St. Francis of the Tejas Catholic Church, a Roman Catholic Church, is located in the piney woods and gently rolling hills of Houston County, Texas. Originally established in 1690, St. Francis of the Tejas was the first Catholic Church in what 147 years later would become Houston County, and was named after St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis, our Church, and our county are all rich in history. We invite you to come and share in that history with us.

St. Francis of the Tejas extends a warm welcome to all those searching for a deeper relationship with God and our Lord, Jesus Christ. Come join us for Mass - whether it has been a while since you last attended Mass, are considering settling here in Houston County, or are just passing through - all are welcome!

Interested in becoming Catholic? Attend a RCIA class (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) at St. Francis of the Tejas. Click here to get started!

Take advantage of the many resources available on our website to help explore or deepen your knowledge of the Catholic faith - books, videos, download apps, online study; or perhaps a classrom adult bible study - including opportunities with St. Francis or other entities within the Diocese of Tyler. Consider signing up Fr. Mike Schmitz's "Bible in a Year" podcasts.

Watch the Most Reverend Joseph E. Strickland, Bishop of Tyler, discuss scripture and issues affecting the Church and its members today.

 “You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You.”   St. Augustine 

Ever wondered how the church fathers chose the books to be included in the Christian Bible? Why are there two Creeds? Why Sola Scriptura is a problem for Christians? What the Catholic Church really teaches about death, judgment, Heaven and Hell?

Learn the answers to these questions and much, much more in this  outstanding adult bible study developed by Dr. Edward Sri and facilitated by St. Francis of the Tejas Acolyte, James Rankin.

No enrollment fee, no homework, no workbook to buy - just a wonderfully done adult bible study to introduce, deepen, or renew your knowledge of the Catholic faith. All are welcome!

Seating is limited; pre-enrollment is required before September 1, 2022. Click here for more information and enrollment!

The Catholic Church teaches the soul is present from the moment of conception; and every human being having been created by God, is sacred. Life is a gift from God; it is precious and to be protected.

                                     The Gabriel Project of East Texas

If you are pregnant and need help, please call our Toll Free Hotline 888-300-5112 or check out the Gabriel Project website....gabrielprojecteasttexas.org

The St. Francis of the Tejas Ladies Guild will be sponsoring its annual one-day Retreat for Catholic women on Saturday, October 1, 2022.

Online pre-registration will be available beginning July 15, 2022. This year's theme is "Lessons from Mary and Martha" based on biblical scripture in Luke and John. Please put the Retreat on your calendar and make plans to attend. Back by popular request will be speakers, Dr. Stacy Trasancos and Stacy Farquharson.
           
           Click here for more details!

“Nothing ever happens in the world that does not happen first inside human hearts.” 

Baptism preparation classes now available by appointment. To schedule a class, please contact James Rankin by email - jrankinsfott@gmail.com - or call the Church office, 936-544-5338, and leave a message. 

Tyler, Texas, July 17-22, 2022 - East Texas Pro-Life Teen Leadership Camp (for teens 13-19). . For details and registration, click here.

St. Francis with the support of Catholic Charities and the East Texas Food Bank is able to help Houston County residents once a month with groceries. First 4 Wednesdays of each month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM