In Las Cruces, New Mexico, a city that’s more than 60% Latino, only a few Protestant churches offer Spanish-language worship services.
When in December St. James Episcopal Church began engaging in Latino outreach, its attendance went from 70 to over 150 members, including pledging families with small children. Several of St. James’ new members who were recently baptized are in the process of becoming confirmed in The Episcopal Church. Attendance and membership continue to grow.
The growth started with casual conversations in the Latino community, said the Rev. Peter Schmitt, who became St. James’ rector in December. To read more, click here
