Time, Talent & Treasure
Play your part in the wholeness of the Cathedral.
Service at the Cathedral is like a ripple in a pond—the time and talent you give here extends far into the Houston community. Whether you have one hour a week or one day a year, there is a place for your hands and heart.
Hospitality Ministries
The ministry of welcome ensures that every person who enters our doors feels the warmth of Christ.
Welcome Team
Greet newcomers and fellow parishioners before and after services. A perfect way to learn names and faces.
Time: 2 hours/month
Contact: Elizabeth Cuevas
Cathedral Tour Guides
Share our rich history and beautiful stained glass with visitors.
Time: Sundays after service or Wednesday midday
Contact: Valerie Meisel
Reception Committee
Host celebrations for Confirmations, Evensongs, and special events.
Time: 3–4 hours per event (6x/year)
Contact: Elizabeth Cuevas
Annual Event Volunteers
Help us pull off our biggest community days, including Boo Bash, May Fete, and the Alternative Giving Market.
Worship Support Ministries
Enable our 800+ annual services to flourish through dedicated liturgical support.
Altar Guild
Prepare the sacred vessels, linens, and flowers for worship. Open to both men and women.
Time: 2 hours/month
Ushers
Ensure our services are dignified, well-ordered, and welcoming to all.
Time: 1.5–2 hours/month
Acolytes (Grades 7–12)
Assist clergy at the altar during the liturgy.
Contact: Canon Ed Stein | 713-590-3307
Liturgical Lay Ministry
Serve as Lay Readers, Eucharistic Ministers, or Worship Leaders.
Time: Varies (Training & Licensing required)
Worship Bag Crew
Resupply the children’s activity bags during the week.
Time: 30 mins/month
Contact: KariAnn Lessner | 713-590-3323
Outreach & Community Impact
Work directly with those in need through our historic downtown partnerships.
At The Beacon & Outreach Center
Beacon Day Center
Assist with intake, laundry, showers, or serving hot lunch.
Contact: Ronald Marshall | 713-220-9737
Beacon Law
Licensed attorneys can provide pro bono counsel or work in the advice clinic.
Contact: Erin Russell | 713-393-8743
Brigid’s Hope
Become a mentor for women transitioning from incarceration to self-sufficiency.
Contact: Regina Walker | 713-590-3318
COMPASS
Help neighbors navigate resources or manage client mail.
Time: 2–3 hours/week
Health, Housing & Education
Cathedral Clinic
Serve as a clinic assistant or volunteer clinician (current license required).
Contact: Mary Vaughan | 713-286-6170
Kids Hope
Commit to being a mentor or reading buddy for one hour a week at a local school.
Contact: Jennifer Sickman
New Hope Housing
Assist with resident services, education, or social programs.
Contact: volunteer@newhopehousing.com
Lord of the Streets (LOTS)
Cook breakfast for the street community (6:15 a.m. shifts) or sort clothing and mail during the week.
Contact: Will Symmes | 713-526-0311
Crisis & Recovery Resources
If you are looking to help with Disaster Response following recent storms, or if you are in need of urgent assistance, please use the resources below:
- Disaster Volunteering: Volunteer Houston | Houston Food Bank
- Urgent Pastoral Care: Call 713-826-5332
- Mental Health Emergency: Call 988
