"A refreshing, engaging, and spirit-filled service. . . Our members were truly blessed. I knew a true Spirit connection was made here when one of our youth commented a few days later and recalled an idea Phil had presented."
- Rev. Pam Harkema, winner of Michigan's 2023 Harry Denman Evangelism Award for outreach
"You were such a blessing and a true fountain of info! Thousand thanks 😀"
- Rev. Geri Hamlin, Trinity United Methodist, Iron Mt., Michigan
"You have really good songs."
- youth attendee, Oct 2024 album launch concert
- Rev. Pam Harkema, winner of Michigan's 2023 Harry Denman Evangelism Award for outreach
"You were such a blessing and a true fountain of info! Thousand thanks 😀"
- Rev. Geri Hamlin, Trinity United Methodist, Iron Mt., Michigan
"You have really good songs."
- youth attendee, Oct 2024 album launch concert
Phil would truly love to bring these fresh interpretations of Wesleyan hymns and his own, uplifting original songs to your congregation, conference, or workshop. Both as a solo act and with his band, the Red House Revelation, he has performed at many churches throughout Michigan, plus theater, house concert, and festival appearances. As a former United Methodist local pastor and a now-retired public educator of 30 years, Phil always interweaves his musical offerings with scripture, stories, humor, and even trivia questions about the Wesleys.
The two options most commonly selected by churches are:
The two options most commonly selected by churches are:
|
a 20-minute musical pulpit supply (sermon length)
• 4-5 songs • solo only |
or a 40-45 minute musical presentation
• 8-9 songs: the major part of a worship service • solo or with band |
The presentation can be a mix of original sacred songs and contemporary Wesley hymn settings with congregational singing. (This is the recommended option for a first visit.)
Or, the focus can be entirely on these hymns, the Wesleys, and their distinctive emphasis on sanctifying grace. Phil works with the pastor/council to determine the better focus and tailor his appearance to meet the church's needs.
Outside of worship, Phil also presents
• a 75-minute interactive concert experience
and
• a 90-minute masterclass
focusing on Wesleyan hymnody and theology, and the project itself, with significant opportunity for Q/A and talkback. This is especially right for seminaries or more advanced adult study classes.
"I really believe in the value of these hymns for both personal and church growth," says Phil. "My purpose is to get them, and my own life-affirming music, really heard, to make a difference in people's lives."
References will be gladly furnished upon request. Please don't hesitate to reach out with booking inquiries or general questions at 906.786.2396 or [email protected].
• a 75-minute interactive concert experience
and
• a 90-minute masterclass
focusing on Wesleyan hymnody and theology, and the project itself, with significant opportunity for Q/A and talkback. This is especially right for seminaries or more advanced adult study classes.
"I really believe in the value of these hymns for both personal and church growth," says Phil. "My purpose is to get them, and my own life-affirming music, really heard, to make a difference in people's lives."
References will be gladly furnished upon request. Please don't hesitate to reach out with booking inquiries or general questions at 906.786.2396 or [email protected].
