St. Philip's Church

05/26/2026

Young adults of Charleston, the next round of ToT is TONIGHT! Justin and Brian will be upstairs in the Whiskey Room at Henry’s for part two of their conversation about Paul Kingsnorth's controversial but very important book "Against the Machine: On the Unmaking of Humanity."

As always, park for free in the church parking lot, help yourself to pizza and water (provided––cash bar available), ask any questions you'd like anonymously through a texting app, and feel free to bring a friend!

See you TONIGHT!!

05/25/2026

May God's blessings and peace be with our St. Philip's family and friends today! The church office is closed in observance of Memorial Day. In the event of a pastoral emergency, please contact the Rev. Bill Christian at (843) 327-0791.

"O Lord our God, whose name only is excellent and thy praise above heaven and earth: We give thee high praise and hearty thanks for all those who counted not their lives dear unto themselves but laid them down for their friends; beseeching thee to give them a part and a lot in those good things which thou hast prepared for all those whose names are written in the Book of Life; and grant to us, that having them always in remembrance, we may imitate their faithfulness and with them inherit the new name which thou hast promised to them that overcome; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."

05/24/2026

Join us for worship this morning in the church or online! The Rev. Justin C. Hare is preaching at our services of Holy Eucharist at 8:15 a.m. and Holy Eucharist and Baptism at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday school and the Rector's Forum are now in summer recess. Nursery is available during both services and children's church (ages 4 through 3rd grade) is available during the 10:30 service.

Those who are out of town may watch the service live at 10:30 on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/stphilipschurch. A link to the order of service is in the description of the video.

"Almighty God, who on this day didst open the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of thy Holy Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit, ever one God, world without end. Amen."

05/22/2026

St. Philip's family, friends, and neighbors, don't let your kids get left OUT OF the cold! Our adventures on Snowball Mountain begin June 8, but the final day to register is Monday, May 25!

VBS is open to all kids currently in 3K–5th grade––learn more and register through your Church Center app or by visiting stpchurch.org/vbs!

05/17/2026

Join us for worship this morning in the church or online! The Rev. Dr. John M. Barr III is the guest preacher at our services of Holy Eucharist at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday school for children of all ages and the Rector's Forum for all adults are available in the Academy building on the corner of Cumberland and State Streets between services. Nursery is available during both services and the Sunday school hour, and children's church (ages 4 through 3rd grade) is available during the 10:30 service.

Those who are out of town may watch the service live at 10:30 on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/stphilipschurch. A link to the order of service is in the description of the video.

Please also join us at 3:30 for a short organ recital with Holton Johnson, Director of Music Ministry at the Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort, followed by Choral Evensong with the Canterbury Choir at 4:00.

"O God, the King of glory, who hast exalted thine only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph unto thy kingdom in heaven: We beseech thee, leave us not comfortless, but send to us thine Holy Ghost to comfort us, and exalt us unto the same place whither
our Savior Christ is gone before; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen."

05/12/2026

Join us on Sunday for a beautiful and contemplative Choral Evensong led by the Canterbury Choir, who will soon be headed to England for the International Children's Choir Festival! Before the service, special guest Holton Johnson, Director of Music Ministry at the Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort, will give a short organ recital.

About Holton Johnson: Whether leading hymns from the organ console, conducting the choir in worship, or offering sacred solos, Holton Johnson seeks to glorify God through every expression of music. A native of Gulfport, Mississippi, Holton first encountered the transformative power of music in the public schools as a euphonium player. Over time, his calling shifted from performance and education to ministry, as he discovered a deep love for choral and sacred music during his studies.

Holton holds a Bachelor of Music Education and a Master of Music in choral conducting from The University of Southern Mississippi. His training includes work in brass instruments, voice, organ, piano, and conducting.

Dedicated to the heritage and future of sacred music, Holton currently serves as Director of Music Ministry at The Parish Church of St. Helena in Beaufort, South Carolina. He brings together classical training and pastoral sensitivity to support vibrant congregational singing, develop choirs of all ages, and uphold the rich liturgical traditions of the Church.

Outside of ministry, Holton enjoys honing his barista skills at home, cooking for his family and friends, and unwinding with a good show or movie.

05/11/2026

LADIES! This one is for you––join us tomorrow, May 12, at 12:30 p.m. in the Great Hall (in the Academy building on the corner of Cumberland and State) for this month's ladies' lunch with speaker Jayne Gurley!

Jayne was born in Holland, Michigan, and earned her Bachelor of Arts in English and education from Houghton College in New York. While her husband, Tom, served in the US Army, they lived in Berlin, Germany, and they raised their three daughters in Hartsville, OH.

Jayne also lived in Kharkiv, Ukraine, where she helped establish a crisis pregnancy center, and in Uganda, where she worked with Save the Mothers, a nonprofit that strives to reduce maternal mortality in developing countries.

Jayne is the founding director of the L.I.O.N. Players, a university-aged group that uses the performing arts to communicate God’s design for love, s*x, and marriage. The L.I.O.N Players have performed for thousands of youth in the US, Ukraine, Russia, Uganda, as well as at the Salt Lake, Athens, and London Olympic Games.

Jayne has published six children's books. She is a Bible teacher and frequent retreat speaker whose passions include reading, writing, storytelling, and her adventures in LaLa, her camper. She and Tom live in Mt. Pleasant and have 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

See you TOMORROW!

05/10/2026

Join us for worship this morning in the church or online! The Rev. Brian K. McGreevy is preaching at our services of Holy Eucharist at 8:15 a.m. and Morning Prayer at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday school for children of all ages and the Rector's Forum for all adults are available in the Academy building on the corner of Cumberland and State Streets between services. Nursery is available during both services and the Sunday school hour, and children's church (ages 4 through 3rd grade) is available during the 10:30 service.

Those who are out of town may watch the service live at 10:30 on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/stphilipschurch. A link to the order of service is in the description of the video.

"O God, who hast prepared for those who love thee such good things as pass man’s understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards thee, that we, loving thee in all things and above all things, may obtain thy promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen."

05/10/2026

05/07/2026

What a fabulous time we had at Kat's house on Tuesday! It was reminiscent of the Advent drop-in with the delicious spread and beautiful fellowship––just one door down (up, actually!) and just for the ladies. 💃

Speaking of events for the ladies, we have another one coming up on Tuesday: the monthly ladies' lunch! There's no signup for this one--just come on down to the Great Hall Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Our speaker is St. Philippian Jayne Gurley, a Bible teacher and frequent retreat speaker whose passions include reading, writing, storytelling, and her adventures in LaLa, her camper.

We can't wait to see you!

05/07/2026

Friends, this is it--it's your last chance until September to take part in the BEST lunch hour activity in town! Join us in the Great Hall today at 12:30 p.m.––we're studying Genesis and all are welcome. Sandwiches and accompaniments available...bring your Bible! (Yes...it can be on your phone!)