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The Church of St. John the Divine

2450 River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, TX 77019
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4.7 · 110 Google reviews

About The Church of St. John the Divine


The Church of St. John the Divine is a African Methodist Episcopal Episcopal church in Houston, Texas located at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX 77019, United States. As of April 2026, The Church of St. John the Divine holds a 4.7-star rating across 110 Google reviews. The The Church of St. John the Divine parish office answers at +1 713-622-3600.

St. John the Divine is an Episcopal church nestled inside Houston's inner loop. As a non profit organization and one of the local non profit organizations, we warmly invite you to come and see how lives are being changed. Whoever you are, whatever your life story, wherever you are in your spiritual journey, whether you're new or have been a Christian for a long time, or just want a fresh start; we welcome you. You'll find a genuine connection to God and a vibrant community of faithful people. The DeForest Prayer Chapel near River Oaks Blvd. will be open 24 hours/day."

Patron saint of The Church of St. John the Divine


Saint John the Divine

John, Apostle & Evangelist

Feast day: Dec 27

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When does The Church of St. John the Divine hold services?


The Church of St. John the Divine publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 7 am–9 pm, Thursday 7 am–9 pm, Friday 7 am–6 pm, Saturday 8 am–3 pm, Sunday 7 am–8 pm, Monday 7 am–9 pm, Tuesday 7 am–9 pm. All times are local to Houston, TX.

Wednesday
7 am–9 pm
Thursday
7 am–9 pm
Friday
7 am–6 pm
Saturday
8 am–3 pm
Sunday
7 am–8 pm
Monday
7 am–9 pm
Tuesday
7 am–9 pm

Where is The Church of St. John the Divine located?


The Church of St. John the Divine is located at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX 77019, United States. The building sits at coordinates 29.74265, -95.42755, placing it in Houston, TX 77019.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Parking within ¼ mile

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around The Church of St. John the Divine


The ZIP code 77019 area around The Church of St. John the Divine is home to 22,839 residents with a median household income of $118,172 and a median age of 35.6 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

22,839 Residents in ZIP 77019
35.6 Median age
$118,172 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at The Church of St. John the Divine


Methodists worship with a blend of structured liturgy and heartfelt singing — a Wesleyan inheritance.

  • Service length is about an hour. Expect hymn singing, readings, prayers, a sermon, and often Holy Communion.
  • Communion is an "open table" — anyone seeking Christ is welcome to receive.
  • Dress is casual to business-casual.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Your Sunday at The Church of St. John the Divine


Service window 7 am–8 pm

The Church of St. John the Divine by the numbers


110 Google reviews to date

Questions and answers about The Church of St. John the Divine


What denomination is The Church of St. John the Divine?
This parish is part of the African Methodist Episcopal tradition.
What are the service times at The Church of St. John the Divine?
Published hours: Wednesday 7 am–9 pm, Thursday 7 am–9 pm, Friday 7 am–6 pm, Saturday 8 am–3 pm, Sunday 7 am–8 pm, Monday 7 am–9 pm, Tuesday 7 am–9 pm
What is the phone number for The Church of St. John the Divine?
You can reach the parish at +1 713-622-3600.
Where is The Church of St. John the Divine located?
The parish is located at 2450 River Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX 77019, United States.
Who is the patron saint of The Church of St. John the Divine?
Saint John the Divine (John, Apostle & Evangelist). Feast day: Dec 27.
How do visitors rate The Church of St. John the Divine?
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 110 Google reviews.

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