“Relationships Matter, with God, One Another, and the World.” That is the vision of Spring Green Church. It is a place where faith and community intertwine. Spring Green Church has deep roots in this area.
Spring Branch Presbyterian Church, now known as Spring Green Church, began in 1952. The first worship service was held at the Dad’s Club on Voss Road. Spring Branch was a fast-growing area just west of Houston back then.
This church has been a foundation for many families. Matt Dikeman’s parents were charter members. He grew up with middle-class values and Presbyterian beliefs. The people he met at Spring Green Church became lifelong friends. Four generations of his family have been connected to the church.
Jennifer Fuller is a third-generation member. She thinks of Spring Green Church as family. Her grandparents joined in the late 1950s. Her family has had weddings and baptisms here. The congregation feels like an extended family. They care for each other.
You do not have to be a long-time member to feel welcome here at Spring Green Church. Margaret Ford moved to the area and quickly got involved. Louise Riley introduced herself to Margaret on her first Sunday. Bob Coller called her the next Sunday. She found Spring Green Church to be very friendly.
Rebecca Rivera and Joel Alegria recently joined Spring Green Church with their kids. They felt welcomed from day one. They wanted spiritual stability and lasting friendships. Spring Green Church is tight-knit. Everyone accepts newcomers.
From the start, Spring Green Church served God and the community. Boy Scout Troop 478 was chartered in the first year. It is still active today. The church has always offered its facilities to community groups.
Spring Green Church supported missionaries in Africa. It continues to support missions in far-away places. In the 1960s, women began taking on leadership roles here. Women serve as leaders and teachers.
Scholarships were given to young people studying for Christian service. Scholarships are also available for women seeking higher education. The Prayer Chain started early in the church’s history. It is still very active. People use phone and email to share needs. Prayer remains the main way to communicate with God.
In 1970, a day care program opened. It is now known as the Academy. The Academy is an important part of the church’s mission. Several churches, including Formosan, Korean, and Hispanic congregations, have used the facilities here at Spring Green Church. Many have grown into their own congregations.
Spring Green Church continues to serve God and the community. It embraces its vision: “Relationships Matter, with God, One Another, and the World.” So consider this: Spring Green Church is not just a building. It’s a living, breathing community. It is a place where relationships thrive. It is a place where faith grows. It is a place where everyone is welcome.