Church profile
St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church
Coptic Orthodox · Houston, TX
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Researched profile · official sources below
About this church
St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church presents parish life through the Divine Liturgy, prayer, fasting, sacraments, fellowship, and service. Its liturgical guide explains that Vespers normally precedes a liturgy, followed by midnight prayers and praises; Matins opens the morning service, and the Liturgy of the Faithful culminates in Communion. Sunday liturgy is part of the standard Orthodox rhythm, with seasonal services adding their own structures and tunes. The official site also offers online participation when someone cannot be present, but the reviewed pages do not publish a dependable weekly time, so visitors should consult the current parish schedule.
Formation extends from young children through adults. Youth Academy joins Scripture, doctrine, hymns, prayer, worship, memorization, service, and home life in partnership with parents. The monthly Ark Program serves mainly Pre-K through fourth-grade children and their parents through worship, learning, fellowship, and parent-child connection. Home Altar resources help families establish a dedicated prayer corner, while BRAVE men's ministry connects discipleship with repentance, family care, honest brotherhood, and community service. Public pages do not specify liturgy duration, Communion guidance for first-time Orthodox visitors, ordinary clothing, parking, physical or hearing access, child check-in, volunteer screening, or when limited care for younger Ark siblings is available. Those arrangements require direct confirmation.
Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 26, 2026. Sources: Official liturgical-services guide, Vespers, midnight praise, Matins, Divine Lit · Official Youth Academy page, age-spanning formation, Scripture, doctrine, prayer · Official Ark Program page, monthly family formation, target ages, child care lim · Official homepage, online worship route, parish schedule updates, classes, fello
Ministries and visitor notes
- Sunday Divine Liturgy and Related Prayers — Consult Current Parish Schedule
- Seasonal and Weekday Liturgies — Times Vary
Location
Other churches in Houston
14505 Gulf Fwy
Sunday Worship — 9:00 AM
Researched profile555 Tallowood Rd
Sunday Connect Groups — 9:00 AM
Researched profile1601 Sunset Blvd
Sunday Prayer — 9:00 AM
Researched profile2300 Willowick Rd
Sunday Bible Study — 9:30 AM
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