The Colors of Lent
As we continue our “In the Wild” journey this Lenten season helps us to remember how Jesus prayed and fasted in the wilderness before beginning his ministry. Just as Jesus prepared his heart and his … Read More
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Readings for Lent Next Week
Thursday, the 14th
Daily Bible Reading: Philippians4b-14
Reflection: What successes/achievements/accomplishments do you need to let go of in order to go forward with your relationship with God?
Friday, the 15th
Daily Bible … Read More
The Colors of Lent
We continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent. This fourth week of Lent, let’s think about the color Blue, which represents Faith and Nurturing the Young.
Faith includes our recognition that we are … Read More
The Colors of Lent
Lent is a time of renewal and transformation. As we march forward on our “In the Wild” journey towards Easter, we continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent.
This third week of Lent, … Read More
Readings for Lent Next Week
Thursday, the 28th
Daily Bible Reading: Psalm 63:5-8
Reflection: When you can’t sleep, do you ever turn to God in prayer. Try it next time!
Friday, March 1st
Daily Bible Reading: 1 … Read More
It’s planting season – do you need grass?
Ethan Mitchell is preparing to clear out the area for our new prayer labyrinth. He is building this as part of his Eagle Scout project.
If you would be interested in grass from the area … Read More
The Colors of Lent
As we continue our “In the Wild” journey this Lenten season, we continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent. This second week of Lent, let’s think about the color Gold, which represents Gratitude … Read More
Readings for Lent Next Week
Friday, the 22nd
Daily Bible Reading: Philippians 3:17-4:1
Reflection: Where do you see your life “clothed in the goodness of Christ?”
Please pray for our youth as 18 of them go to the Presbytery Conclave … Read More
The Sacrament of Baptism
Recently, someone came to me interested in joining the church but wanted to learn more about the Presbyterian Church (USA)’s understanding of Baptism. Here are some of our key understandings:
- We baptize with water because
Readings for Lent Next Week
Friday,15th
Daily Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Reflection: Past and present come together here. God’s people are
instructed to give thanks for their deliverance by what?
How do you give thanks?
Saturday, 16th
Daily Bible Reading: … Read More
The Colors of Lent
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and continues for the next forty days (excluding Sundays).
Our theme of “In the Wild” this Lenten season helps us to remember how Jesus prayed and fasted in the wilderness … Read More
What is Cana Grace??
Wherever Jesus went, he celebrated people —whether it was people at a wedding feast in Cana, people being healed, people sharing a meal together. He carried a spirit of celebration with him as he proclaimed … Read More
Lenten Bible Readings Next Week
Beginning February 13, Ash Wednesday
6:00pm Dinner
6:25pm Worship at the Tables
Prayer Stations
Daily Bible Reading: Matthew 6:1-6,16-21
Reflection: In today’s Gospel text, Jesus tells us how and where to
pray. What might your … Read More
Upcoming Speeches with Dr. Louis Markos
Many of us enjoyed the C.S. Lewis classes Dr. Louis Markos held in January and September 2012, so I’m sharing with you some dates for some of his upcoming events.
First, Dr. Markos is currently … Read More
The “Giving Tree” on SBPC
The “Giving Tree” returns to SBPC on Wed., Dec. 5th at the Advent party. Be ready to select an ornament and donate funds to the Presbyterian Children’s Home & Services program.… Read More
“Is God a Republican or a Democrat?”- Sermon by Rev.Laurey Murphy, November 11, 2012
Is God a Republican or a Democrat?
Mark 12:13-17, Romans 13:1-10
Sermon by Laurey Murphy
November 11, 2012
In the middle of the mall or the HEB or even here, ask “Is God a Republican … Read More
Benevolence Fair and Lunch
Spring Branch Mission Sunday is Oct. 7th with Peacemaking offering, communion, and our Benevolence Fair right after worship service in Fellowship Hall. Our youth will be providing lunch as a fundraiser and organizations to whom … Read More
Between Tradition and Improvisation… HOPE RISE
FOCUS 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Pines Presbyterian Church, 12751 Kimberley
A day to nurture your spirit, enliven your faith, and recommit to ministry.
The morning will begin with registration at 8:30am followed by Rev.
Peacemaking Offering and Benevolence Fair in Fellowship Hall
Oct. 7th
Visit Fellowship Hall after the service and see where we send some of our money each year; displays and people from MAM, Fairhaven Food Pantry, Westside Homeless, Casa de Esperanza, CUPS, and … Read More
How is a church like a restaurant?
Have you ever wished more people could join us at SBPC?
Believe it or not, lots of people look for churches the same way they look for a restaurant.
There’s word of mouth. Makes your … Read More
Between Tradition and Improvisation… HOPE RISES
FOCUS 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Pines Presbyterian Church
12751 Kimberley, Houston TX 77024
A day to nurture your spirit, enliven your faith, and recommit to ministry.
The morning will begin with Rev. Carol Howard … Read More
C.S. Lewis Lecture Series
C.S. Lewis Lecture Series on “Mere Christianity” begins Sunday, September 16th at 5pm. Dr. Markos was a treasure last year and we are looking forward to getting him back!
Mark your calendars for the other … Read More
“Dogs, Crumbs & Spit–Ephphatha!” Sermon by Dr. Laurey Murphy
“Dogs, Crumbs & Spit–Ephphatha!”
Mark 7:24-35
Sermon on 9/9 by Dr. Laurey Murphy
Here it is Rally Day 2012 and our lectionary passage this morning is about dogs, crumbs and spit! It is one … Read More
Lunch & Learn – God’s Answers for Today’s Problems
Lunch and Learn meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month (September to May) for lunch and Bible study. The current study features the book, God’s Answers for Today’s Problems: Proverbs by Kay Arthur and Pete … Read More
You Are Invited!
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN OF SPRING BRANCH
Welcome to God’s Household!
Please join us on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 for Bible Study and Salad luncheon in the fellowship Hall at 9:30 am.
Mary Marcotte, Associate General Presbyter … Read More
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