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 for several of the topics below, click the item you want to display an expanded description. If you have a Mac computer or use a web browser other than Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, you may not be able to expand the links below. To view a complete list of events, see our Calendar of Events.

• Seniors Trip to Museums - September 8
  The seniors will be traveling via a Precinct 3 tour bus to the Houston Fire Museum, the Buffalo Soldier National Museum and lunch at Treebeard's in the Cloisters downtown. Check out the flier at:  Museums or Contact Tom or Tana Wilkinson as soon as possible for details. The cost is $7 per person.  Lunch is on your own.
  
  
• September Sermon Series: Authentic People
  The new sermon series begins September 5. It is, "Authentic People". To see listen to the sermons, go to: Sermons 

  To see the details of each sermon, go to: Jonah
  
  

• All Aboard: Your Ticket to Sunday School Classes - September 12
  Get your ticket and ride the train to Sunday School classes for children, youth and adults.  Get information on fall programs and church-wide events.  Enjoy fellowship and refreshments.  See you at the train station! Train
  
  
• Photos of St. Philip's Activities in 2009 & 2010 Through August 22
  You will be amazed at the number of activities at St. Philip's that have occurred in the past five months. To view most of those activities held through August 8 of this year, click on: Activities
  
  
• Operation: Care and Comfort - August 16
  Operation: Care and Comfort was introduced as a service project to the children in our Fantastic Fun Thursday program recently concluded. It was such a hit, the opportunity to participate is being extended to anyone who would like to participate. The packages will be mailed off on August 16, so get a list of items needed found in the Narthex of the church.
  
  
• Financial Peace University Returning - September 1
  Due to the overwhelming interest in the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University, Deanna White is repeating the series. The classes will require homework and teach you how you will set goals to eliminate debt. Contact Deanna or the church office for more information.
  
  
• Parents Night Out - September 3
  Hey Parents, need an adult only night out. Here is your chance. Register your potty-trained kids at mderome@sbcglobal.net. On September 3, bring the kids to church at 6:30 pm. Don't forget, you have to pick them up. The fee is $10 per child.
  
  
• ESL Classes Resume September 7
  The ESL classes for the Fall resume on September 7, 8, and October 21, depending on the classes.  For more information regarding the different classes, check out the following link or contact the church office:  ESL 2010-2011
  
  
• Two Winter Clothing Drives - September 19 & 26
  Start collecting your gently worn winter clothing and plan to bring all clothing and deposit them on tables located near Room 101. For more information, contact Trina Williams. The Men's clothing drive is September 19; Women's and children's drive is September 26.
  
  
• ESL Classes Need Volunteers
  If you would like to be a part of the ESL program, there is a big need for individuals who would like to help our non-English speaking neighbors from all over the world who have learned about our program. Training is available. Contact Tom Wilkinson for details.
  
  

Other Ongoing Activities Around the Church

This section highlights several ongoing activities around the church each week. 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.

• Trustees Need Your Help
  If you have any skills fixing anything or like to do light-duty jobs, the Trustees could use your help with repairs around the church. Contact Robert Tupper, the Trustees' chairman.
  
  
• Braes Interfaith Ministries Website
  Braes Interfaith Ministries (BIM) has a new website and offers services most of us may not know about. Click on the following link to learn more: BIM
  
  
• Activities on Summer Break
  • The Monday Morning Bible Study
  • J.A.M. Time
  • Chancel Choir (July only)
  • Handbell Choir
    
    
• Braes Interfaith Ministries
  Each month, the Fellowship Sunday School class collects contributions that are then given to Braes Interfaith Ministries.  The Fellowship Class has been responsible for this monthly outreach effort for many years and sincerely appreciates your contributions. For each dollar you contribute, BIM is able to buy $10 in food for those in need.
  
• 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 is always looking for experienced musicians who would like to play handbells.  You do not need to know how to play bells, but you do 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 on Thursday nights at 6:00 pm.
  
  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.
  
  
• 2010 Altar Flower Schedule Open
  Although some of the 2010 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.