River Oaks Baptist Church
Houston, Texas
River Oaks Baptist Church is a Christ-centered Baptist community located in Houston, Texas, dedicated to developing disciples of Jesus Christ through spiritual growth and loving outward ministry. The church describes itself as a growing, loving congregation with a vibrant, traditional style serving the heart of Houston. Founded in 1950, the church began as a vision among Christian community members to establish a Baptist presence in the River Oaks area. The first worship service was held on June 6, 1950, at the River Oaks Garden Center with 58 members present. After meeting in various locations for three years, the congregation moved to its permanent home at 2300 Willowick Road on December 13, 1953. The church offers both in-person and online worship experiences, Bible studies, and various ministries designed to foster spiritual development and community belonging.
Denomination
BaptistPhone
713-622-0570Services
Worship
Ministries
Bible Study
Last updated August 2026
500-1,000
estimated members
This is likely one of 775 Baptist congregations in Harris County, TX. Baptist accounts for 20% of the county's 3,414 congregations.
This estimate comes from ARDA 2020 data for churches of this size and denomination in the county.
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