At the last meeting of the Women's Guild on December 9th, the ladies wrapped Christmas boxes for the Seafarers who dock at the Port of Houston. Many of the seafarers do not have an opportunity to leave the ship for 12-13 months. Churches and groups around the Houston area wrap "goodie" boxes consisting of playing cards, deodorant, shampoo, popcorn, socks, gloves, hats, and other essentials that the men and women are not able to get while they are confined to their vessel. The boxes are given out at their annual Christmas celebration. Our ladies delivered the boxes to the Seafarers Center at the Port on December 9th. During a normal year, Cardinal DiNardo celebrates Mass for those who bring the boxes, followed by a delicious lunch and exchange of gifts. Unfortunately, due to COVID, that could not happen. Delivering the boxes, however, and seeing the many hundreds of boxes brought to the Center is heartwarming and a blessing.

St. Philip's Women's Guild is hosting their annual Membership Drive on Saturday, November 7th through Sunday, November 8th. You are invited to join this dedicated and amazing group of ladies who work together throughout the year to serve the Church and the Church family.
What are some specific service opportunities in joining the Women's Guild?
Members of the Women's Guild help Father Barker gather and prepare many of the items needed for him to better serve our parish family; they help with the washing and ironing of the altar linens; they donate flowers for the altar; and they host receptions whenever it is necessary. Basically, this team of service-minded women bands together whenever and wherever they are needed.
What is required for membership?
Membership dues for 2020-21 are $20.00 which you pay with cash or check. Make checks payable to St. Philip Catholic Church Women's Guild. You can also choose to be an active member or an inactive member.
How do I sign up?
Just visit the Women's Guild table after any of the Masses held on Saturday, November 7th or Sunday, November 8th.
First meeting?
The first meeting for the Women’s Guild will be Tuesday, November 10^th at 10:30 a.m. in the parish hall.