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.

  • Daylight Savings Time Change - March 14 - 2am
    Don't forget to spring forward one hour when you go to bed on Saturday night. Otherwise, when you awake Sunday morning, your clock will show one hour earlier than the actual time...you're going to be late for church!
  • Soup for the Lenten Soul - March 12
    Please join us for Soup for the Lenten Soul, a five-week devotional series preceded by a soup dinner. This week the devotional, The School of the Soul, will be presented by Joshua Richards. You can eat anytime between 6-7 pm To see the details, go to the following site:  Lent

  • Lent Sermon Series: Time to Remember and Renew
    The new sermon series began February 7. It is the Lent series that leads up to and including Easter. To listen to the sermon, go to: Sermons

  • Upward Soccer Registration Ends March 14
    Plan for your K-4 - Grade 6 children to play soccer. This is a wonderful program and draws a very large number of kids. Registration begins on January 16 and ends March 14. Registration forms are available the church office and should be returned to the office as well.  Don't forget, soccer evaluations will be Saturday, February 6.  You can learn more about this faith-based program by clicking on the following image:

     

  • Photos of St. Philip's Activities in 2009 & 2010 Through February 14
    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

  • An Evening in Old Bethlehem - Photos
    Once again, St. Philippians out did themselves with a wonderful transformation of the Church to Old Bethlehem on December 20, 2009.  To see some of the photos placed online, go to the following Link:  Old Bethlehem

  • Financial Peace
    The Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Class has begun at St. Philip's and continues through early April. This is a program that teaches you how beat debt, build wealth, and keep your own economy thriving.
  • Monday Morning Bible Study
    Professor Bert Hall leads a Bible Study each Monday morning at 9:30 am and is currently teaching the Gospel of John. Everyone is welcome to join the group.

  • J.A.M. Time - Every Wednesday
    For all children in Grades 1-5. Please join us for J.A.M. Time every Wednesday at 6:00 pm in Room 105. Fun, singing and a story.

  • 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.
  • ESL Classes Every Week
    ESL classes held every week. For details, click on the following link: ESL Schedule
    The ESL website can be found at the following link: ESL
  • 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.

 
     
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