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Serving At FMC

The church does not exist for itself; it exists for the world. It is a strategic base from which believers go out to extend God’s kingdom in the world through acts of love, service, and witness. All members have a role to play in the church’s mission, which is why we seek to equip our members to live out their faith with their unique gifts and skills.

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Serve Within The Walls

Each week we gather in worship and have the privilege to join in the act of serving one another. At FMC we believe that serving is part of our worship and helps us to grow in our understanding of Jesus. Jesus came to serve and as His followers, we eagerly do the same!

Check out the list below and see where God is calling you to serve. ‘On the job’ training is provided, and all ages are welcome!

Current Ways to Serve at FMC

Golf Cart Drivers – assist those who need a little extra help getting from the parking lot to the church building (different teams drive before 9:15 service, between services, & after 11:00AM service).
Welcome Desk – answer general questions about the church and distribute assisted listening devices.
Greeters – welcome those at the doors prior to entering the sanctuary (two teams: 9:15AM and 11:00AM; arrive 30 minutes prior).
Ushers – distribute bulletins, perform a headcount, assist in guiding communion, and collect connect cards (two teams: 9:30AM and 11:00AM; arrive 30 minutes prior).
Pew Crew – volunteer mid-week to make sure all items are in the pews correctly.
Café – make coffee, serve donuts, and warmly greet those who are in attendance (two shifts: 8:30AM-10:15AM & 10:15AM–11:30AM).
New Member Hosts – greet guests at Coffee with the Pastor and assist with Joining Sunday.
Media & Production – serve behind the scenes through front-of-house audio, media presentation, livestream support, and photography. Help create a distraction-free worship environment by running sound, slides, cameras, and capturing moments that tell the story of what God is doing at FMC.

Serve Outside The Walls

At FMC, we recognize the importance of responding to the needs of others through acts of compassion and working to correct the systemic and institutional causes of suffering in our community through acts of justice. When we participate in these activities, we reflect God’s presence and love for all people. Our Compassion and Justice Ministries are devoted to helping our community spiritually and physically.

Church-wide Initiatives

FMC Cookers – Cook BBQ to provide food for disaster relief and other church ministries.
Homeless ID Ministry – Helps individuals obtain identification necessary for employment and stability. Teams serve at the Community Assistance Center on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
New Schools & Reaves Elementary – Support local schools through reading partners, outreach through Celebración, faculty appreciation, and direct assistance to students and staff.
First FAM – A ministry committed to supporting local children and families navigating foster care and adoption. Through initiatives like Parents’ Night Out, CarePortal assistance, supply collections for new placements, and partnerships with organizations like Isaiah 117 House, First FAM provides practical and emotional support. Rooted in James 1:27, the ministry embodies a calling to care for orphans and widows, reflecting God’s love and redemption through community action.
Quarterly Food Distributions – Partnering with Metropolitan UMC and East Side Church of Christ to provide food for 200 families in need each quarter.
Texas Ramp Project

FMC Cookers

Mission Statement: Train and prepare a team to cook and serve traditional Texas BBQ as a form of disaster relief for FMC and other churches in our area. Preparedness is accomplished by hosting 4–5 “Big Cooks” each year to prepare and process proteins that can be quickly served in emergencies.

This ministry is for those who want to learn how to cook BBQ, enhance their cooking skills (Cookers), or participate in serving food to those in need (Wranglers). We focus on fellowship and serving Christ in both the church and community. No experience is necessary!

Over seven years, this ministry has served approximately 34,000 meals to the church and community.

If you would like to participate as a Cooker, Wrangler, supporter, or request assistance, contact Steve Freeman at (713) 829-7781 or .

Global Missions

Join us in partnering with global organizations to participate in God’s work of sharing the Gospel and meeting the needs of others. Our 2026 global mission trip will partner with World Gospel Outreach to provide medical care and the love of Christ to those in the villages of Honduras.

2026 Mission Trip June 23 – 27. All ages are welcome 16 years old and up.

Registration will open soon. If you're interest in joining the team, click HERE

Pay or provide a scholarship HERE

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