Dormition of Mary Eastern Orthodox Christian Church and Monastery

About this church

The Dormition of Mary Eastern Orthodox Christian Church and Monastery in Houston holds its services in the Byzantine Rite at 4806-A Talina Way. On Saturday evening, Great Vespers is at 5:30 p.m. On Sunday, Matins begins at 9:30 a.m. and the Divine Liturgy follows at 10:30 a.m., with a Western Rite Eucharistic Holy Hour and Divine Mercy devotion at 3:00 p.m. A weekday Divine Liturgy is held Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. or on the eve of a holy day. The site describes a liturgical life built around the hours, the Divine Liturgy, and other devotional services, and says its aim is to pair liturgical structure with understanding of the Eastern fathers.

First-time visitors can read a what-to-expect page before attending. Baptism, chrismation, and reconciliation are available by appointment, and the monastery also offers wedding and funeral services. Outreach ministries listed include tutoring in a range of school subjects, spiritual counseling for premarital, divorce, and grief situations, and emotional support, offered without a fee though donations are welcome. A 24-hour prayer line, 713-690-1973, takes names and intentions to be remembered in daily services. The site also lists a calendar of celebrations, so confirm times before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Liturgical services schedule · Address and mission · Outreach ministries

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