I'm New

Is this your first time visiting us? Welcome. Learn more about us, frequently asked questions,  and new member orientation.

Staff

Get to know the pastors and staff who lead, teach, and care for the St. Philip the Deacon community.

Art at SPD

We believe that beauty is a form of witness. Explore the art that lives inside St. Philip the Deacon.

Who We Are

A Lutheran congregation in Plymouth, Minnesota, rooted in worship and service. Learn more about our mission, our values, and our history.

Groups

Looking for a smaller circle within a larger community? Explore the groups SPD has to offer.

Contact

Questions, prayer requests, or just not sure who to call? Here’s how to get in touch with us.

Children & Families

Sunday School, children's choirs, early childhood programs, and more. Learn how we nurture faith for families from birth through 5th grade.

Adults

Bible studies, retreats, yoga, spiritual direction, and more. There’s a place for adults at every age, stage, and season of faith at SPD.

Caring

If you're carrying something heavy, you don't have to carry it alone. Learn more about Care Ministries at St. Philip the Deacon.

Youth

Middle school confirmation, high school fellowship, and Wednesday night Koin. A place for 6th-12th graders to ask real questions, build friendships, and grow in faith.

Music & Worship

Five worship services each weekend, choirs for every age, a 3,000-pipe organ, and a long commitment to musical excellence.

Outreach & Service

Hands-on service opportunities in your own backyard, across the city, and on the other side of the world.

Young Adults

For young adults looking to stay connected to faith after high school with others who are on the same journey.

Stay Informed

Stay current on what’s happening at St. Philip the Deacon, from worship to service to fellowship and more.

Register for Events

Ready to join in? Browse upcoming events at SPD and register online here.

Inspire Magazine

SPD’s quarterly magazine, featuring member stories, pastoral reflections, and more.

Calendar

View the latest calendar for upcoming events at St. Philip the Deacon.

News & Publications

Subscribe to SPD news, publications, and other communications lists.

Community Series

Two community event series: Faith & Life lectures and the Herald Music Series. Always free, always open to the public.

Worship

Four services each weekend on Saturday evening and Sunday morning. Learn more about worship at SPD, find times, and watch past services here.

Sermons

Watch recent sermons or browse the full archive. New messages posted each week.

Podcasts

Short, thoughtful reflections on faith and everyday life from Pastor Tim Westermeyer.

Livestream

Join Sunday worship from wherever you are. Livestream begins just before 9:30 a.m.

Baptisms

We baptize infants, children, and adults. Learn about what baptism means at St. Philip the Deacon and how to get started.

Confirmation

Confirmation at SPD is about making faith your own, with three years of faith formation for middle schoolers leading to a public affirmation of faith.

Funerals

When grief arrives, we’re here to journey alongside you. Learn about funeral services and pastoral care at SPD.

First Communion

A family-centered workshop prepares 3rd graders to receive communion for the first time. Learn what the process looks like.

Weddings

SPD pastors officiate weddings for members and their families. Learn about the process here.

Columbarium

Our Columbarium offers a sacred resting place for individuals that’s close to the community that knew them.

Giving Overview

Generosity is one way we seek to give back and be Christ to our neighbor. Learn how financial gifts to SPD support our mission to reach out, proclaim, and inspire.

Legacy Giving

Leave a legacy that outlasts you. Explore planned giving options and the Rejoicing Partners program.

Make a Gift

A direct link to our online giving page

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“The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing . . . not healing, not curing . . . that is a friend who cares.”
Henri Nouwen

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