About Us

The earliest records show church meetings in Cottonwood in 1875, which is 4 miles east of Staples. There was also a congregation formed in 1880 in Pleasant Ridge, about 3 miles north of Staples. A camp meeting was held by the San Marcos River in Staples in 1893. A parsonage was built in Staples in 1897, and the first church building was completed in August, 1901, for a cost of $1,185.The First Methodist Church of Staples was formed in October, 1902, with seventy members. In the early days Sunday school met weekly, but worship was only held once a month, led by a circuit preacher.

 
A new church building with its red brick and basement was constructed in 1925 for a cost of $15,000, although it was not fully paid for until 1935. The first Vacation Bible School was held in 1927. The church was destroyed by fire on January 6, 1936, but rebuilt and dedicated on October 4th of the same year. The new parsonage was completed in 1956. Air conditioning was added to the church building in 1969. 

The church celebrated 100 years of ministry in 2002.

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

 

We are a United Methodist Congregation

As part of the Rio Texas Conference, we embrace the connectional nature of Methodism. This means we believe in working together to accomplish God’s mission, rather than acting solely as an individual congregation.

 

We believe in God’s love for all people
Every person is God’s creation, and God reaches out to us with unconditional love. Despite our imperfections and sins, God forgives us, offering grace and salvation as an expression of that love.

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We are called to be God’s hands and feet
In response to God’s love, we are called to serve others. Our faith compels us not only to worship God but also to actively care for our neighbors through acts of kindness and compassion, bringing God’s kingdom closer to earth.

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We are on a journey to become more like Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is our Lord, Savior, and ultimate example of how to live. Through worship, learning, and action, we strive to grow in Christlikeness, sharing His love with the world.

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We are called to share the Good News
Our mission includes sharing our faith and the transformative message of Jesus Christ. We aim to help others discover the love, grace, and salvation God offers through His Son.