• Senior pastor - Rev. Raymond Van Buskirk

    Meet Pastor Raymond

    We are truly blessed to have Pastor Raymond serving our church family at St. Peter Downtown!

    Pastor Raymond was called to serve at St. Peter in 2021. As a second-career pastor, he brings a wealth of life experience, dedication, and heart to his calling, which he pursued through his theological education at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. Having served in pastoral ministry since his 2004, Pastor Raymond has over 22 years of dedicated ordained ministry experience to our congregation—guiding our members with wisdom, compassion, and a deep commitment to the Gospel.

    At St. Peter, Pastor Raymond specializes in:

    • Pastoral Ministry & Shepherd Care: Walking alongside individuals and families through life's joys and challenges.
    • Preaching & Teaching: Delving into God’s Word to deliver faithful, inspiring sermons and lead engaging Bible studies.
    • Congregational Leadership: Co-leading with Pastor Jose to care for our church community and oversee daily ministry programs.

    On a personal note, Pastor Raymond is happily married to his best friend and partner in life, Martha. Together, they share a deep love for serving the Lord and welcoming everyone into the St. Peter family.

    Get in Touch with Pastor Raymond

    Whether you need pastoral care, have questions about our Bible studies, or simply want to introduce yourself, Pastor Raymond would love to connect with you!

  • Missions pastor - Rev. Jose R. Argueta

    Meet Pastor Jose R. Argueta

    We are blessed to have Pastor Jose R. Argueta serving our community at St. Peter Downtown!

    Pastor Jose was officially installed at St. Peter following his ordination as a pastor of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS) and his graduation from Concordia Seminary. Working alongside Pastor Raymond, Pastor Jose shares in shepherd duties, offering pastoral counseling, leading church ministry programs, and assisting with weekly Bible classes.

    While he is usually right here in Houston, Pastor Jose helps make our worship accessible to everyone by providing a Spanish-language summary of each Sunday's sermon. When Pastor Raymond is out of town, Pastor Jose steps in to lead the entire worship service and deliver the message for the week.

    Beyond our local walls, Pastor Jose has a heart for global outreach:

    • Year-End Mission Trips: At the end of every year, Pastor Jose travels on mission trips across various countries in Latin America as well as along the Mexico border, sharing the love of Christ and serving communities in need.
    • Glocal Mission Bible Institute: He serves as an instructor and administrator for the Glocal Mission Bible Institute.(www.glocalmission.org/instituto) In this role, his core passion is seeking the lost, discipling the found, and multiplying disciples who make disciples.

    Whether you see him in the pulpit, join his Thursday Bible study, or connect with him for counseling, Pastor Jose is dedicated to helping you walk closely with Jesus. You can reach him at: rev.joseargueta@icloud.com

Our Pastors

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A Rich History, A Vibrant Future

At St. Peter Downtown, we are blessed with experienced, dedicated pastors who bring heart, talent, and a deep passion for serving our church family.

Honoring our roots that trace all the way back to the founding of Iglesia Luterana San Pedro in 1936, we are thrilled to have a dedicated Spanish-language missions pastor on our team. This ministry allows us to warmly embrace and expand our evangelical outreach to Houston’s growing Latino community—building bridges, sharing the Gospel, and ensuring everyone in our city feels at home in God's house.


Whether you are looking to deepen your faith, connect with a vibrant multicultural community, or find a place where your whole family can belong, our pastoral team is here to walk alongside you. Come grow with us!