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Parish Ministry Opportunities The ministers of the Church are Lay Persons, Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. The ministry of Lay Persons is to represent Christ and His Church; to bear witness to him wherever they may be; and, according to the gifts given them, to carry out Christ’s work of reconciliation in the world; and to take their place in the life, worship, and governance of the Church. The Book of Common Prayer, Catechism, p.855
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ORGANIZATIONS OF ST. PHILIP’S ACOLYTES BOUND FOR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP (ABC-SCHOLARSHIPS): This is a scholarship program for Acolytes graduating from High School and bound for College. These deserving students are awarded $1,000 scholarships in appreciation for their faithful service as Acolytes. ACOLYTE GUILD: This guild is made up of children and youth ages 9 years and older. They are trained and participate in the ritual of the worship service, and serve the priest at the altar. ALTAR GUILD: The purpose of the Altar Guild is to prepare the church for worship of the church as directed by the clergy, to take due and reverent care of appointments, sacred vessels and the vestments of the ministry, to clean and keep the sacristy in order and assist the rector when on duty. USHER/GREETER GUILD: This organization of men, women, and youth assists with the seating and comfort of persons attending our church. They provide new members and visitors assistance in following our order of worship and help them to feel welcome. CHOIR: The Sanctuary Choir and Men’s Choir are comprised of persons who enjoy singing and the ministry of music. THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING: This organization of women and young girls is dedicated to a daily Rule of Prayer for the spread of Christ’s Kingdom, especially among women and girls, and for the spiritual growth of the parish. A Daughter of the King pledges herself to a life-long program of prayer, service, and evangelism, dedicated to the spread of Christ’s Kingdom and to the strengthening of the spiritual life of her parish. LAY READERS GUILD: This group is comprised of persons who are licensed to read the Offices in the presence of, or in the absence of the clergy; they serve as Eucharistic ministers, lay readers, and lectors. THE VESTRY: The Vestry is the governing board of the parish and is comprised of nine (9) members, of which the Senior and Junior Wardens are the lay leaders on the Vestry. The Vestry “ acts as helpers to the Minister, in whatever is appropriate to Lay Persons, for the furtherance of the Gospel.” The Rector is the Chairman of the Vestry. SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday School department is open to all children. It fosters Christian education based on the teachings of Scriptures. Its curriculum also incorporates the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. Children are brought into the service to be with their parents during the Eucharist. ST. PHILIP’S YOUTH GROUP: This organization of young church persons is organized for fellowship, study, Church activities and Christian service. Though it is primarily geared towards Junior and Senior High youth, it also incorporates children on the Elementary level. THE WOMEN OF ST. PHILIP’S: This organization emphasizes worship, study, service and fellowship in the church and community. Every woman of the church is a potential member. She becomes a member by participating in the programs of the organization. THE MEN OF ST. PHILIP’S: The Men of St. Philip’s is a fellowship organization that is committed to a ministry of service to the parish and community. All men of the church are members of this organization. << Back to St. Philip's Worship Info EVANGELISM AND OUTREACH THE GOLDEN LUNCH BUNCH: This is our outreach effort to the Senior members of our parish and community. Participants meet weekly on Wednesdays to engage in activities of Christian fellowship, which includes a specially prepared meal, occasional guest speakers, and a few games that can be enjoyed by all. GUEST SUNDAY: Every Sunday is designated as “Guest Sunday”, a time to encourage our parishioners to invite others to attend our worship service and to put into practice the act of reaching out to others for Christ. EBONY FASHION FAIR: For over 46 consecutive years St. Philip’s has sponsored this American and International fashion extravaganza as a means of promoting African Americans in fashion, and also to generate funds to enable our faith community to respond to various outreach needs in San Antonio and our society at large. In recent year’s, proceeds from this effort have been used to assist with the Eastside Branch Boys and Girls Club of San Antonio, the Battered Women’s Shelter, Beat Aids, Inc., Big Brothers - Big Sisters, Alamo Area, the Good Samaritan Center and the St. Philip's College Ministries. FIESTA PARADE PROJECT THE DAVIS-WALLER PARISH HALL HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ANNUAL PRAYER BREAKFAST MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY MARCH COMMUNITY-WIDE YARD SALE ST. PHILIP’S JOURNAL NEWSLETTER << Back to St. Philip's Worship Info
MISSION STATEMENT “JESUS CHRIST, SON OF GOD MAKE YOURSELF KNOWN THROUGH ME.” |
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