The Church of St. John the Divine | Houston, TX
Fall at St. John the Divine
Welcome to fall! Kids are back in school, families are back to regular rhythms, and fall programming is in full swing. Join us this fall for a wide range of events and discipleship opportunities for the whole family.
Stewardship 2026
Awakened Hearts. Generous Lives.
This year, we invite every member of our church family, including longtime friends and new families, to join us in shaping the future together. Our campaign invites us to live fully awake to God’s love and fully alive in generosity. Together, we can shine as A Light for the City.
Gather in Christ
Adult Confirmation
Sunday, Nov 2, 11:15 am. This Confirmation service for adults will be led by The Rt. Rev. Jeff Fisher, Bishop Suffragan.
All Saints' Choral Evensong
Sunday, Nov 2, 5 pm. Evensong for the Feast of All Saints including a Wall of Remembrance & a reading of the Necrology.
Thanksgiving Service
Nov 27, 10 am. Give thanks for our many blessings at this festive service led by the SJD Chorale, brass, and timpani.
Grow as Disciples
Prayer: Conversations with God
Sundays, 10:15 am, Hall Life Center. Start the fall with fresh insight into the meaning and practice of prayer.
Intro to (Episcopal) Christianity
Sundays, 10:15 am. Learn about the foundational beliefs of Christianity from an Episcopal perspective.
A History of Christianity in England
Sundays, 10:15 am, begins Oct 12. "Not Angels, but Anglicans". Parishioners led class.
Rethinking Evangelism: Sharing the Gospel Today
Sundays, 10:15 am, begins Oct 12. What if there was another way to share our faith?
Women's Monday Bible Study
Mondays, 7 pm. Women of all ages gather & grow in their understanding of God’s Word & foster meaningful connections.
Reagan Cocke's Study
Tuesdays, 11 am. Resumes Sept 16. Lunchtime study of Galatians & Philippians.Advent teaching series.
Bible 101
Wednesdays, 6 pm. Begins Sept 17. Learn about God's story from Genesis to Revelation with Tom Knudson and Meg Rice..
Dad's Discipleship Group
Third Thursdays, 7 am. Dads of small children gather for Bible study, honest conversation & prayer for one another.
Hope of Glory Women's Study
Thursdays, 9:30 am. Begins Sept 18. Fall Study: The Gospel of Mark The Servant Who Rules…The Ruler Who Serves
Estudio Bíblico en Español
Thursdays, 6:30 pm. A time of community and reflection on the Scriptures. Led by the Rev. Trent Pettit.
Go and Serve
Adult Mission Trip to Nepal
Oct 21-Nov 2. A team of outreach partners will travel to Nepal this October to serve at Abba House for Children, a local orphanage.
Lord of the Streets Thanksgiving Luncheon
Wed, Nov 26, 11am. Share the spirit of Thanksgiving with our unhoused neighbors at LOTS.
Pound of Love Drive for Generation One
Thru Nov 15. Daughters of the King are collecting needed items for Generation One.
Snack Shack Monday
Select Mondays, 3:30 pm, Westheimer parking lot. Help serve hot chocolate to Lamar students after school.
Service Saturday: Agape Development Birthday Bash
Saturday, Nov 1. Volunteer before or during the event & join in the fun celebration!
Wrap the City in Joy
Nov 17 & 24. Wrap doors with festive decorations for our outreach partners around the city.
Mexico Medical Missions Trip
November 8-13. Travel to Chihuahua to see firsthand the work of God among the Tarahumara people. Limited to 8 adults.
Sweet Sleep Quilting Bee
Fridays, 9am – 3pm. Help complete quilts for next year's Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed-building event.
For Children
Fall Sunday School
Teaching age 2-grade 5, Nursery: 2 mos-age 2. Shepherds children into a lasting relationship with God, introducing them to Jesus.
The Bridge Children's Chapel
Children (grades 3 - 7) can attend children's chapel during the 9 am traditional church service & return at the passing of the peace.
For Youth
Sunday School for Youth
Sundays, 10:15 am. Led by parishioners Calvin and Kathy Harris. We discuss hard questions about God, the Bible, the church, and more.
Confirmation Classes
A year-long course for 8th grade students leading to Confirmation, a milestone in a young person’s faith.
Teen Daughters of the King
Third Sundays, 9 am. Girls grade 6-12. Participants form a deeper understanding of prayer, service, and evangelism.
Student Ministry Council
Sunday, Nov 9, 5:30 pm. All youth welcome to participate. The council will focus on shaping the group through sharing ideas.
Sunday Night Live: Zorb Soccer
Sunday, Nov 9, 6:30 pm. Grades 6-12 meet for dinner, fellowship & zorb soccer. Grow in relationship with each other & Christ.
Youth Midweek
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm. SJD Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to meet monthly for food, fellowship, and a fun activity!
Junior Daughters of the King
Second Sundays. Girls grade 4-5 focus on how their relationship to Jesus develops courage, self-confidence & leadership.
For 20s & 30s
Neighborhood Groups
Tuesdays, 7 pm. Weekly dinner, Bible study, and group discussion.
Friendsgiving
Thursday, November 20, 6:30 pm. Attend a potluck at the home of Larry & Alecia Lawyer.
For Adults
NT Wright Book Signing
Wednesday, Nov 5, 5 pm. NT Wright presents & signs his new book, The Vision of Ephesians at Divine Gifts.
ECW Annual Christmas Tree Decorating
Friday, Nov 21, 9 am. Join the Episcopal Church Women tradition of Christmas tree decorating.
Family Matters
Sundays, 10:15 am. Join other parents & talk of life as Christian parents & faith formation in the home with clergy and staff facilitators.
ECW Book Club
Third Tuesdays, 10 am. Read popular novels & gather to discuss with other women. Led by parishioner & author Pat Holmes.
Body, Mind, and SOUL
First Thursdays, 5:30 pm. Women of all ages come together with a cycling class, dinner & discussion of the latest read.
Moms & Munchkins
Bring your little ones (from birth to age five) to a monthly playdate at SJD with coffee & refreshments for Mom!!
Daughters of the King
Second Saturdays, 9:30 am, Sid Smith Chapel - DOKs follow a "Rule of Life," & incorporate rules of prayer & service.
Pickleball
Join a fun group and get fit with pickleball at SJD on Friday afternoons & Saturday mornings in the HLC!
For Seniors
Medicare 101 - What Has Changed for 2026?
Nov 18, 10 am. Eileen Westbrook has answers!
Bridge
Mondays at 1 pm. We welcome all experienced Bridge players.
Mahjong
Fridays, 12:30 pm. Our mahjong group welcomes all players!
Funeral Planning Workshop
Nov 4, 10 am. Make choices to personalize the service that celebrates your life.
Music & Fine Arts
Prayer & Care
Scripture Meditation Group
Sundays, 10:15am, Nau Family Room. Go deeper into Sunday's gospel lesson together in God's presence.
The Gathering
Third Mondays, 9:45 am - 1:30 pm. Fun, food, and fellowship. Half-day program for adults with dementia providing respite for caregivers.
Walking the Mourner's Path
Begins Tues, Sept. 30. The Grief Ministry of St. John the Divine offers this workshop with love and support to those experiencing loss.
DivorceCare
Tuesdays, 6 pm. A 13-week curriculum for hope & healing after divorce or separation; designed to join at any time during the cycle.
Sewing and Prayer Shawl Ministry
Wednesdays, 10 am in The Parlor. Since 1939, Let's gather together for fellowship & creating.
Healing and Intercessory Prayer
Wednesdays, 6 pm in the Sid Smith Chapel. If you are in need of God’s gift of healing, we invite you to a weekly time of healing prayer.
Centering Prayer
Meditative Prayer and Lectio Divina, where we learn to still our minds, open our hearts & listen for God every Thursday morning.
Depression Support Group
Find support and connection through this free and confidential support group for individuals dealing with depression and bipolar disorder.