Our History

Since our founding in 1869, the Church of the Annunciation has been a cornerstone of both the city's and the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston’s history.

Established by Fr. Joseph Querat with the support of Bishop Claude Dubuis, the church rose from humble beginnings—built from salvaged bricks of the old Harris County Courthouse and funded through the generosity of Houstonians of all faiths.

Located in the heart of downtown, Annunciation is the oldest church in continuous use of any faith in Houston and has given rise to over 50 parishes in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

Situated near the old Union Train Station, it served early civic leaders and continues today as a vibrant parish. Annunciation remains on its original site, a testament to faith and resilience in Houston’s spiritual and cultural history.

Today, we continue to serve the faithful of Houston and welcome visitors from around the world. We are proud to carry forward the legacy of those who built a church and a home for generations of believers.