About St. Michael · Houston, Texas
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in the Galleria area of west Houston, Texas, belonging to the Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston. The parish serves roughly 4,000 active families and operates St. Michael Catholic School, a Pre-K through 8th-grade elementary school of about 500 students. Daily Mass, five Sunday Masses, Eucharistic Adoration, a full sacramental program, and a livestream ministry make the parish an active hub of worship, education, and outreach in southwest Houston.
- Established
- 1925
- Patron
- St. Michael the Archangel
- Rector
- Rev. Stephen Bartlett (Bart) Reynolds
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston
Why belong here
St. Michael offers the full rhythm of Catholic life in one location: five Sunday Masses plus a daily Mass schedule, weekly Confession every weekday morning and on Saturday, and Tuesday Eucharistic Adoration from early afternoon into the evening. The parish grounds an active parish school (Pre-K–8) and a faith-formation program that serves children, youth, and adults — including OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults), marriage preparation, and natural family planning. Its livestream ministry and a long-standing tradition of liturgical music extend the parish's reach beyond its 1801 Sage Road doors.
Mass times at St. Michael
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
- Monday – Friday: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Adoration times
- Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
About St. Michael the Archangel
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church is located in west Houston in the Galleria area and is home to about 4,000 active families and a parish school of roughly 500 students. The parish's stated mission is: 'We, the people of Saint Michael, accept the responsibility and challenge of creating a Catholic, Christian Community in which the message of Jesus is alive and proclaimed through our worship, education, and service to others.' Worship, education, and outreach are the three pillars the parish highlights on its About page.
- Located in the Galleria area of west Houston
- Approximately 4,000 active families
- Parish school of about 500 students
- Founded 1925 (per GCatholic)
- Member of the Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston
History of the Parish
The parish dates to 1925 and grew alongside the western neighborhoods of Houston. Its parochial school, St. Michael Catholic School, was founded in 1954 and remains an integral part of parish life. While the official website does not publish a detailed anniversary history, GCatholic records 1925 as the parish's founding year and confirms its placement within the Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston.
- Parish founded: 1925
- School founded: 1954
- Diocese: Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston
Pastor: Fr. Stephen Bartlett (Bart) Reynolds
Fr. Reynolds was born in Houston on September 7, 1961 at St. Joseph Hospital during Hurricane Carla, the second of five children. He attended St. Anne Catholic School and entered St. Mary Seminary in Houston. He was ordained a deacon on January 28, 1989 and a priest on May 20, 1989 — his ordination taking place at St. Michael's. He holds an M.A. in Theology and an M.Div. from the University of St. Thomas.
- Parochial Vicar, Sacred Heart, Conroe (1989–1992)
- Parochial Vicar, St. Ambrose, Houston (1992–1994)
- Pastor, Christ the King, Houston (1994–2001)
- Pastor, St. Theresa, Sugar Land (2001–2015) — 14 years; founded new parochial school there
- Served as Vicar Forane (Dean) and on Archdiocesan committees and commissions
- Mentored seminarians and directed a Eucharistic retreat movement for youth
Parish Clergy & Staff
The parish team includes clergy and a large lay staff supporting liturgy, formation, administration, and facilities.
- Rev. Stephen Bartlett (Bart) Reynolds — Pastor
- Fr. Stephen B. Reynolds — Parochial Vicar
- Deacon Denny Hayes — Permanent Deacon and Pastoral Care
- Mary Caprio, MAT, MTS, MSN, CFCP — Director of Family Life, Marriage Preparation, Natural Family Planning and OCIA
- Chris Hart — Director of Youth and Young Adult Apostolate
- Liza Oprandi — Coordinator of Children's Faith Formation
- Sonia Rodriguez — Administrative Assistant, Children's Faith Formation & Marriage Prep
- Cheryl Faust — Administrative Assistant, Youth
- Dawn Mortus — Pastoral Associate for Parish Administration
- Nathan Schafsnitz — Director of Music and Principal Organist
- Clarisa Briones — Communications and Marketing Director
- Rene Gomez — Administrative Assistant / IT, Livestream and Safe Environment Coordinator
- Mary Abrams — Administrative Assistant, Event & Baptism Coordinator
- Vincent Reyes — Sacramental Records Secretary
- Mattia Maldonado — Wedding Liturgy Coordinator
- Huguette Teran — Receptionist and Pastoral Care
- Andrea Clark — Bookkeeper
- James Paul III — Director of Buildings and Grounds
- Derek Roy — Buildings and Grounds
- Silvino Anuario — Buildings and Grounds
- Claudia Elias — Rectory Housekeeper
Faith Formation & Family Life
Faith Formation at St. Michael engages adults, children, and youth in the Catholic faith, the meaning of the liturgy and sacraments, and the moral teachings of Jesus. The parish's Director of Family Life also oversees marriage preparation, Natural Family Planning, and OCIA. A separate youth and young adult apostolate, plus a children's faith formation program, complete the catechetical lineup.
- Adult, child, and youth faith formation
- OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
- Marriage Preparation
- Natural Family Planning
- Children's Faith Formation
- Youth and Young Adult Apostolate
St. Michael Catholic School
Established in 1954 by the parish, St. Michael Catholic School is a co-educational Pre-Kindergarten(3) through 8th-grade elementary and middle school in the Galleria area serving southwest Houston. The school is accredited by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) through the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) and is staffed by degreed, certified teachers. It serves roughly 500 students with the mission of 'integrating faith and knowledge in the tradition of Catholic education.'
- Founded 1954 by St. Michael Catholic Church
- Grades Pre-K(3) through 8
- Approximately 500 students
- Accredited by TEA through TCCED
- Affiliated with the Archdiocese of Galveston–Houston
- Principal: Dr. Kathleen Cox
Music & Liturgy
The parish maintains a full liturgical music program led by a Director of Music and Principal Organist. The parish's Sunday livestream Masses (9:00 AM and 11:00 AM) on YouTube have drawn praise from parishioners and viewers in other cities.
- Director of Music / Principal Organist: Nathan Schafsnitz
- Livestream Mass Sundays at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM
- Contact for Livestream Ministry: Rene Gomez ([email protected])
Parish Outreach & Social Service
The parish describes a 'vibrant parish outreach ministry' alongside its liturgical and educational work. Wedding liturgy, baptism, and pastoral care are coordinated through dedicated parish staff.
- Parish outreach / social service ministries
- Pastoral Care via Deacon Denny Hayes
- Baptism coordination (Mary Abrams)
- Wedding Liturgy Coordinator (Mattia Maldonado)
- Sacramental Records (Vincent Reyes)
Visit, Contact & Hours
The parish offices and church are open during the week. Visitors can reach the parish office by phone or email during posted hours.
- Address: 1801 Sage Road, Houston, TX 77056
- Phone: (713) 621-4370
- Email: [email protected]
- Office Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch)
- Church Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Website: https://www.stmichaelchurch.net/