Overview

• More than 100 Houston firefighters fought the pre-dawn fire at Christ Church Apostolic on Fuqua Street using a defensive strategy due to heavy smoke and intense heat.
• The building was locked when crews arrived, no civilians were inside, and officials say the structure is likely a total loss.
• Two firefighters were injured during hose setup—a broken ankle and a fractured femur after a hose came loose—were hospitalized and later discharged.
• HFD arson investigators, Houston police and the ATF are examining the cause, with recent roof work and renovations noted by congregants but not linked to the fire.
• Worship continued Sunday at donated space at FountainBlu Event Centers in Pasadena, and members reported recovering treasured items including a 1690 Bible and a historic photograph.