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.

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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.

  • GriefShare Support - Began April 6
    GriefShare is a nondenominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Registration is $20 (including workbook) and anyone is welcome to attend. Group discussions begin on April 6 and continues each Sunday through May 25. Time is 4:40 pm and will be led by Rev. Lisa Callaway and Dr. Linda Tavel-Miller.  Details are available at the following link:  GriefShare

  • ReConnecting Class- Began April 6
    ReConnecting is a Weslayan Guide for the Renewal of Our Congregation, a seven-week experience that will explore three things:
    • What God Has Done with People Called Methodist
    • What God is Calling Us to Be in This Day and Time
    • How We Can Grow into the Future As Disciples of Christ

    Sessions are on Sunday mornings starting April 6 and will continue through May 18, from 9:45 - 10:45 and on Wednesday evenings beginning April 9 through May 21, at 7:00.  All sessions will be held in Room 103.  You can find more information by going to the following link:  ReConnecting

  • Book Club - May 17
    Join the group for a lively discussion on the book selection, An Irish Country Doctor, by PatrickTaylor. Anyone is welcome. Meet with us in Room 103. For more information contact Linday Canterberry.

  • Register NOW for Day School Summer Fun Program
    Learn more about the summer fun program by going to the following link: SummerFun

  • Photos of Upward Soccer
    If you have missed watching the Upward Soccer games, click on the following link to see photos of one of the games: Soccer

  • Health Kits for UMCOR: Sager Brown
    Help the United Methodist Women with a Hands on Project by visiting the Narthex of Church Office to pick up a Zip-Lock Bag with a list of items needed. UMCOR: Sager Brown helps people suffering from povert, wars and natural disasters locally and internationally.

  • Kids Hope, USA
    Give one hour of your time per week, beginning this Fall. St. phbilip's will participated in a child-mentoring program with Benavides Elementary School in our area. For more information, contact Jane Walker.

  • 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.
  • 2008 Altar Flower Schedule Open
    Although some of the 2008 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.
  • ESL Needs Your Help
    The ESL program is assistant teachers and substitutes for the 2007-2008 school year. St. Philip's classes are know around the world and you can be a part of it. You do not need to be a trained teacher and assistance is available if needed. Contact Tom Wilkinson at wilkinsword@sbcglobal.net or call him at home.
  • 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.
  • Angel Wings
    Hungry? Pick up a "Angel Wings" flier in the Narthex area of the Sanctuary and stop by Wing Stop Restaurant in the Maplewood Mall on Beechnut and Hillcroft. St. Philip's benefits from your purchase by receiving 10% of your bill at the end of each month. You MUST have the flier for St. Philip's to receive the benefit.
  • Bible Studies
    Check out the Bible Studies being offered to adults. 

 
     
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