Are you ready to join the church?
On June 15, 2025, Bishop David G. Read will make his annual visit to St. Philip’s. He will celebrate the Holy Eucharist, baptize, confirm, receive, and reaffirm. Formal membership into…
The Rector Search Process
It’s been a while since we’ve gone through the process of searching for a new rector here at St. Philip’s, and many may be unfamiliar with how this process works…
Legacy Group Begins New Book
The Legacy Seniors meet each Wednesday for fellowship and a lively discussion. We are a welcoming group and open to new members at any time. But, this is a great…
May 24th – Third Annual Day of Remembrance
As you know, we are coming up on the 3rd Day of Remembrance of the tragic Robb Shooting. The days are passing but the pain, the loss, and the trauma…
An Easter reflection from Fr. Mike
It's Easter - Make a Little Effort Last Sunday, Easter Sunday, I said that when the stone was rolled away from the tomb the door to our future was opened…
Welcome to our New Suffragan Bishop Angela Cortiñas
Congratulations to our 7th Bishop Suffragan of the Diocese of West Texas, The Rt. Rev. Angela Maria Cortiñas. Bishop Cortiñas' consecration was held at St. John's Episcopal Church in McAllen…
Changing the Lives of Children
Often during Lent, we take on an outreach project to support a cause or a need outside of St. Philip's. This year we have chosen two projects, both of which…
Easter Flower Dedications
Help us decorate the altar for Easter by contributing to the Easter Flower Fund. Dedications can be made in honor of a person or occasion, in memory of loved ones…
News From the 121st Diocesan Council in the DWTX
Council News from Lory Zimmerman The Diocese of West Texas gathered for a significant event on the third weekend of February, marking a time of celebration and reflection for the Episcopal…
Wednesday Night Lenten Dinners
It's that time of year again. Let's all plan to gather on Wednesday nights for worship, fellowship, food, and program. March 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 9. 5:30 p.m.Stations…
Read The Rev. Dr. Michael K. Marsh’s Sermons
AN EPISCOPAL PRIEST’S SERMONS, PRAYERS, AND REFLECTIONS ON LIFE, BECOMING HUMAN, AND DISCOVERING OUR DIVINITY
Interrupting the Silence
- Declaring How Much God Has Done – A Retirement Sermon On Luke 8:26-39Several weeks ago I looked to see what the readings would be for today, my last Sunday to preach as your priest. My first thought when I read today’s gospel (Luke 8:26-39) was, Aw, come on God, really? The Gerasene demonic? An exorcism for my last Sunday? My second thought was, Am I the one […]
- The Ending of a Pastoral RelationshipAll: For everything there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven. (Ecclesiastes 3:1) V: So teach us to number our days:R: That we may apply our hearts to wisdom. (Psalm 90:12)Let us pray. O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred […]
- What Is Your Deathbed Prayer? – A Sermon On John 17:20-26Most of you won’t be surprised when I tell you that I’m going to begin with a couple of questions. You might, however, be surprised or even startled by the questions. Don’t try to immediately answer them. I’ll give you a moment to sit with them. Just pay attention and see what they bring up […]
- “As Soon As…” – A Sermon On John 5:1-9For thirty-eight years the man in today’s gospel (John 5:1-9) has sat on his … mat. That’s a long time. Every day for thirty-eight years doing the same old things. Waiting. Watching. Hoping. Wondering if today is the day. Sitting on his mat has become a way of life for this man. His life is […]