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!

Because of the progress being made against the COVID-19 pandemic in Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has announced that he is increasing the capacity of all businesses and facilities in the state to 100 percent and lifting his mask requirement for the state.

Read Bishop Strickland's instructions.

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 

"Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; And do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen."

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.

Pregnant and homeless?
Good Counsel Homes, 1-800-723-8331 or www.goodcounselhomes.org
Hurting from an abortion?
Visit www.AbortionForgiveness.com

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