Events
What does Walking in Love Look Like for You?
Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: As we prepare for the annual stewardship campaign, I am writing to invite you into prayer about the journey you make…
Do you prefer communion by intinction or cup?
There is no right or wrong way to receive - the choice is yours! Did you know you have a choice in how you receive communion? Have you noticed that…
Children Are Invited to Join the Choir this Christmas
I know it’s the season of ghosts and goblins, and then it’ll be turkey time and Christmas seems a way off. But, for those of us who sing in the choir, we’re…
Legacy Giving Transforms Lives and Communities – Leaving a Lasting Impact for Generations
Philip’s Episcopal Church has been serving the community of Uvalde for over 141 years. Such an accomplishment wouldn't have been possible without the unwavering dedication of our members. While none…
Soles for Souls – Shoe Drive!
St. Philip's Episcopal Church and School will be collecting new and gently used shoes for Philip's Closet from now until All Souls Day, November 2nd. Shoe donations can be dropped…
Children’s Bereavement Center Updates
Additional Space, New Programs = Increased Opportunities for Uvalde Children FINDING FORTITUDE FOR THE FUTURE Following a very generous donation from a local community member, The Children’s Bereavement Center of…
Supporting Crossroads Academy!
St. Philip's has been offering support and helping the students, faculty and staff at Crossroads Academy for five years! Each month we provide gift cards for students as various incentives…
Chapel Doors Update
The work on reconstructing the new chapel doors is underway. While the doors are under construction we are dealing with some serious rot issues in the walls of the chapel.…
Moving Forward!
It's not about moving on - there's a difference! I hope we never move on from May 24th. I do, however, hope and believe we can move forward from May…
Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes
At first glance, maybe the first thought that popped into your head was “?”, or “That doesn’t make sense!”. But drill it down, think about it a bit longer, and it…
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 […]