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 will support the lives of children. One will support local…
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 who have passed, or as a thanksgiving for blessings in…
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 Church community. Representatives from various parishes, including Darrell and myself,…
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 of the Cross 6:00 p.m. Soup & Salad Supper 6:45…
Allured by God: The Desert Journey Home
What does it mean to be truly alive? “We entreat you, make us truly alive.” (Eucharistic prayer of Sarapion of Thmuis) I suspect you know the deep longing expressed in those words. It is that longing to be truly alive…
Here Am I – Send Me! – Council Updates
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 Church community. Representatives from various parishes, including Darrell and myself,…
The Good, the True, & The Beautiful – April 25 – 27 at Camp Capers.
This annual retreat is commonly known as "The Bishop's Retreat", but it is not a retreat for bishops - it's for you! It is based on creativity, storytelling, and spirituality. Mike and I have attended all but one of these…
Practicing Your Faith – A Class for Everyone!
New Sunday morning class "Practicing your Faith!" This class meets weekly in Grace Hall from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. for approximately eight weeks. I am planning a new curriculum for this class that is a bit different from what we’ve done…
Annual Parish Meeting
On Sunday, January 19th we gathered in Briscoe Hall to share a meal, present the budget, elect new vestry members, give thanks for the past, and look to the future. Thanks to Camile DuBose, Noreen Buchanan, and their team of…
The Feast of the Presentation – Sunday Feb. 2nd
We will celebrate Candlemas -The Feast of the Presentation of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple on Sunday, February 2, at both the 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services. The 10:30 a.m. service will begin in Grace Hall with…