Frequently Asked Questions

Who is St. Philip the church?

St. Philip the Joy-Giver is a new church family, brimming with energy and optimism. It is located in South Austin. The atmosphere is casual and relaxed. The people are friendly and comfortable. Just like you. Worship at St. Philip includes a mix of contemporary Christian praise songs and familiar hymns. The sermons are inspiring, pertinent and down to earth. There's always time allowed for quiet reflection and prayer - a breathing space for your soul. St. Philip the Joy-Giver meets Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at Jackie's Performing Arts Academy, 11530 Manchaca Road, 1-1/2 miles south of Slaughter Lane. The church family of St. Philip is committed to continue the joy-filled adventure begun by St. Philip in the first century.

Is St. Philip the Joy-Giver part of a denomination?

St. Philip is a mission of the Episcopal Diocese of Texas.

When was St. Philip started?

A core "launch team" began worshiping in September 1999 at Chapel of the Hills Church. We then moved to St. Andrews Episcopal Upper School and had our first "official" service on April 2, 2000. In November 2002, we moved to our current location at Jackie's Performing Arts Academy, 11530 Manchaca Road.

Do St. Philip members live in a particular area?

St. Philip expects to draw most of its membership from south Austin.

When are the services?

St. Philip has a contemporary worship and communion on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Where does St. Philip meet?

We currently meet at Jackie's Performing Arts Academy, 11530 Manchaca Road.

Are St. Philip Home Groups just for members of St. Philip?

Home groups supplement and support the ministry of the church.  They are the "heartbeat" of St. Philip. They offer a place to get to know others and to learn more about becoming the Body of Christ in today's world.  Friends, neighbors, and visitors are welcome.

Who is St. Philip, the patron?

St. Philip the Joy-Giver was named after Philip, a man who served the poor and spread an incredible sense of God's joy. Most of what is known about this early Christian evangelist is found in Acts 8 in the Bible. Philip discovered that lasting joy was found not in possessions but in relationships with God and with others. When the religious leaders of the day made life uncomfortable in Jerusalem, Philip went to a Samaritan city where he amazed the residents with the wonderful power of the living God. The Bible reports that, during Philip's visit, "there was great joy in the city" (Acts 8:8). Philip was then led to share God's joy to an Ethiopian official he met on the road and he continued preaching of the joy of God's love throughout cities along the Mediterranean coast.