Lakewood Church
Houston TX

We Believe

The Bible

We believe the entire Bible is inspired by God, without error and the authority on which we base our faith, conduct and doctrine.

The Trinity

We believe in one God who exists in three distinct persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God who came to this earth as Savior of the world.

Salvation

We believe Jesus died on the cross and shed His blood for our sins. We believe that salvation is found by placing our faith in what Jesus did for us on the cross. We believe Jesus rose from the dead and is coming again.

Water Baptism

We believe water baptism is a symbol of the cleansing power of the blood of Christ and a testimony to our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Communion

We believe in the regular taking of Communion as an act of remembering what the Lord Jesus did for us on the cross.

Growing Relationship

We believe every believer should be in a growing relationship with Jesus by obeying God's Word, yielding to the Holy Spirit and by being conformed to the image of Christ.

 

Question: WHEN ARE THE IN-PERSON SERVICES?

Answer: Sundays 8:30am and 11am.

Spanish Sundays 2pm

Question: DO I NEED A TICKET TO ATTEND?

Answer: Tickets are not required to join us, you will enter the building just like you would a regular service.

Question: IS THERE A FEE TO ATTEND?

Answer: It is free to attend all Lakewood services and free parking is available.

Question: ARE ANIMALS ALLOWED IN SERVICES?

Answer: Only trained, licensed and harnessed service animals are permitted on Church property in designated areas. Emotional support animals are not permitted.

Question: IS SPANISH TRANSLATION OFFERED?

Answer: Yes, Spanish translation is available for the 8:30 & 11am Sunday services, please visit the Translation Booth located on the first floor near the Grand Entrance

Question: DO I NEED A MASK?

Answer: No, you do not need to wear a mask to attend service. However, we encourage you to follow current CDC guidance on whether you should wear a mask to best protect yourself and those around you.

Question: IS ASL TRANSLATION OFFERED?

Answer: Yes, ASL translation is available for the Sunday 11:00 am service only. Reserved seating is located on the first floor level of the sanctuary.
 

https://www.lakewoodchurch.com  

 

Bus

There are conveniently located METRO bus stops located on Edloe and Richmond, all within walking distance of the church. Lakewood Church is located in the Greenway Plaza area at 3700 Southwest Freeway.
Learn More About METRO

713-635-4000

http://www.ridemetro.org/

App Based or Taxi Services

Using an app based transportation service? Calling a taxi, or being dropped off by a friend? There is a drop off and pick up location at the West Circle Drive off of Timmons Lane. Advise your driver not to drop you off on the 59 feeder and also inform them that the intersection of Norfolk Street and Edloe Street at the church grand entrance is closed to vehicle traffic before, during and after services. There are additional driveway closures inside the Greenway plaza parking area to facilitate church traffic.

The recommended place for drop off and pick up is at the circle drive, which is highly accommodating and conveniently located off of Timmons Lane.  

Parking garage facilities are provided by Greenway Plaza and are located adjacent to Lakewood Church. Download our printable parking guide and follow the map for free, easily accessible parking.  

The Story of Lakewood Church

Its origins were humble. In fact, the first meeting of Lakewood Church was held in a converted feed store on the outskirts of Houston on Mother's Day, 1959. A caring atmosphere, quality leadership, and community outreach attracted people from all ages, religious backgrounds, races, and walks of life.

The Legacy of Hope Began

John Osteen made a historic mark on the landscape of Christianity. Founding Pastors of Lakewood Church, John Osteen along with his wife Dodie, have touched the lives of millions of people in more than 100 countries.

Together they hosted a weekly television program, which could be seen in 100 countries worldwide. John Osteen was author of 45 books and numerous teaching materials and audiotapes. Dodie Osteen is the author of Healed of Cancer, the story of her miraculous healing from metastatic cancer of the liver after being given up by doctors. Her genuine warmth and compassion is one reason Lakewood is called An Oasis of Love in a Troubled World.

Before Pastor Osteen's death in 1999, he had become known as a "pastor's pastor" and was constantly busy leading conferences and seminars in Houston and around the world. Whether preaching to millions on television or speaking to a single person, John Osteen's honesty, integrity, and leadership gained him the respect and admiration of people worldwide.

A Global Landmark

Known throughout the world as a model for harmony and diversity, the Lakewood Church congregation is multi-generational and multi-ethnic with members from dozens of nations across the globe. Each week, Lakewood reaches thousands of people in Houston and surrounding areas through worship services, classes, and local missions. Lakewood's heart for serving makes a tangible impact on the surrounding community through its outreach programs for hospital patients, prisons, nursing home residents, homeless shelters, and other outreaches.

Reaching a New Generation with a MESSAGE OF HOPE

Joel's first experiences were far from the spotlight in the areas of media and business, where he served faithfully behind the scenes as a television producer. Joel Osteen created the John Osteen television program and developed it into a global outreach. The capstone of his media career was building KTBU-TV55 into a premiere independent television station for the Houston market.

His father's unexpected passing in early 1999 set Joel down a new path and at that point, he assumed the role of Senior Pastor at Lakewood Church. Under the leadership of Joel and his wife Victoria, Lakewood Church has grown in a variety of ways. Lakewood's media broadcast has expanded into over 200 million households in the United States and to an international audience across 6 continents. Through podcasts, Sirius XM radio, and social media platforms the message is more accessible than ever before. Together with the leadership staff of Lakewood, Joel and Victoria are sharing the message of hope found in Jesus with a new generation.