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)
   

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.

• New Picture Link

A new photo page has been created showing only snapshots of various events. It is a work in progress and only has 6 events, which date back to November 28, 2012.  Click on: Photos
 
• Financial Peace University - June 5
  If tyou have taken the Financial Peace University course taught by Deanna White, you may not be managing your money properly. This 13-week course will help you reduce your debt. Contact Deanna to sign-up. Materials cost $100. See the following link for details: University
    
  
• Independence Day Celebration - June 30
  We are going to have an Independence Day Celebration at 11:30 am, following church. Look for the sign-up sheet in the Narthex to help. We are also looking for talent -- sing, dance, play music, etc.  Hotdogs will be served!
    
  
• Youth Stock Sales - May 19
  The Youth are selling $10 shares of stock on Sunday.  Sales are going toward their mission trip this summer to the San Marcos Work Camp. Please help them raise the needed funds for this important project of the Youth Department of St. Philip's. 
  
  
• Vacation Bible School - July 5 - 8

  Children age 3 through 5th grade will not want to miss the week of fun during Kingdom Rock - Where Kids Stand Strong for God week. See, hear, touch and even taste! Crafts, team building games, lively Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the activities. Register now VBS.  It is a 5-day program. 

  This 5-day program for the children will be held from 5:30-8:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall.  To register your child or to volunteer, contact the church office.

  Registration for the entire week is only $20.00 for the fist child and $15 each for all other children in your family, and the price includes a light supper. 

  Click on the following link to see the details and register for VBS: Register

  We need help.  Contact Jacqui DeRome to assist.  Details
  

• Summer Fun Days - July 23, 25, 30 August 1

  This program is for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade.  This year, the program has a multi theme and cost $60 for the first child and $50 for each additional child.

  Register now by clicking on the link below or by going to the church office.  It is a 4-day program that meets on July 23, 25, 30 and August 1.

  This 2 times per week for two weeks program for the children will be held from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall.  To register your child or click on: Fun Registration.  Mail or bring your completed registration form to the church along with your payment.

  We need help.  Contact Charlsie Groom to assist.  Summer

   
  
• Sermon Series - June 2 - 30
  Below is the upcoming sermon series on "ChurchLife"

  Theme: Exploring what it means to belong to this institution, which can be for us the body of Christ in a very real way. We understand that Christ is the foundation upon which we build the church, but what does it take to build the church? What kind of community is it we are establishing? What difference does church membership make in our lives? Finally, what does it mean to belong to the body of Christ? 
  
  June 2, 2013          “Building the Church”          1 Corinthians 14:1-12
  Theme: Paul helps us understand that the only valuable gift in the church is the gift that builds up.

   
  June 9, 2013          “The New Community”         Acts 6:1-6
  Theme: Mission and outreach empowered by prayer and proclamation are the essential elements of the new community of faith.

  
  June 16, 2013        “From Magic to Miracles”      Acts 8:4-13
  Theme: Life in the church is a journey from magic to miracles. If you dare to follow Jesus, the miracle of faith will be yours.

  
  June 23, 2013       “The Peaceable Kingdom”     Isaiah 11:6-9
  Theme: Isaiah’s image of the peaceable kingdom is an ideal vision of peace, and it asks the question of just how this vision compares with reality.

  
  June 30, 2013       “Set Free”                           Galatians 5:1, 13-18
  Theme: Paul helps us understand that the only valuable gift in the church is the gift that builds up.
  

• Sermon  - May 26
  Below is the upcoming sermon series on "Discipleship"

  May 26, 2013        “Three in One”                     John 16:12-15
  Theme: The creative power of God, the grace-filled redeeming work of God, and the life-giving Spirit flow around us and give us life.
  

• Upward Soccer Underway
  The Upward Soccer program, for boys and girls K-4 through 5th Grade is underway.  You can watch them practice on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 and see their games on Saturday mornings.
  
  
  
• Photos of St. Philip's Activities for the Past 12 months 
  You will be amazed at the number of activities at St. Philip's that have occurred in the past 12 months. To view most of those activities year to date, click on: Activities
  
  

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.

• Kids Sing
  Kids Sing will resume in September.  It is a group of children from Kindergarten through middle schoolers who like to sing. Rehearsal is generally from 12:15 - 1:15 pm on the first and third Sunday of the month. If your child likes to sing and would enjoy being a part of this program, contact Barbara Jennings, Director of Music, for details.
  
  
• ESL Classes 
  The ESL classes will take a summer break beginning  May 21 or 23 and will resume sometime in September. When in session, the program offers intermediate and advanced classes to students from all over the world.  We would love to have you join one of the classes.  To learn more about the ESL program, click on: ESL
  
  
• 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.
  
  
• Bible Studies
  Check out the Bible Studies page to see what is being offered to adults.
  
  
• 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
  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.
  
  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
  
  
• 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.  Philip's Joy is also seeking anyone who enjoys Praise music and can either sing or play a musical instrument.
  
  At the Contemporary service at 8:45am, there are opportunities for singers and musicians who can play in the Praise Band. Contact Barbara Jennings on Sunday morning to express your interest.
  
  
• 2013 Altar Flower Schedule Open
  Most Sundays of the year, our two altar flower arrangements are donated by members of the congregation in honor or in memory of a loved one. The 2013 altar flower calendar is now available and ready for reservations. Please contact the church office at (713)666-2175 or drop by to fill out a form if you would like to donate altar flowers in the coming year.
  
  
• 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.
  
  

The Weeks Ahead

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Conference's New UMC Logo

Sunday Worship Services

Contemporary Worship Service
8:45 am

Sunday School
9:15 am

Traditional Service
11:00 am

Youth Stockholders Sale
May 5, 12, 19
$10 per Share
Supports Summer Mission
 

To view the Texas Annual Conference Cross Connection newsletter, click on the image below.

Vacation Bible School
Click here for details.
Contact Jacqui DeRome to help.

Altar Flower Calendar for 2013 is open for reserving a date.

Independence Day Celebration
June 30 - 11:30 am
Sign-Up to Help.

Summer Fun Days
Click here for details.
Contact Charlsie Groom to Help.