After Harvey’s deluges, Texans head to worship services

Despite extensive damage to it’s building, the First Baptist Church in Rockport encouraged worshippers to bring their own chairs for a service outside, a week after Hurricane Harvey.

Julie Lynch, 56, is consoled as she weeps during Sunday service at the First Baptist Church in Rockport. Lynch’s house was gutted by Hurricane Harvey.

The First Baptist Church conducts a service outside.

Mary and K.C. Kimbrough of Rockport attend the outdoor service.

Prayers during the outdoor service following the storm.

Ken Garrett, right, hugs Youth Pastor Jordan Mims after they both delivered prayers on the grounds of the First Baptist Church.

Jordan Mims, and his son, Ian, listen as Ken Garrett delivers a prayer.