Links & Resources
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Resources:
- Christian Answers Bible Site : An excellent Bible study resource site!
Churches:
- Calvary Chapel Houston :Our home church, located in Friendswood, TX at the corner of FM 528 and Blackhawk Blvd. Awesome and anointed expositional teaching is led by Pastor Ron Hindt. Visit the website for service times and ministry opportunities.
- Christian Cowboy Fellowship Church of Cleveland, TX :CCFC is one of Mission:Rodeo's faithful supporters and have a heart for the Lord and His work among cowboys. (CCFC) is an evangelical Christ centered church, whose mission is to reach the cowboy community in Cleveland, TX and the surrounding areas for Jesus.
- Calvary Chapel Lake Houston : Pastor Jim Bob Benton leads this relatively new congregation on the Northeast side of Houston, TX Visit their website for more information.
- Calary Chapel West Houston : Pastor Mike Robertson moved with his wife and family from Las Vegas, NV to start this growing fellowship in the Cypress, TX area. His teaching is down-to-earth and practical for today's living.
- Calary Chapel Katy : Pastor Mark Martinez brings the message of God's love and grace to life through down-to-earth teaching and practical application for today's life challenges in the verse-by-verse, expositional teaching you've come to expect from Calvary Chapel.
- Calvary Chapel Aggieland : Calvary Chapel Aggieland is reaching out to College Station through sound biblical teaching and the love of Christ.
- Calvary Chapel Sugarland :Led by Pastor Darren Brock, this growing fellowship is reaching out to the Sugarland area through sound biblical teaching and the love of Christ.
- Calvary Christian Fellowship - Midland :Pastor Steve Westfall was formerly the Youth Pastor at Calvary Chapel Houston. In 2002, he and his wife were led to plant a new church in Midland, TX where he now serves as Senior Pastor.
- Calvary Chapel - The Woodlands :Pastor Bruce Hollen leads this growing fellowship in the Woodlands
- Calvary Chapel of Beaumont : Please join us as we systematically teach through the scriptures. Our goal here at Calvary of Beaumont is to create a relaxed and comfortable environment for learning God's Word. Hope to see you soon!
- Calvary Chapel Knoxville, TN : Pastor Mark Kirk leads this growing and loving church located on Alcoa Highway in Knoxville, TN. The casual and friendly atmosphere coupled with the scriptural and annointed bible teaching of Pastor Mark will bless your heart and challenge your mind.
- Cool Water Cowboy Church of Angleton, TX : Pastor Reg Whearley leads this growing fellowship with the help of devoted friends and family in and around Angleton, TX If you're in the area, drop in on one of their services and be blessed by the teaching of God's word and the fellowship of loving, Christian believers.
- Cowboy Church of Medina County : Pastor Roy Stokes leads this growing fellowship with the help of devoted friends in Devine, TX. If you're in the area, drop in on one of their services and be blessed by the teaching of God's word and the fellowship of loving, Christian believers.
Cowboy Ministries:
- Christian Cowboy Fellowship Church of Cleveland, TX :CCFC of Cleveland, TX is one of Mission:Rodeo's faithful supporters and have a heart for the Lord and His work among cowboys by reaching out to the cowboy and cowgirl community in and around Cleveland. Pastor Bobby Trayal: "We are a family of cowboys and country folk that are in love with Jesus. If that sounds like your brand of church, come by and visit with us."
- Fellowship of Christian Cowboys : Fellowship of Christian Cowboys website. A national organization reaching out to the cowboy world with the love of Jesus Christ.
- Agape Youth Ranch Horse & Bible Camp Ministry : Agape Youth Ministry - "Where the love of Jesus can change a life." This is an awesome ministry reaching out to youth while teaching them biblical principles of God's love, love for others, responsibility and work ethics.
- Psychoservant.com : (the website name was too cool to replace on the link button.) Rodeo clown,bull fighter, and dear personal friend, J. Mark Wilson serves the Lord through his sport, teaching cowboys how they can receive spiritual salvation and eternal life through Jesus Christ, while he serves as "Cowboy Life Saver" in the arena.
- Christian Cowboys and Friends : Christian Cowboys and Friends of Bandera, Tx led by Ronnie Christian. Ronnie has been preaching to cowboys and cowgirls for many years and has been an inspiration to my Christian walk as well.
- Rodeo Ministries : Personal friend and mighty man of God, Tony Shoulders and wife Cindy are committed to Jesus Christ and sharing His gospel wherever God opens a door for them. This site will bless you with its testimonies, links, pictures, resources, etc.
- John 6:29.net : based in Kansas, Steve and his family have been a blessing to me personally and Steve coordinates the annual Rodeo Bible camp at Cal Farley's Boy Ranch.
- Pro Bullriding Outreach : Pro Bullriding Outreach is a ministry dedicated to reaching out to bullriders and the world with the love of Jesus.
- Riding for Christ Ministries :Riding for Christ Ministries, led by Scott Hilgendorf is a ministry dedicated to reaching out to rodeo cowboys, cowgirls, those interested in other equine related sports, both in Canada and the United States with the love of Jesus Christ.
- Bull Riders for Christ :Bull Riders for Christ is a ministry dedicated to reaching out to bull riders, rodeo cowboys and the world with the love of Jesus Christ.
- Cal Farley's Boys Ranch : giving "at risk" youth a second chance and "a shirt tail to hang on to." Please visit their site and read more about this wonderful organization.
- Cowboy Ministries Directory : an international directory of cowboy and rodeo ministers and churches.
- Christian Bull Riders : A ministry reaching out to Christian bullriders, Christian rodeo links directory, Christian Pro bullriders links, and more
- Cory Wall: Pro Bull Fighter : PRCA Bullfighter, Cory Wall has a heart for the Lord and uses his sport as a platform to reach others for Christ. For the ultimate in cowboy protection combined with spiritual integrity and character, check out this site. I am blessed to know him as a personal friend and he is a mighty man of God.
- Bennie Bob Patrick : Pro Bull Fighter : PRCA Bullfighter, Bennie Bob Patrick combines his passion for the Lord with his enthusiasm for the sport of rodeo to reach others for Christ while providing cowboy protection in the arena. I am blessed to know him as a personal friend and he is a mighty man of God.
- Cowboy Church . net : This web site recognizes the ministries of those who call themselves Cowboys. This unique group of ministers reach out to their own, farmers, ranchers, cowboys, horsemen, rodeo contestants, and their families.
- Grace Country Cowboy Church : Grace Country Cowboy Church in Fort Worth, Tx is a growing ministry lead by Rev. Jim Butler and his wife Sherry who leads women's studies and is an annointed gospel singer.
- Alvin Youth Livestock Arena Association : While this is not a ministry in the traditional sense, the AYLAA and it's board have been ministering to and helping kids through positive mentoring and giving them a safe, family-oriented place to learn and hone their rodeo skills for the past 30 years. They offer an inexpensive, fun rodeo with great year-end prizes to build confidence and experience for the kids in their initial rodeo careers.
Rodeo Schools:
- Sankey Rodeo School : Lyle Sankey, director of Sankey Rodeo Schools, is first and foremost dedicated to Jesus Christ and a devoted family man. Visit to learn more about his Rodeo schools, Fantasy camps, Rodeo Bible Camps, Rodeo tack and Equipment. testimonials from former students and professional rodeo athletes, dates and times
Rodeo Equipment and supplies and leather goods:
- Sankey Rodeo School : Rodeo tack and Equipment for every level of competitor from the beginner to the professional; new and quality used equipment for sale. The equipment (new and used) found here has been inspected and endorsed by professional rodeo cowboys who know the value and importance of quality equipment for maintaining that competitive edge.
- Adrian Bull Ropes : Adrian Bull Ropes and custom leather products is founded and run by professional bullrider and Sankey Rodeo School instructor, John Adrian. John knows what cowboys want and need in quality equipment to propel you to that next level. For the best in custom designed chaps, leather goods, and custom bull ropes, check out this site.
- Vintage Gun Leather :Vintage & Antique Western Gun Leather, Old Gun Holsters, Antique Saddles. Vintage Gun Leather is a Buyer and seller of collector vintage western gun leather, old holsters and related items such as Antique Saddles, antique western belts, old western Gun Belts, vintage & old horse tack! .
Rodeo Links and Listings:
- Cowboy Sports News : A south Texas monthly magazine with event listings, classifieds, editorials, and great pictures. This is the place to go to find events in your area.
- Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association : Official website of the Cowboys Professional Rodeo Association. Complete event listings, results, and news.
- Friends of Rodeo : Friends of Rodeo (FoR) is a nonprofit (501c3) rodeo advocacy group dedicated to the protection and advancement of rodeo. Education is our mission, understanding is our goal.
- Hayden Shaw Bucking Bulls : Top bloodline bucking stock by Hayden Shaw. Hayden is the son of Bill and Karen Shaw of Christian Cowboys Who Care Ministries. Some of Hayden's bulls will be seen this year in the PBR.
- Lancaster Pro Rodeo Company of Texas : Lancaster Pro Rodeo Company of Texas produces top quality rodeos throughout the state.
- Cowboy.com : extensive listing of any and everything cowboy and western related.
- Karoline Pershell : Karoline Pershell is not only a female bull rider, but is studying for her PhD in Mathematics at Rice University in Houston, TX as well. An awesome athlete and graduate of Sankey Rodeo Schools, Karoline knows the importance of using the mental talents God has given her as well.
Other Ministry Opportunities:
- Promise Keepers : Nationwide Christian men's conferences. Check out the site for an event near you.
- Operation Homefront : Supporting the wives and families of our nation's heroes, Operation Homefront provides financial aid, housing, educational, and other assistance.
- Robert Burkhart Ministries : Robert Burkhart is a music Evangelist and the Minister of Music at Bellaire Baptist Church in Houston, TX
- Christian Surfers: Galveston Surfside : A chapter of the Christian Surfers United States (see http://www.christiansurfers.com for National organization), the Galveston / Surfside Christian Surfers are a group of surfers who share a passion for Jesus and surfing.