Why Texas CEF?

Invest with Texas CEF

We offer investments to fit everyone: individuals, congregations, and kids too! Review our competitive rates and download an application to get started. 

Loans for Congregations

We provide funds to LCMS congregations throughout Texas to build or expand churches and schools. Our friendly staff can help your congregation get a loan with a competitive low interest rate.

Secure Online Service

My Texas CEF is a free secure online service in which investors and borrowers can quickly access Texas CEF investment and loan information, as well as set up transactions.

Make a Difference

Know that your investment with Texas CEF helps to build churches throughout Texas. Stay updated on current projects through our newsletters and photo albums.

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Texas District Church Extension Fund

June 2024 Investment Rates

Rainy Day Fund

1.000-1.250%
Ideal for saving regularly

  • $25 minimum balance

  • $25  minimum monthly EFT required

  • Premium rate up to $10,000

  • Limit one per household

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Flex Savings

1.000%
A great short-term investment

  • $10 minimum balance

  • Invest or withdraw anytime without penalty

  • Works with K.I.D.S Stamps

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Fixed Rate

3.750-4.150%
A stable option

  • $500 minimum investment

  • $100,000 minimum investment for Jumbo Investment

  • 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms available

  • 18-month Jumbo Investment available

  • No additions

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Floating Rate

3.250-3.750%
A flexible option

  • $500 minimum investment

  • 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year terms available

  • Add $25 or more anytime

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Individual Retirement Accounts

1.000-4.150%
Any Texas CEF investment may be included in an IRA portfolio

  • We offer Traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, ESA’s, SEP’s, and SIMPLE plans

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Congregation Savings

1.250%
Perfect for short-term investments

  • Variable interest rate

  • Invest or withdraw anytime without penalty

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Building Fund

3.000%
For congregations saving for a building project

  • Variable interest rate

  • Withdrawals for building projects may be made at any time

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Meet the Texas CEF Staff

Becca Jones
Executive Director
Ruby Cruz
Financial Controller
Cheryl Springer
Operations Supervisor
Raelyn Pracht
Marketing Specialist
Rolando Martinez
Accounting Assistant
Cynthia Segrest
Loan Associate
Debbie Potter
Investor Services Representative
Kenda Zawadzki
Investor Services Representative
Juanita Shelby
Administrative Clerk
Renee Lehmann
Hospitality Coordinator

Latest News

Rebates / Reps

CELEBRATING IN BOERNE

On Sunday, April 28, Marketing Specialist Raelyn Pracht presented CEF Rep David Theis with Messiah Lutheran Church in Boerne’s 2023 Loan Rebate Check. Over twenty members of the congregation have …

News / Reps

CELEBRATING AT CHRIST IN FORT WORTH

On Sunday, April 21, Executive Director Becca Jones and Marketing Specialist Raelyn Pracht joined the members of Christ Lutheran Church in Fort Worth to celebrate Frank Litt. Frank has served …

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Our staff offer support by email, phone, and in-person. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call for an appointment.

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Texas District Church Extension Fund

1221 Satellite View, Round Rock, Texas 78665
512-646-1233
invest@texascef.org
512-535-1605