A diverse group of people standing in a circle outdoors, holding hands and praying. They are in a parking lot with cars, palm trees, and buildings in the background on a partly cloudy day.
Two men standing outdoors on a grassy area, smiling at the camera. The man on the left is wearing a white cap with the words "JESUS IS KING" and a white shirt with text, giving a thumbs-up. The man on the right is wearing a green shirt and has a back
A group of people gathered outdoors in a park, holding signs and flags during a demonstration or rally, with large trees and a crowd in the background.
Group of five people, including a woman in a wheelchair, participating in a high five during an outdoor event in a park with trees in the background.
People standing in line at a cafeteria-style food service counter with desserts like cakes, pies, and ice cream in display cases.
A line of people waiting outside for food distribution at dusk, with volunteers handing out packages and a truck in the background with a church logo and website.
Six men standing side by side outdoors on a grassy field, with trees and houses in the background, at dusk.
Two women are standing outside and talking. One woman has darker skin, black hair, sunglasses, a black cap, and a black T-shirt. The other woman has lighter skin, short hair, and is wearing a light-colored shirt and gray cap. They are near a mobile b
A group of twelve men standing together in a conference room, smiling for a photo. Behind them, a screen displays a presentation slide with the title 'Sons To Men' and a whiteboard shows notes related to mentoring men.
Four women and one man standing together outdoors, with one woman in a red dress holding a slice of cake with red icing, appearing emotional and comforting the man, who is holding a plate of cake and wearing a striped t-shirt.
Two people, one with long dark hair and the other with short blond hair, are sitting on a black electric bike in a parking lot with cars and palm trees in the background. The person with blond hair is wearing a shirt with an American flag design and
Young woman speaking into a microphone at a wooden podium outdoors on grassy area.

About Jesus Loves Hou

Jesus Loves Hou is a Christ-centered, federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit parachurch ministry serving Houston by sharing the Gospel, equipping believers, serving our community, and partnering with local Bible-believing churches. Our desire is to help people encounter the love of Jesus Christ, grow as His disciples, and become actively connected to the local church.

We believe every person is deeply loved by God, and we are committed to serving our city with compassion, truth, and the hope found only in Jesus Christ. Through evangelism, discipleship, outreach, prayer, and meaningful partnerships, we seek to make Christ known and equip believers to faithfully live out the Great Commission.

We are committed to honoring God through biblical stewardship, financial integrity, and organizational accountability. As a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, donations to Jesus Loves Hou are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Every gift entrusted to our ministry is prayerfully stewarded to advance our mission of serving Houston with the love of Jesus.

Our Team

A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a white baseball cap and a black T-shirt with religious text, stands outdoors in front of a green grassy area and trees. He is holding a microphone near a wooden podium.

Roman Rama III

Founder & President
A woman with long, curly brown hair smiling at the camera, wearing a white top with lace detailing, with confetti or small red decorations and a blurred background.

Elsa Ortiz

Vice President & Events Director
A man with dark hair, beard, and glasses on his head, wearing a black polo shirt, appears to be speaking or explaining something in front of a whiteboard in a meeting or classroom setting. 
Treasurer & Men's Discipleship Leader

Jamie Tovar