Churches in West, Texas¶

This document provides a list of notable churches in West, a city famous for its strong Czech heritage and community spirit. Given West's large Catholic population — a direct legacy of Czech immigration — the Catholic parish is the largest and most central congregation in the city.

Catholic¶

St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption
Denomination: Roman Catholic (Diocese of Austin)
Pastor: Father Timothy Vaverek
Address: 303 S. Harrison St., West, TX 76691
History: A cornerstone of the Czech community in West, this parish's history dates to the turn of the 20th century. The current church building was dedicated in 1956 to serve the large and growing Czech Catholic population. The parish also operates St. Mary's Catholic School (507 W Spruce St), serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade for over 100 years.
Source: assumptionwest.org

Baptist¶

First Baptist Church of West
Denomination: Baptist (Southern Baptist Convention)
Address: 501 N. Marable St., West, TX 76691
Phone: (254) 826-5165
Services: Sunday 9:00 AM Bible Study, 10:15 AM Worship; Wednesday evening programs
History: A long-standing Baptist church in the community, FBC West is focused on "Sharing Life Together." The church has a strong emphasis on small groups (Life Groups) and is actively involved in disaster relief and other mission-oriented activities.
Source: fbcwest.com

Methodist¶

First United Methodist Church of West
Denomination: United Methodist Church
Pastor: John Woodard
Address: 411 W Pine St, West, TX 76691
Phone: (254) 826-5448
Services: Sunday School 9:45 AM; Worship 11:00 AM
Founded: 1884
History: One of the oldest Protestant congregations in West, serving the community for over 140 years.

Church of Christ¶

West Church of Christ
Denomination: Church of Christ
Address: 311 W Tokio Rd, West, TX 76691
Phone: (254) 826-5252
Source: westchurchofchrist.com

Non-Denominational / Cowboy Church¶

High Point Cowboy Church
Denomination: Non-Denominational / Cowboy Church
Pastor: Mitch Bynum
Address: 5580 Cottonwood Rd, West, TX 76691
History: Started in 2016 by Pastor Mitch Bynum, High Point offers a "western church experience" for the West community. The church began in an auction barn and has grown into a welcoming place for people from all backgrounds, with a focus on western-style worship and a family atmosphere.
Source: hpcctx.org

Nearby (Abbott, TX)¶

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (Located in Abbott, TX — approximately 11 miles north of West)
Denomination: Roman Catholic (Diocese of Austin)
Address: 601 W. Houston St, Abbott, TX 76621
History: Founded in 1946, this parish serves the Abbott community and surrounding rural areas in the northern McLennan County / Hill County region.
Source: immaculateheartofmaryabbott.org

Sources: Individual church websites; UMC Find-A-Church directory.