Welcome

Welcome to our web site and the family of faith we call St. Philip’s United Methodist Church. We are a diverse family who offers ministry to address the needs of our congregation and of the community.

Our goal is to offer ministry to persons of all ages and we're especially excited about developing new ministries to young families. It is an exciting time at St. Philip’s. We recognize our mission to reach out to our community and to change lives in the name of Christ. We are anxious to get to know our neighbors in the community and learn how we may offer ministry to you.

Please visit us and we hope you will join us in our ministry in the name of Christ. When you visit, please introduce yourself. If you have questions regarding our ministry, please don’t hesitate to call us at (713) 666-2175 or email us at staff@spumc.com.

The following list provides shortcut links to the most frequently read pages:

• Sermons online (weekly)
• Campanile Newsletters (biweekly)
• Calendar of Events (changes weekly)

What's New

This section highlights several special projects and activities. To view more information about an item in the list, click the item you want to display an expanded description. To view a complete list of events, see our Calendar of Events.

• Youth Return from Mission Trip 2009
  The youth returned from their mission trip to Arizona.  Watch for more information.
  
• Four Fun-Filled Thursdays - June 18 - July 9
  This summer fun activity is for children in 1st Grade through 5th Grade. For more detail, click on the following link: Fun
  
• Precinct 3 Bus Trip to Museum - June 24
  The seniors (50+) are planning a trip to the Museum of Natural Science to see the Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor exhibit. The cost is $16 per person. Lunch will be own your on at Cleburne's Cafeteria. Details of the trip can be found at the following link: Warriors
  
• July 4th Celebration
  There will be a July 4th celebration from 4-7 pm. All are welcome to come and enjoy Free hotdogs, children's fun and games, and a concert. Invite your friends and neighbors.
  
• Circuit Riders are Coming! - July 12
  The Circuit Rider Band will bring Dixieland style gospel music to the 11:00 am service on the 12th. A love offering will be taken after the service.
  
• Vacation Bible School (VBS) - July 13 - 17
  Vacation Bible School this year features Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God's Light. For kids Grades 1-5 and cost $5 per child. The snack supper it a 5:30 pm and the program is from 6-8:30 pm. You can register your child at the church office.
  
• Christmas in July - July 19
  Yes, Christmas in July, for Bering Omega House. Bring items on the 19th. You can find a list of suggested items in the Narthex area of the Sanctuary.
  
• ESL to Take Summer Break
  The last day for the daytime ESL classes is May 21. The evening classes will stop on May 26. All classes will resume in September.
  
• June/July Sermon Series: More Than Survivors
  The next sermon series begins June 7. The series is entitled More Than Survivors. For more detail, click on the following link: Survivors.
  
• Combined Church Services in August
  During the month of August, we will have combined worship services as a lead-in to our September Open House. Sunday School will begin at 9:15 am and the combined service will start at 10:30 am. Mark your calendar with these time changes.
  
  
• Photos of St. Philip's Activities Through May
  You will be amazed at the number of activities at St. Philip's that have occurred in the past four months. To view most of those activities held through April of this year, click on: Activities
  
• Vacation Bible School is Coming - July 13-17
  The Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God's Light! For elementary school age children. Watch for details in the weeks to come.
  
• Recycle Paper
  Dont' forget to bring your old newspapers, magazines, articles, and folded up cardboard boxes and place them in the recycle bins. St. Philip's makes money!
• Music Opportunities
  If you would like to a part of the music program, there are two opportunities waiting for you. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Choir room behind the Chancel area. Singing experience is helpful, but not required.
  
  The handbell choir practices on the same evening, beginning at 5:45 pm. You need to be able to read music to participate. So, if you fit the bill and want to become a ding-a-ling, please join us.
  
  At the Contemporary service at 8:45am, there are opportunities for singers and musicians who can play in the Praise Band. Contact Joshua Grohman on Sunday morning to express your interest.
• 2009 Altar Flower Schedule Open
  Although some of the 2009 dates are taken, the altar flower schedule is open. Make sure each Sunday has flowers on the altar. You can honor or remember a loved one. Flowers are $44.
• Office Angels Needed
  If you have some spare time Monday or Friday of each week and would like to help the church office with the phones, filing, and stuffing bulletins, please call the church office at 713-666-2175.
• Bible Studies
  Check out the Bible Studies being offered to adults.