The group above represents the beginning of our partnership with Fort Bend Family Promise. This organization provides shelter, meals and comprehensive support to families without homes. In 2019, led by Dea. Allen & Vernice Shelton, Abiding Faith joined Fort Bend Family Promise in its mission to meet the immediate needs of families experiencing temporary housing […]
Category Archives: Ministries
Ministries
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May
May
The Abiding Faith Ushers and Greeters’ foremost purpose is to keep order in the House of God by creating a spirit of worship, reverence, warmth, and friendliness. This environment ensures that everyone who enters our worship experience, from the moment they enter our parking lot to the benediction and dismissal, will have a welcoming, satisfying […]
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May
May
After many weeks of careful planning, praying, promoting, propelling, and persevering, the Male Chorus, spearheaded by President Dea. Herbert Kellum and Brotherhood President, Dea. Barry Stephens, the Brotherhood’s Father, Son, Grandson Fellowship and Luncheon happened!! Praise God! On April 26, 2025, the event was held at 9:00 A.M., in the Multipurpose Building at Abiding Faith. A […]
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Apr
Apr
The G.I.F.T. Academy (“Giving Instructions For Tomorrow”) began operation and opened our doors to the community in 2002, under the direction of Program Manager, Emma Odom. And since then it has provided service to the community free of charge, by offering tutoring and homework assistance online and by appointment. The 2nd semester of the G.I.F.T. […]
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Apr
Spring is a season of renewal, hope, and new beginnings—and what better way to embrace this spirit than by gathering together for a special luncheon dedicated to the Women of Faith? On March 15, 2025, the Women of Faith gathered at our Annual Spring Luncheon. This event provided a chance to fellowship and enjoy a fine […]
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Mar
Mar
Many Christian denominations practice baptism by sprinkling or pouring water over the head. Other denominations, like Baptists, practice baptism by immersion, where the person is fully submerged in water. From a symbolic perspective, immersion better portrays being “buried” with Christ. And, while some Christians argue that the biblical word for baptism means “to immerse”; and therefore, that […]
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Jun
Jun
The Audio/Visual Ministry presents to the Church body a state-of-the-art communication technology to enhance the worship experience in magnifying the Lord. It is designed to record and make available for purchase, CDs and DVDs of all Sunday services, annual days and various other Church functions.
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Jun
Jun
The Brotherhood unites all brothers in serving God. We are servants of God and the Church that pray and help one another through bearing each other’s burdens in love. Our mission is to help build the body of Christ in the unity of Spirit, and truth in the Lord. We invite and ask your help […]
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Jun
After a very long absence due to COVID 19, the Elderly Ministry returned to Paradigm Health @ First Colony, 4710 Lexington Blvd@ Lexington, Missouri City, TX 77459, on December 21, 2024, to distribute Christmas gifts to the elderly residents. Abiding Faith Elderly Ministry, serving under the umbrella of the Abiding Faith Evangelistic Action Team (AFEAT), […]
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May
May
A weekly worship service can provide the beginnings of a spiritual journey with Christ. We also believe the key to open ourselves up for growth is by serving. God has given each of us time, gifts, talents and resources to be used to expand His kingdom. Look at the ministry opportunities below to serve within […]