About St. Theresa · Houston, Texas
St. Theresa Catholic Church in Houston, Texas, is a vibrant parish community centered on faith formation, sacramental life, and service. It offers Mass in English and Spanish, active ministries for all ages, and a strong emphasis on spiritual growth through homilies, retreats, and prayer. The parish is part of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and serves a diverse congregation with programs including early childhood education, Catholic school, and outreach ministries. Its pastoral leadership is currently under Fr. Vincent Tran, supported by a team of deacons and staff dedicated to pastoral care and community building.
- Patron
- St. Theresa
- Rector
- Fr. Vincent Tran
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
Why belong here
Join a parish that welcomes all ages with ministries like early childhood education, faith formation, and sacramental preparation. Experience vibrant worship in English and Spanish, community outreach, and spiritual growth through homilies, retreats, and prayer groups. Your involvement helps strengthen local ministries and supports global missions through Catholic Relief Services.
Mass times at St. Theresa
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday: 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
- By appointment: Call 713-869-3783
Adoration times
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 5:45 PM (Blessed Sacrament Chapel)
Parish Life
St. Theresa Catholic Church fosters a welcoming community through regular Mass, Adoration, and spiritual retreats. The parish offers a variety of ministries for all ages, including early childhood education, faith formation, and sacramental preparation. Weekly homilies are available via YouTube, and the parish hosts prayer groups and retreats to deepen spiritual life.
- Weekly Mass in English and Spanish
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
- Renewed: Cultivating a Daily Prayer Routine
- Faith Formation Programs
- Sacramental Preparation
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries to serve the spiritual, educational, and social needs of its community. These include early childhood education, Catholic school, parish office services, and outreach programs. The parish also supports the Diocesan Support Fund and global relief efforts through Catholic Relief Services.
- Early Childhood Center
- St. Theresa Catholic School
- Parish Office
- Child and Youth Protection
- DSF (Diocesan Support Fund)
- Venezuela Earthquake Relief
Sacraments
St. Theresa offers all seven sacraments, including Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders. Sacramental preparation is available for all ages, and the parish provides resources for families seeking to deepen their understanding of the sacraments.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Holy Orders
Faith Formation
The parish offers a comprehensive faith formation program for children and adults. This includes catechesis, Bible study, and retreats. The parish also hosts the 'Renewed' prayer series and 'Word on Fire with Bishop Barron' to deepen understanding of Catholic teachings and inspire spiritual growth.
- Catechesis for Children
- Adult Faith Formation
- Retreats
- Renewed: Cultivating a Daily Prayer Routine
- Word on Fire with Bishop Barron