In July 1998, Pastors Eric and Shellee Cox answered God’s call to serve as Senior Pastor and co-laborer at Living Word Fellowship Church. Since then, they have faithfully led the congregation with a passionate, God-given vision to be a bright light of His love, life, and power in Northwest Oklahoma.

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Pastor Eric Cox holds a Master’s Degree in Practical Ministries from Wagner Leadership Institute. His deep commitment to both the church and the broader community is reflected in his many years of service, including:

• Chaplain for the Oklahoma Senate

• Chaplain for the Woodward Police Department

• Chairman of the Woodward County National Day of Prayer

• Regional leader for Oklahoma Apostolic Prayer Network

• Current Secretary/Treasurer of the Woodward Ministerial Alliance (previously served as President)

• Board member of For The Cross Ministries, Macedonia Ministries, and High Plains Outreach Center (a homeless shelter)

 

In 2001, Pastor Eric founded Families Helping Families, which has grown under his leadership as Founder and Chairman into The Hope Center, Food & Resource Center — Northwest Oklahoma’s largest assistance ministry. Today, The Hope Center serves over 6,000 individuals annually across 18 communities in 8 counties, providing vital food and resources to those in need.

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Beyond full-time ministry, Pastor Eric also manages a real estate rental properties company and an agricultural business in Northwest Oklahoma.

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Eric and Shellee have been married since 1998. They are blessed with two grown, married children and nine grandchildren. They also cherish the memory of their two grown children, their daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren who are now with the Lord in heaven.