About Us

Welcome to Living Faith Family Worship Church!

Founded on the belief that communities must learn to help themselves, we are a Christ-centered church where Jesus is Lord, families are cared for and trained, and individuals receive strength and personal ministry in times of need.

Living Faith Family Worship Church is a place to learn the Word of God, a place to worship, and a place where families and individuals can grow together spiritually.

Our Five Pillars of Faith

Our mission and work in the community are guided by five core principles:

A Duty to Reach Out: Reaching out with compassion to serve and support the less fortunate.
Leading by Example: Demonstrating Christ-like character, leadership, and integrity in our daily lives.
An All-Inclusive Approach: Extending help and love to everyone, regardless of their religious beliefs or background.
Humility & Mutual Support: Embracing the truth that any of us may require assistance in our time of need.
Faith in Action: Believing that active service, volunteering, and putting faith into action are key pathways to spiritual growth and living out God's calling.

Our Fourfold Focus

At Living Faith Family Worship Church, every ministry and gathering centers around four key priorities:

The Word: Solid, practical, Bible-based teaching for everyday life.
Worship: Anointed, alive, and Spirit-led praise that honors God.
Witness: Sharing the hope and life-changing love of Jesus Christ.
The World: Extending care and ministry to our local community and beyond.

What You & Your Family Will Experience

Every family and every individual needs strong pastoral care and a solid foundation in Scripture. When you join us, you will come to be part of:

Bible-Based Teaching: Deepening your knowledge and application of God's Word.
Anointed Praise & Worship: Dynamic, life-changing worship experiences.
Kidz for Christ (KFC): Engaging, faith-building ministry designed specifically for children.
Youth Outreach: Inspiring young people to walk confidently in their faith.
Powerful Men's & Women's Outreach: Building strong fellowship, accountability, and spiritual growth.
Ministries for All Ages: A welcoming place for every generation to connect and serve.

A Personal Invitation

"Kim and I personally invite you to visit with us and our Church Family. As you arrive, you will be greeted with love and appreciation because we truly believe in God's love for humanity.

Our prayer is that you will join us to personally experience the true love of the Father, Jesus Christ His Son, and the freedom of the Holy Spirit. Each service is alive and life-changing. We are confident you will be blessed and leave encouraged!

Having a strong, Bible-based church is so important. For those needing a local church, come join us!"

Our Pastoral Journey & Call to Cotulla

For more than seventeen years, the Lord had been dealing with my heart, specifically assigning and

preparing my focus for the city of Cotulla, Texas.

Our foundational training in the ministry began under the powerful leadership of Pastors Tommy and Rachel Burchfield in Columbus, Texas. For 15 years, the Lord kept my wife, Kim, and me under this dynamic Word of Faith and Holy Spirit anointing. During that anointed season of preparation, we had the distinct privilege of witnessing multiple tens of thousands say "yes" to Jesus and surrender to His unfailing love. Our life's ultimate goal has always been, and will always be, to honor Jesus Christ as we serve His people.

During my visits to Cotulla, a deep love for this community began to burn in my heart like never before. By 2012, my connection with family members who actively serve throughout the Cotulla community became entirely clear, signaling the exact next step for our lives and ministry. This call to bring life and victory through His Word has become like a burning fire within me. As the Prophet Jeremiah so boldly declared:

"His word is in my heart like a fire, a fire shut up in my bones. I am weary of holding it in; indeed, I cannot."

— Jeremiah 20:9

Led completely by the Holy Spirit, Kim and I, along with our family, recognize that we have been commissioned and assigned to South Texas for the cause of Jesus Christ.

The year 2012 brought numerous divine confirmations of this exciting new season. With joy and absolute confidence, I know that He has called me to serve Jesus Christ as one of His shepherds. I look forward with great expectation to what God is doing in the present and the future of Living Faith Family Worship Church and the surrounding areas.

— Pastor Mark Linares