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Eric Pugh

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Pastor of Missions & Family Ministry

Rev. Eric Pugh

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Pastor Eric Pugh serves as Pastor of Missions & Family Ministry at First Methodist Houston, where he has been faithfully serving. An ordained United Methodist Deacon, Pastor Eric brings over 15 years of ministry experience, including 13 years in youth ministry in both lay and pastoral roles, and more than two years as Executive Pastor at John Wesley Church.

He holds a Master of Theological Studies from Perkins School of Theology at SMU and a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. Pastor Eric is passionate about guiding families, mentoring young people, and equipping the congregation to engage meaningfully in missions both locally and globally. His leadership helps foster spiritual growth, strong community connections, and vibrant ministry programs for all ages.

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