About St. Katharine Drexel · Hempstead, Texas
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Hempstead, Texas, is a welcoming parish rooted in the legacy of its patron, St. Katharine Drexel, who dedicated her life to serving marginalized communities. The parish offers Mass in both English and Spanish, emphasizes community and evangelization, and provides pastoral care through services like Rejoice Parish Counseling. It serves a diverse congregation and is part of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, with a focus on sacramental life, faith formation, and outreach.
- Patron
- St. Katharine Drexel
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
Why belong here
Join a parish that welcomes all people, provides assistance to those in need, and celebrates faith through sacraments and Scripture. Experience community through ministries like Religious Education, music, and parish counseling, and grow spiritually in a diverse, supportive environment.
Mass times at St. Katharine Drexel
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday 5:00pm to 6:10pm (English & Spanish in Chapel)
- Saturday 3:30pm to 4:45pm (English & Spanish in Chapel or by appointment)
Adoration times
- Perpetual (12:00am)
- Sunday 12:00pm until Friday 6:00pm ending with Benediction
Parish Mission Statement
We the people of St. Katharine Drexel Church, inspired by the legacy of our patron, strive to welcome all people, provide assistance to those in need, and celebrate our beliefs through the sacraments and God’s word. In the strength of our diverse backgrounds, we seek to continue our own formation and to evangelize our community, so that we may become united as sisters and brothers in Christ.
Office Hours
- Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday 9:00am-12:00pm
Ministries
- Music Ministry
- Religious Education
- Parish Counseling
Sacraments & Services
- Mass (English & Spanish)
- Confession (Tuesday & Saturday)
- Adoration (Perpetual & scheduled)
- Rejoice Parish Counseling