Parish Mission: Finding Jesus in Lent

Saturday, March 14, through Tuesday, March 17

Attention St. Philip parishioners! We are excited to announce that we will be blessed to have a Lenten Parish Mission this March. This parish-centered “retreat” is for parishioners of all ages and will be offered by Fr. Jack Riley, well-known for his Parish Missions and Retreats offered across the country.

Extended Adoration and many opportunities for confession will be at the heart of this mission—which will focus on Mercy, the Mass, and on how to allow the Rosary to be a true “school of prayer.”

With our consideration of the Rosary, we shall ponder the distinction between oral, meditative, and contemplative prayer—and how deep, quiet, inner prayer is necessary to move beyond the beginnings of the spiritual life and to know an abiding intimacy with Jesus Christ.

More information coming soon!

Talks Added to "Diving Deep with Deacon James"

New Schedule Just Announced

Deacon James Waalkes has added new talks to his popular adult education series "Diving Deep." 

• Thurs., Feb 27: Cardinal Virtues: Justice, Prudence, Courage and Temperance
• Thurs., March 26: Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope and Love
• Thurs., April 30: The Holy Spirit: Gifts, Fruits, and Charisms
• Thurs., May 21: Jesus Christ: True God and True Man

Talks are held at 7:45pm in Room 5.

"Living the Faith" Series Resumes

Select Thursdays in Hayden Hall at 7:45pm

Sr. Timothy is sorry that her February "Living The Faith" presentation on "Human Sexuality" had to be postponed. She has arranged to include that important subject in her upcoming talks in the coming months. Here is the revised schedule:

March 5: Human Suffering: Essential in Making Us Whole
How to ntegrate bodily, mental, spiritual and seemingly "useless" suffering in daily life? Why is it valuable?

April 2: Sex and Gender Issues and the Identity of the Human Person
How do these issues relate to a life of faith, the dignity of the person, and the future of the human race?

May 7: The Call to Spousal Holiness
What does it mean to have a mutual marital call to holiness? How is this uniquely lived out in a sacramental marriage? What are major obstacles in our time?

June 4: Unconditional Love of Truth: Basis of Real Relationships
How remain faithful to truth in a culture where "truth" is often considered a "right" personally determined according to individual desires and expectations?

Sr. Timothy is a noted writer and theologian who has the unique gift of expressing deep theological principles in ways that are understandable to the "man on the street." Read more about Sister Mary Timothy.

Help Wanted: Bookkeeper

St. Philip is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper to provide financial management support to our parish church and school. Responsible for accounts payable and receivable, recording deposits, creating financial and tax reports, assisting with the annual budget process, data input and database maintenance, and payroll processing.

Expertise in QuickBooks and Excel, five or more years bookkeeping experience, ability to work as part of a team essential, and experience working in a church and school setting is a plus. Email businessmanager@stphilipsparish.com to request the full job description; and email a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements (required) to apply. Please put "Bookkeeper" in the subject line.

Summer Camp Registration for Ages 2 - 3rd Grade

Our programs have a new theme every week, and weekly activities include swimming, arts & crafts, S.T.E.M, and sports. Camps start the week of June 8th and run through the weeks of August 3rd. Full- and half-day options are available. Weekly prices start at just $200 for half-day camps and $315 for full-day camps. Learn more and register at stphilipecc.org.

Kindergarten Returning to St. Philip ECC This Fall

Kindergarten is coming back to St. Philip Early Childhood Center. Enroll your child in a faith-filled early academic setting. Students will learn in a Christ centered environment focused on faith, reading, math, and science. Spanish, music, science lab, library are all part of the curriculum. For more information or a tour, email Mrs. Ann Stich.

Volunteers Needed

Arts & Crafts

Help! We are very short handed and in need of help preparing for the Craft Room at the Parish Festival. We meet on Mondays evenings from 7 to 9 pm. Come join us!

Altar Society

We are desperately in need of people to help care for the altar. No experience necessary, just service for God. We meet on Saturday mornings after the 9 am Mass. Come join us!