Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church - Franklin, TX

Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church - Franklin, TX Founded 2016. Member of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Bible class Sundays at 9 am. Worship Sundays at 10 am. Adult Bible Study Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Members of the Shepherd of the Prairie congregation began meeting for worship before becoming organized under Pastor Travis Pittock in 2015. In 2016, Shepherd of the Prairie was officially founded, but with no permanent home. Pastor Michael Gruhn became our full-time pastor in early 2017, and we moved into our permanent home on the square that summer. On October 8, 2017, the doors to our new church home on Decherd Street were officially dedicated. We now have over 25 members and counting. We meet for Sunday adult and children's Bible school at 9 am followed by worship at 10 am.

07/12/2026

Happy Sunday! Today is the best day of the week, and we are so excited to gather together as a church family!

The coffee is ready, the doors are open, and our hearts are full. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or the hundredth time, we are so glad you chose to worship with us today. Let’s set aside the distractions of the week and spend this morning celebrating our Creator!

"I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord." — Psalm 122:1

📖 9:00 AM – Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM – Worship Service

We’re starting soon—grab your coffee, bring a friend, and see you in a few minutes! 🙌

07/11/2026

Ready for a fresh start tomorrow morning? Sundays at our church are all about community, faith, and grace.

We kick off the morning at 9:00 AM with an interactive Bible study where we explore Scripture and discuss life's big questions together. Right after, at 10:00 AM, we gather for a time of uplifting worship and encouragement. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey or what your background looks like, come as you are!

"O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him." — Psalm 34:8

Sunday Schedule:

📖 9:00 AM – Mid-Morning Bible Study

⛪ 10:00 AM – Worship Service

Tag a friend or family member in the comments whom you’d like to invite tomorrow! 👥

07/10/2026

The weekend is almost here, and we are already preparing our hearts and sanctuary for Sunday morning! ☀️

If you’ve been looking for a place to belong, a community to grow with, or simply a warm and welcoming space to visit this weekend, we would be so honored to have you as our guest. From the moment you walk through our doors, know that you are welcomed, valued, and wanted just as you are. There’s a seat saved right here for you!

"And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together..." — Hebrews 10:24-25

📖 9:00 AM – Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM – Worship Service

Planning to visit us for the first time this Sunday? Send us a quick message—we’d love to answer any questions or have someone meet you at the door! ❤️

07/09/2026

We had such a wonderful and encouraging time together in the Word last night! It’s always amazing to see how Scripture speaks into our daily lives and brings us closer together as a community.

As you go about your day today—whether at work, at home, or out running errands—we encourage you to carry that light with you. You never know how much a kind word, a smile, or a simple prayer can brighten someone else's day. Let’s keep encouraging one another and shining His love everywhere we go!

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." — Psalm 119:105

What was one thought or takeaway from last night’s study that stuck with you? Share it in the comments below to encourage someone else today! 👇

07/08/2026

Your Wednesday night recharge is almost here! 🌟 We know how long, busy, and exhausting the week can feel by the time Wednesday afternoon rolls around. That is exactly why we set aside one hour tonight to pause, slow down, and focus on what matters most: Scripture, community, and genuine fellowship.

Come exactly as you are—whether you're heading over straight from work in a suit, or leaving the house in jeans and a t-shirt, you have a seat saved at our table. If you’ve been looking for a safe, welcoming space to ask honest questions, study the Word deeply, and build meaningful relationships, we would be absolutely honored to welcome you tonight!

"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them." — Matthew 18:20

🚪 Doors Open: 6:15 PM (Come early, grab some coffee, and catch up!)

📖 Bible Study: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Tag a friend in the comments below who might need a mid-week pick-me-up or send them a quick text to invite them along tonight! 👇

📅 Saturday, July 4th: Reflection, Freedom, and Remembrance Celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial (250th Birthday) whi...
07/04/2026

📅 Saturday, July 4th: Reflection, Freedom, and Remembrance

Celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial (250th Birthday) while holding space for solemn remembrance, prayer, and community healing.

Happy 4th of July, community! 🇺🇸
Today is an incredibly historic milestone as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. For two and a half centuries, we have been blessed with the gift of freedom, the beauty of community, and the privilege to gather, worship, and grow together. We have so much to be profoundly grateful for, and we praise God for His hand over this nation.

Yet, as we look at the fireworks and celebrate the freedoms we hold dear, our hearts are also deeply reflective. True community means rejoicing together, but it also means mourning together and lifting one another up in prayer. This Independence Day, we are pausing to remember a solemn anniversary for our home state—honoring the 154 precious lives lost in the devastating Texas floods just one year ago.
To every family who is carrying an empty seat at the table this holiday, and to everyone still walking through the journey of grief and rebuilding: you are not forgotten. Our church family stands with you, we pray for you, and we remind you that even in the heaviest seasons, God is a refuge and strength. Today, let’s celebrate our nation’s milestone with hearts full of gratitude, hands extended in kindness, and prayers dedicated to comfort, healing, and unity across our communities.

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18

Our Sunday Schedule (Tomorrow): 📖 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM — Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM — Church Service

If you or someone you know is going through a tough season or still healing from the losses of last year, please know our doors and our hearts are always open to you. Join us tomorrow morning for fellowship and a safe place to rest. Send us a DM if you'd like a friendly face to meet you at the door! ❤️

06/28/2026

It’s Sunday morning—the absolute best day of the week! 🥳 The doors are unlocked, the coffee is freshly brewed, and our hearts are wide open for what God wants to do today.

Join us this morning as we gather to celebrate, worship, and hear a life-changing message: "God is thinking about you ." No matter what you walked through this past week, or what anxieties you are carrying into today, step into His sanctuary and find rest. You are loved, you are wanted, and your presence matters to us. Let's praise His name together!

"I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord." — Psalm 122:1

Final Reminder:
9:00 AM: Bible Study is starting right now!

🎶 10:00 AM: Church Service begins soon!

We are getting ready to start! Grab your family, invite a friend, and head on over—we are saving a spot just for you! 🙌

06/27/2026

Warm, hospitality-driven local outreach.

Are you looking for a place to truly belong? 🤝 Walking into a new church can feel a little intimidating, but we promise that the moment you step through our doors, you’ll be treated like family.

We’ve prepared an incredible morning for our community tomorrow. We kick things off with a relaxed, engaging Bible Study at 9:00 AM, followed by an uplifting, passionate time of worship and praise at 10:00 AM. Come discover the peace that comes from knowing that the Lord of all creation is mindful of you. It doesn't matter your background, your past, or where you are on your spiritual journey—you are welcome here!

"But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer." — Psalm 40:17

Our Sunday Schedule:

📖 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM: Church Service

06/26/2026

The weekend is officially here, and our church family is already preparing a place for you this coming Sunday! ☀️ If you’ve been searching for a welcoming environment to ask honest questions, grow in your faith, and meet genuine friends, we would love for you to join us.

This Sunday, we are diving into a deeply reassuring message: "God is thinking about you ." If you’ve been feeling unseen, lonely, or spiritually dry lately, this service is designed specifically with you in mind. From our front door greeters to our worship team, we want you to feel right at home the moment you pull into the parking lot. Come exactly as you are—we have a seat saved just for you!

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." — Jeremiah 29:11

Our Sunday Schedule: * 📖 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM: Church Service

06/26/2026

The weekend is officially here, and our church family is already preparing a place for you this coming Sunday! ☀️ If you’ve been searching for a welcoming environment to ask honest questions, grow in your faith, and meet genuine friends, we would love for you to join us.

This Sunday, we are diving into a deeply reassuring message: "God is thinking about you ." If you’ve been feeling unseen, lonely, or spiritually dry lately, this service is designed specifically with you in mind. From our front door greeters to our worship team, we want you to feel right at home the moment you pull into the parking lot. Come exactly as you are—we have a seat saved just for you!

Daily Verse: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." — Jeremiah 29:11

Our Sunday Schedule:

📖 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Bible Study

🎶 10:00 AM: Church Service

Address

105 E. Decherd Street
Franklin, TX
77856

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9am - 12am
Sunday 9am - 11am

Telephone

+19798283807

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