Visiting St. Stephen
Welcome to St. Stephen Coptic Orthodox Church of Cypress, Texas. Here’s when to come, where to go, and what to expect on your first Sunday.
Sunday LiturgySunday Divine Liturgy
7:45–11:15 AMDivine Liturgy, every SundayAddress
18937 Kz Rd., Cypress, TX 77433Questions
Your first Divine Liturgy
A few things that help on a first visit to St. Stephen.
How long it is
On Sundays the Divine Liturgy runs 7:45–11:15 AM. On Saturday evening, Vespers and Raising of Incense begins at 6 PM.
Languages
The Liturgy is prayed in English, Coptic, Arabic and Greek, with screens so you can follow along. An Arabic Sermon follows the Sunday Liturgy, and Bible studies meet in English and in Arabic during the week.
Children
“Children are encouraged to actively participate in the Divine Liturgy with reverence.” Sunday School (PreK–Gr. 12) follows at 11:45 AM.
Confession
Available every Saturday following Vespers or by appointment. To schedule, call Fr. Abraam Kamal at 817-863-4505.
Holy Communion
Holy Communion is for those baptized in one of the Oriental Orthodox churches. If you’re not sure, please ask Abouna.
When we gather
From the church calendar. All times are Central.
Sunday
Today- 7:45–11:15 AM
Divine Liturgy
- 11:15–11:45 AM
Arabic Sermon
- 11:15 AM–1 PM
Mission 1615 Youth Meeting
College & Adults · 18939 Kz Rd
- 11:45 AM–12:45 PM
Sunday School
PreK–Gr. 12
Saturday
Evening- 6–8:30 PM
Vespers and Raising of Incense
- 7–7:30 PM
English Bible Study
- 7:30–9:30 PM
Midnight Prayers and Praises
- After Vespers
Confessions
Or by appointment with Fr. Abraam, 817-863-4505
Hymns classes, Bible studies, and choir rehearsal meet Wednesday through Saturday. See the full weekly schedule
Finding the church
St. Stephen Coptic Orthodox Church
18937 Kz Rd., Cypress, TX 77433
18937 Kz Rd.Cypress, TX 77433
Mission 1615 Youth Meeting
Meets on Sundays at the neighboring address, 18939 Kz Rd.
A Sunday morning, step by step
From the Divine Liturgy to the end of Sunday School.
- 7:45 AM
Divine Liturgy
The Liturgy continues until 11:15 AM.
- 11:15 AM
Arabic Sermon
Until 11:45 AM. College students and adults meet for Mission 1615.
- 11:45 AM
Sunday School
Classes for PreK through Grade 12, until 12:45 PM.
Fr. Abraam Kamal
Serving at St. Stephen since December 1, 2023.
817-863-4505 for confession or an appointment
Is there something for my children?
Yes. Sunday School (PreK–Gr. 12) meets every Sunday after the Liturgy, 11:45 AM–12:45 PM. Children’s Bible Study (Gr. 2–9) meets Fridays, and hymns classes for kindergarten through Grade 8 meet Saturdays at 4 PM. Parents can find each class’s announcements and event times on the Schedule and Events pages.
Is there a group for college students?
Yes. The Mission 1615 Youth Meeting, for college students and graduates, meets Sundays from 11:15 AM to 1 PM.
When can I go to Confession?
Confessions are available every Saturday following Vespers or by appointment. To schedule, please contact Fr. Abraam Kamal at 817-863-4505. Learn more
Can I watch a service online first?
Yes. Services are posted on our YouTube channel, @StStephenCypress (opens in a new tab), including Vespers & Midnight Praises and the Sunday and Tuesday Divine Liturgy.
What is the Coptic Orthodox Church?
The Coptic Church was established in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ by St. Mark the Evangelist in the city of Alexandria around 43 A.D. St. Stephen is part of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the Southern United States, under H.H. Pope Tawadros II and H.E. Metropolitan Youssef. Learn more
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- Fr. Abraam Kamal, for confession or an appointment
- 817-863-4505