen, make coffee and serve at funerals,
etc. The ministers and helpers visit the
sick or young people help with building bees.
Horse related activities are held for those with that bent, or camping
trips.
So if
you’re out looking for a great group of people to worship the Father, the Son,
and the Holy Spirit, look up a Cowboy church.
There could be one close by; look up Cowboy church on your internet
search engine, you’ll come up with a long list.
God bless your results.
by Vivia
Oliver, partner with Clearwater Cowboy Church in Alberta.
