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Our Purpose

St. Peter United exists to cultivate leaders who love God with all their heart, mind, soul, and strength and love their neighbor as themselves.

Our Mission

Inspiring people to find their unique path to a purposeful life by engaging in the community of St. Peter United.

Our Vision

The leading church for people living on purpose.

Freedom Of Worship

Established in 1848, St. Peter United is a diverse and inclusive, faith community located in Houston, Texas. We are an “Open and Affirming” faith community for LGBTQ+ persons. Everyone belongs at St. Peter United, including people who consider themselves spiritual but not religious. We believe that we are now in the age when spirituality and faith aren’t about fear and control, but connection, empowerment, compassion, hope, and love. St. Peter United is part of the United Church of Christ (UCC).

Rev. Leslie Jackson, Senior Pastor

St. Peter United is a dynamic and vibrant multi-ethnic church that seeks to help people grow ing God's love.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Catch up on past sermons.

  • "When I first started coming, I came with my parents. I liked the atmosphere. It really makes me feel welcomed when I come to the church."

    — Isaiah Lewis

  • "We have such a diverse community here that makes me feel more at home seeing that we have all walks of life."

    — Yolanda Dickey

  • "My favorite part of being in the community is continuing to watch it grow, and see all the new people coming in who get to feel part of the family, and praise God."

    — Yiannie Kyrou

  • "When I walked through the doors - I felt like I was safe. I felt comfortable. I just felt at home."

    — Phoenix Brown

  • "We were welcomed and accepted so we stayed. My favorite part of the journey so far has been doing the group events."

    — Joaquin Galaviz

  • "The pastor drew me to the church. I love his message and his energy."

    — Jan Morgan

  • "What drew me to the church is the honesty and earnestness of the pastor. Pastor Leslie has shown himself true to the Word that he shares with his congregation."

    — Ila Riley

  • "Some pastors really don’t make their congregation feel welcomed. He’s very personal and hands-on. I love that."

    — Gayle Johnson