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             United Methodists Invest in Wellspring’s Community of Faith

Reflecting on the story of the woman at the well in the Book of John, if the well represents human effort combined with the eternal spring of God’s grace, it’s easy to see that Wellspring United Methodist Church in Georgetown is aptly named. This congregation has been blessed with both tireless effort and abundant grace in their journey to build a community of faith.

“We have been looking at this on paper for so long. I am just astonished to see it materialize. It’s breathtaking!” exclaims Rev. Nancy Woods, Senior Pastor.

Visioning a place of worship that is welcoming and accepting created Wellspring. Even before the church began holding services, Rev. Woods was intentional about visiting different congregations in the area. “There were so many times when no one spoke to me. The Cheers bar was more welcoming than church – I longed to be where somebody knew my name.”

That sentiment is expressed in their motto – “All are welcome. All are accepted.” – and captured in every piece of mortar, stone, nook and cranny in their new church. The overall layout emulates arms reaching out, embracing and welcoming.

 

                       


 

Fulfilling another part of their motto, “A place where we can be renewed and refreshed, a place where we will always find living water from the Source,” they made plans for a small chapel members could use during the week to reflect on their faith and be with God. Two fountains, one outside and one inside the sanctuary, serve as reminders of their commitment to constant renewal. Church members even discovered the perfect rock on the grounds to serve as the fount for one of the springs.

Many other details in the structure also reflect their convictions. Wellspring demonstrated their commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and their families by putting the children’s space on the first floor. Children also helped in writing scripture on the girders and in the cement as the building was being constructed, so the congregation would be literally “standing on the Word.” When the new building opens, children and youth will be the first to enter the new sanctuary, carrying the symbols of worship with them. In addition, a preschool is scheduled to open in fall 2003.

Just as the members of this church expressed vision and commitment to their faith and families when they turned to the Texas Methodist Foundation for a building loan, investors make the same type of statement when they choose to participate in the Methodist Loan Fund.

“Churches and individuals investing with us find a smart way to save for the future while exhibiting good stewardship at the same time,” said Texas Methodist Foundation Sr. Vice President of Loans, David McCaskill. “They earn rates higher than those offered for most bank CDs and money market funds while funding our construction loan program which invests in the future of Christian ministries throughout Texas.”

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