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
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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
Telling It Like It Is.
Truth Telling!
“You are the one!”
2 Samuel 12:1-13, Ephesians 4:15,16
It has been a wonderful vacation…a week at the beach with my sister and her husband, my brother and his wife, their newborn and … Read More
Where Does God Dwell ?
Where Does God Dwell ?
2 Samuel 7:1-14a; Ephesians 2:11-22
My Prayer For Illumination: O God of our life, dwell in the heart that Your Word may be proclaimed with the gift of joy … Read More
“I Hope You Dance”
“I Hope You Dance”
II Samuel 6:1-5,12b-19 and Ephesians 1:3-14
I hope you dance!
I hope you dance more than I do.
I’m not talking about simply doing the jitterbug nor the shag nor ballet … Read More
Counting Down the Decades of SBPC — The 60s
This year is the 60th anniversary of Spring Branch Presbyterian Church.
Each month we will be including “fun facts” that happened in the United States and in our church throughout the decades.
Do you … Read More
Register now for VBS !
Who’s your best friend? Are they forever?
Come to Vacation Bible School June 18th-22nd from 9:00 am to 11:30 am and find out that
THERE IS NO FRIEND LIKE JESUS! -Get Connected-
Complete the registration … Read More
What’s the Meaning of the Presbyterian Logo?
The official seal of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) was adopted in 1985. At first glance it looks like a cross. But, it is intended to capture some of the important emphases of the Reformed tradition. … Read More
Why is Pentecost the Birthday of the Church?
This Sunday is a special day of celebration for our church. It is called the day of Pentecost, which means “fiftieth day.” Pentecost was a Jewish feast of harvest that occurred the fiftieth day after … Read More
Counting Down the Decades of 60th Anniversary
This year is the 60th anniversary of Spring Branch Presbyterian Church.
Each month we will be posting “fun facts” that happened
in the United States and in our church throughout the decades.
Do you … Read More
The Myth of the Phoenix
The phoenix has long been presented as a symbol of rebirth, immortality, and renewal.
The phoenix was a fabulous mythical Arabian bird mentioned in Greek, Roman and Egyptian mythology. The phoenix, or firebird, was said … Read More
What is a Paschal candle?
Paschal season is another name for Eastertide, the 50-day period between Easter Sunday and Pentecost Sunday. The blessing of the Paschal, or Easter candle, is an ancient tradition that is observed in Roman Catholic, Anglican,
… Read More
Why is white the color for Eastertide?
Each season of the Christian year has a color that goes along with the season. The liturgical color of Eastertide is white.
White symbolizes purity, holiness, and virtue, as well as respect and reverence. White … Read More
How is a peacock a symbol of Eastertide?
What little we know of the images used by early Christians is what we can deduce from the use of images in the catacombs as decorations on their tombs. Many of the early images were … Read More
How is a butterfly a symbol for Easter?
Long before the time of Christ, Egyptians saw a similarity between the cloth wrappings of their mummies and the butterfly’s cocoon. For these early people and the Greeks, who placed golden butterflies in their tombs, … Read More
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