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Faith communities in The Woodlands

The Woodlands is home to about 67 religious congregations across many traditions. Here's a starting list, arranged alphabetically by faith.

This list isn't complete. Visit each congregation's website for service times, and if your congregation isn't listed, let us know.

CongregationFaithAddressWorth knowing
St. Anthony of PaduaCatholic7801 Bay Branch Dr.Founded 1997; 7,500+ families; parish school (PreK–8)
Sts. Simon and JudeCatholic26777 Glen Loch Dr.Parish founded 1979
Woodlands ChurchChristian (nondenominational)Main campus in The WoodlandsFounded 1993 as Fellowship of The Woodlands; about 17,000 weekend attendance across campuses
The Woodlands Methodist ChurchChristian (Methodist)2200 Lake Woodlands Dr.About 14,000 members; domed sanctuary; runs a preschool and The Woodlands Methodist School
Christ Church United MethodistChristian (Methodist)The WoodlandsRecently expanded campus
St. Cyril of Alexandria Orthodox ChurchChristian (Orthodox)9000 Highway 242Orthodox Church in America; services in English
Hindu Temple of The WoodlandsHinduWoodlands ParkwayOpened 2011 on 8 acres; free Sunday lunch for all visitors and free yoga classes
Char Dham Hindu TempleHindu8044 College Park Dr.Four temples in one, modeled on India's four Char Dham pilgrimage sites
Congregation Beth Shalom of The WoodlandsJewish (Reform)5125 Shadowbend Pl.Founded in the 1980s; worship, education and a religious school
Chabad of The WoodlandsJewish (Chabad)25823 Budde Rd.Founded 2011; hosts the annual Chanukah on Market Street celebration
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsLatter-day Saints27707 Glen Loch Dr. and 10303 Branch Crossing Dr.Several local wards meet at these buildings
Woodlands Islamic CenterMuslim1701 Sawdust Rd.Mosque with daily and Friday prayers
Northwoods Unitarian Universalist ChurchUnitarian UniversalistThe WoodlandsWelcomes people of many beliefs

Interfaith and service

  • Faiths Together of The Woodlands: a fellowship of congregations from different traditions that builds understanding through shared events.
  • Interfaith of The Woodlands: a social-service nonprofit founded with George Mitchell's support that coordinates community programs and volunteers.

Finding your fit

Many congregations offer newcomer classes, small groups, preschools, youth programs and service projects, which are some of the fastest ways to make friends after a move. Most livestream services, so you can visit online before you arrive.

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