My dear parish families, when a person’s behavior does not match his own best interests, the world becomes a very dangerous place, and that person’s long term survival is in grave doubt. The same scenario holds true for communities in which large numbers of people persistently act in loathsome, destructive ways that do not match the highest interests of their shared communities. Reasonable people universally experience dangerous behavior as frightening and disgusting. They abhor the use of power and money to exploit people who bear authentic grievances. They abhor the abuse of innocent, helpless or impoverished human beings who cannot defend themselves. They abhor mobs and murder, savagery and looting. They abhor cowardly leaders who pander to violence and betray their community’s safety and well-being....

Five St. Philip high school graduates were honored during a special Mass on Sunday, May 31.  During the families-only event, Father Barker bestowed a blessing on these young adults as they move forward into the next phase of their lives.  After the Mass, a luncheon was held in the hall so that the families could celebrate their children’s achievements.  St. Philip’s graduates are: Elizabeth Alvarez (Hargrave HS) will be attending Texas A&M Univ. to study Public Health with plans to be a pediatric nurse.  Lourdes Cupples (Kingwood HS) will be attending Univ. of Texas @ San Antonio to study Health on a pre-physical therapy track. John Jenkins (Atascocita HS) is headed to Stephen F Austin State Univ. to study Mathematics. Zachary Jolly (Atascocita HS) will be going to St. Joseph Seminary College in Louisiana and will major in Theology and Philosophy. Adella Soto (Atascocita HS) will be attending the Univ. of Houston to study Biomedical Sciences with plans to be a Physician’s Assistant.  We are so proud of these students.  Please join the entire St. Philip parish family in praying for these talented youth as they head off on this next great adventure led always by their love of Christ and his Holy Church.  “Be strong and courageous.  Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

My dear parishioners, what you see may not be all there is. The celebration of the Eucharist is a most sublime example of this. Your eyes of sight merely see the appearance of things. Your eyes of faith behold in the consecrated bread and wine the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of the God-man Jesus Christ who commanded, “Do this in remembrance of me.” [Lk 22:19]...

The Honey family had a big day on Tuesday, May 19. Four of the family’s children; Trystan Alun, 9, son of Jenelle Honey and his cousins, Kolton Alun, 8, Kyndell Cecilia, 7, and Kayden Alexander, 5, children of Kristen Honey, were baptized into the Catholic Church. While our parish has remained largely at rest anticipating our long-awaited return, it was a glorious occasion to see the Church come alive to welcome these new members. The kids’ faces lit up with joy as Father Barker poured the newly blessed Baptismal Waters over their heads, baptizing them "In the name of The Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit,” just as Christ commanded us to do. Truly, there is no greater place to begin this great commission than within our own families. “..Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19: 14 The children were excited and attentive to Father as he walked them through what was about to happen before the celebration began. The three older children took turns assisting Father by holding the Book of Prayers for him, and each responded strongly along with their mothers and godparents as the Baptismal Vows were made. Trystan and Kolton have been in St. Philip’s First Sacraments program this year as they have prepared to receive First Reconciliation and First Communion. This was a long-anticipated day for the children and their families. Originally anticipated to take place last fall, the sacraments had to be placed on hold while St. Philip was in exile at AUMC. While preparation classes continued for the children and their mothers, the boys missed receiving First Reconciliation with their class since they had not yet been baptized. With the Church completed and sitting beautiful as a bride awaiting her bridegroom, the Baptism could finally go forward. Trystan and Kolton will have their First Reconciliation on Sunday, May 31, and will then be ready to receive First Communion with their class. The parish staff is so grateful to the family for their understanding and unfailing faith through this extended process. Please join us in congratulating the family on the receipt of this beautiful sacrament.

My dear parishioners, regardless of age or circumstance, what you define you will defend. As a social being, you join like-minded others to support positive outcomes that maximize the greatest good for the most people. What makes...

My dear parishioners, I give you the joy of Easter and the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We rejoice in his baptismal blessings. Our baptismal promises shape every moment of our lives. They strengthen, prepare and enrich our future. In Christ we are everything...

My dear parishioners, Jesus of Nazareth was not employed during the active years of his pastoral ministry. Nevertheless, he applied himself energetically to his mission, ranging far and wide to teach and bring peace to troubled lives. He devoted...

The Knights of Columbus will award two (2) scholarships valued at $500 each to 2020 graduating high school seniors.  For more information and eligibility requirements, please read more at www.kofc9794.org. CLICK on cap and gown image to obtain an application.

Fr. Barker would like to offer our beautiful playground at St. Philip for your family's private enjoyment, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 1 pm. We have a jungle gym, swings, slides, and more to entertain your children. Please contact Kathy in the parish office to schedule your day and time, 281-324-1478, kcorbett@stphilip.cc.

FR BARKER invites you: "St. Philip's worship area will be OPEN Divine Mercy Sunday April 19, from 2 - 4 PM for individual, silent prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. “THE SANCTUARY area is fully decorated for the Easter season. Please use discretion and good judgement. (During the Easter Octave, the worship area is open from 9 AM to 1 PM.) “OUR LORD Jesus said to Saint Faustina Kowalska: “‘Proclaim that mercy is the greatest attribute of God. All the works of My hands are crowned with mercy." +++

My dear parishioners, I give you the joy of Easter and the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ! We rejoice in his baptismal blessings. Our baptismal promises shape every moment of our lives. They strengthen, prepare and enrich our future. In Christ we are everything. Without him we are nothing. Jesus suffered, died and rose from the dead that we might live. Therefore, Jesus is worthy to be the cornerstone of the Church. To be in the Church is to be one in Christ. We are the Body of Christ, and he is the head. The head and the body are one. (Continued on page 1 of our Easter Sunday newsletter.)

Fr Barker's message: "St. Philip's worship area will be open Good Friday 2 - 4 PM for individual, silent prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. The sanctuary area is fully decorated in remembrance of the sacred Triduum and Easter Sunday. Please use discretion and good judgement. (During the Easter Octave, the worship area will be open from 9 AM to 1 PM.) May God's wonderful blessings, protection and love be yours abundantly during these high holy days. Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again!"

St. Philip the Apostle will be open for private prayer during the following times: Good Friday, April 10, 2 - 4 pm Monday, April 13, 9 am - 1 pm Tuesday, April 14, 9 am - 1 pm Wednesday, April 15, 9 am - 1 pm Thursday, April 16, 9 am - 1 pm Friday, April 17, 9 am - 1 pm. Please use discretion and good judgement. Come and spend some quiet time with our Lord in the tabernacle as we remember his Passion, Death, and Resurrection.

Holy week prayful activities for you and your family are available on our website. Just CLICK on "HOLY WEEK,,," image. FIND activitities for these upcoming holy days.

Here is how to venerate your family's crucifix on Good Friday after prayer services + Place your most beautiful crucifix in a place of honor. + Add some lit candles nearby and prepare a place to kneel in front of it. + Kneel before the crucifix and meditate in prayer. + Thank Jesus for the gift of salvation, make an Act of Contrition, and say the "Prayer before the Crucifix" (Find in app with PRAYERS.) + Devote as much time as you'd like to in prayer before the crucifix, meditating on the Passion.

Holy week prayer and activities such as instructions on how to make palm crosses are on our homepage. Just CLICK on "HOLY WEEK,,," image. FIND additional prayful family activitities for Holy Week.

Blessed palms will be ready for drive-thru pickup Sunday, April 5th from 10 am to 1 pm. Please enter the main driveway, pull under the porte cochere and remain in your car to receive your palms. CLICK on "HOLY WEEK..." tab on home page on instructions for making your palm cross and more.

“I Will Pray”, written and performed by our own music director, Geralyn Moulds. CLICK on thumbnail image to hear the song. Very appropriate for these times. ENJOY!

Father Barker blessed the palms today for Palm Sunday's drive up distribution from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please enter the main driveway, pull under the covered drive, and remain in your car to receive your palms.

St. Philip will be offering blessed palms for drive-thru pick up on Palm Sunday, April 5, from 10 am – 1 pm.  Please enter the main driveway, pull under the covered drive, and remain in your car to receive your palms.  Hang them on your door or in your family room to welcome Christ into your home with praise and glory as we begin Holy Week.