The story of Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church in Dallas begins humbly. Its journey speaks volumes about faith and community. This church started in a humble garage. It shows how much the members believed in their mission.
Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church’s story officially started January 15 2001. Alonso de la Rosa felt a divine call. He wanted to create a church. Services first took place in his garage. This space became a sanctuary. The congregation worked there for some time.
Later, Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church moved. It found a temple between Beckley and Marsalies streets. The pastor of De Garland made the work official. He was also a presbyter of the region. The church spent about two years there. During this time, the church grew with baptisms. Enrique Hernández, Domitila, Juanita Hernández and Josefina Hernández were among the first members.
After some time, Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church moved back. They returned to the original garage. After a year they relocated again. The new location was at 3303 Polk Street. Alonso de la Rosa decided to start another church. It would be in Milotia, Texas. He shared his decision with Bishop Joel Mireles Calderón. Calderón was the district bishop at the time. On August 23 2008 De la Rosa passed the church to Ignacio Codiz. Codiz was the presbyter of the region.
Under Codiz Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church embraced a new vision. They established a cell group. Filemón Hernández led it. The cell group later moved. It went to the Gaytán family’s house. By December, two members were baptized. Acencion Gaytan and Antonio Gaytan were the first. The following December saw two more baptisms. Gustavo Maya and Josue Elimelec Codiz joined the church.
Currently Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church has 26 members. It supports three cell groups. There is a women’s network. There is a youth network. And there is a men’s network. The community continues to pray. It trusts in God’s guidance. They want to grow according to His will.
Iglesia Apostolica de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Church stands as a testament. It shows the power of faith. It shows the strength of community. From a humble garage to a growing congregation. The church’s history is etched in every corner. It shows every prayer. It embodies the spirit of its devoted members. The story continues to unfold. It is a journey marked by faith, perseverance and divine guidance.