St. Luke the Evangelist Episcopal Church

About this church

St. Luke the Evangelist Episcopal Church is a historic congregation at 3530 Wheeler St. in Houston's Third Ward, near Texas Southern University and the University of Houston. Holy Eucharist is celebrated on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., following the order in the Book of Common Prayer, with hymns drawn from the 1982 Hymnal and Lift Every Voice and Sing. The church says it was the first Episcopal congregation in Houston established for African Americans, more than a century ago, and describes itself as inclusive and open to all. It belongs to the Episcopal Diocese of Texas.

Ministries include a bell ministry that sends cards and calls to members who are ill or homebound, a chapter of the Daughters of the King, and Episcopal Church Women, which leads most outreach and supports the Manna House Food Pantry. A Canterbury group for Texas Southern students, staff, and faculty meets at the church on Tuesdays at noon with a free lunch. The church also hosts the Community Music Center of Houston's chamber orchestra and a children's summer string camp, and holds an annual fall festival in its courtyard. Food donations for the pantry can be left in the narthex. Confirm times by calling 713-748-5974.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Home page, worship time, address · Worship and Book of Common Prayer · Ministries and outreach · History and mission

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