Coker Methodist Church

• Holly G★★★★☆a month ago

  We went for their food pantry. It was a wonderful experience. Registration requiring proof of income or the other things required by most drives is not required here. They require you register one time. The volunteers are SO nice! Would recommend getting there early to get in the line, and then just waiting until the time. Make sure your truck is clean and ready as they make sure to fill it up. Unlike many other places, they give a reasonable about of things. Not 27lbs of carrots and 1 piece of bread type thing. They fill up your trunk, but it fairly balanced in the amounts of food you are given. Which is noticed and appreciated. Enough for a family to eat in a week to a week and a half. The whole process is streamlined and easy, once the line starts moving, it goes really quickly.

• Deborah Linda Trevino (DEBBIE)★★★★★2 months ago

  I truly would like to thank Coker Methodist United Church and it's parishioner and The San Antonio Food Bank, after suddenly losing my husband in 2022, whom was the sole financial provider in our household I realized now being a single parent to our only child I found myself struggling financially to keep food on our table, and even harder if it's healthy food, so last year I went to The Cokers food drive, and I was ,and always still so surprised not just of the great healthy fresh fruit and veggies and fresh meats and pastries it at the staff from the men directing traffic to the ladies outside signing you up, there always very courteous and truly make you feel welcomed, there out there for hours on in with no hesitation to help the first family to the last, Well my son and I are truly greatful, may our Lord continue to bless you all with good health and happiness 😊

• Robert Hendricks★★★★★2 years ago

  I'm not a Methodist, but I delivered a eulogy recently at Coker for a good friend. My interactions with clergy and church staff were related to the funeral only, but I think they were well representative of Coker Methodist Church, a historically important church which used to be on what was the far north side of San Antonio. It was so long ago, the church has it's own graveyard. And full disclosure, my wife was an employee of Coker Methodist several years ago as a weekly teacher of preschool music students. The funeral service was held in what was historically the second of four church buildings constructed for church worshippers. It is well furnished and maintained, and I estimate it will hold about one-hundred people. Besides a platform for a lectern, a piano or organ can be used. A large fellowship hall served as a gathering place after the funeral service. The cremains of my friend were to be buried at the church graveyard at a later date. The campus itself has grown dramatically over the years. The newest building, the Wellness Center, was built just a couple of years ago. There are numerous buildings for education, day school and a gym. I attached several still photos of the campus. Coker Methodist Church can be accessed from the new Wurzbach Parkway or the older North Loop Road. Please remember a church is more than buildings. My interactions with clergy and members were very good and enlightening.

• Lawton Taylor★★★★★3 months ago

  Best food pantry in san antonio. You have to get there. Early for the good stuff but you get everything fron ground beef to pastries and even food for your dog and cat. I was completely shocked and overwhelmed. I can't say enough about this place.

• Samantha★★★★★9 months ago

  Essential Service with Exceptional Volunteers – A Must-Read for New Visitors! ​I am writing this review specifically for the wonderful Food Pantry service offered at Coker Methodist Church every Thursday. As someone who has relied on this service about 10 times over the last year, I can confirm it is an absolute blessing to our community, providing essential groceries with dignity and care. ​The volunteers here are kind, organized, and truly dedicated. I want to give a massive thank you to Wayne in particular. He went above and beyond to provide clear, essential information about the logistics, which saved me and hopefully many others a lot of unnecessary waiting time! ​Crucial Advice for Visitors: Please note that the food trucks do not arrive until 11:00 AM, and serving cannot begin until the delivery is fully processed. I used to arrive very early (7:30 AM or 8:30 AM) and often waited up to four hours, so I tried coming at 6:00 AM to be first. Wayne clearly explained that because the truck time is a fixed constraint, coming excessively early makes virtually no difference in when you receive your food—you'll still wait until the food is ready around 11:00 AM. ​This clarity was invaluable. Wayne was precise, kind, and helped me realize that coming later (e.g., closer to 9:00 AM) still guarantees your spot without the long, dangerous wait on the side of the road. ​Thank you to Wayne and the entire team for your clarity and your generosity! You are truly a lifeline.

• Eleanora 'Puckle' Parks★★★★★a month ago

  I've used their food pantry and everyone there was very kind.

• JOHNNY DELGADO★☆☆☆☆10 months ago

  100 negative stars(-)The management that handle food bank are terribly lacking in empathy especially fr a person name Westberg talking dwn to individuals threwing food in car showing complete disrespect , I for one was trying to help a black couple w/ there food by driving there items to there home due to fact that they were on bikes & was completely denied, there management should be given a test on empathy because there lacking a boat full !!!! The management should meditate on Martthew 25:40 " When you done it unto the least of these u done it UNTO HIM"

• Lena davila gonzales★★★★★4 months ago

  Very convenient Plenty of food Especially very nice employees

• Misty Ptasnik★★★★★a year ago

  Come visit our church. Beautiful campus with a rich history. Imperfect people walking together on this faith journey; no judgements, just love. God loves you!

• Debbie Garza★★★★★a year ago

  Coker is my home church. The people are very friendly and welcoming. The pastors preach from the Bible, encourage Bible study, prayer, and discipleship small groups.

Services and facilities

Events and programs

• Food Pantry Service

  Weekly on Thursdays

  Provides essential groceries with dignity and care, including fresh produce, meats, pastries, and pet food. No proof of income required after initial registration.