Please contact the national offices for a current copy of our constitution.

Help Phi Lamb Fundraise

Phi Lamb can only continue the ministry on campuses across the nation with continued financial support. While most of the operating budget for the Board of Directors and the operations of Phi Lamb come from the fees collected from our chapters, we also rely on support from our alumni and business donors.

You can also get involved by donating directly to the Alumni Board using a Paypal account. Please click on the button below to make a donation. All donations to the Board of Directors are tax-deductible and you may request a donation receipt. (Please note that donations to chapters are not tax deductible)

Thank you for your support of the ongoing ministry of Sigma Phi Lambda!

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Member Testimonies

Maggie Jane Martin
Sigma Phi Lambda — Texas Tech University
Jesus Christ has made a difference in my life because when I began to walk in the way of the Lord and was baptized into Him, I found myself, and gained the joy of an undying love in the Way that leads to salvation.
Thank you Lord!
God Bless you all!
Maggie Martin <>–<

Are you a member who would like to submit a testimony?

Please email your testimony to the Executive Director.

One of the greatest services we can perform for another is prayer!

How can we pray for you?

Submit prayer request to the Board of Directors
Submit prayer request to the Executive Director
Submit prayer request to your Alumni Council

Here are some ways you can pray for us

• Pray for the Board of Directors as they seek God’s will to guide Phi Lamb into the future.
• Pray for the Executive Director as she seeks help new chapters and perform the daily operations of Phi Lamb.
• Pray for the Alumni Councils of each chapter as they lead their chapters and train the officers.
• Pray for the officers of each chapter. Each one has a direct impact on the ladies in their chapter.
• Pray for the ministry of Phi Lamb on each of our campuses.
• Pray for the continued financial support of the Board of Directors and the ministry of Phi Lamb.

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God used Phi Lamb in an unbelievable way to shape me in my college years. I had no idea what I was in for when I joined as a sophomore! God gave me an amazing group of gals to laugh, cry, pray and play with … I could not have dreamed up a more abundant college experience for myself and most of that was due to how God used Sigma Phi Lambda and the gals I met through that organization in my life. I began to learn how to lead, how to pray, how to study the Word, how to live the abundant life. Phi Lamb was a catalyst to my walk with the Lord in college and I am thoroughly grateful for those years. I am so grateful, too, for the other gals who came alongside of me, challenged me and loved me well as we all experienced the ups and downs of college life together. My walk with the Lord is a dynamic and continual journey, and those few years in Phi Lamb were HUGE in spurring on my growth at such a vital time. God is good - all the time. All the time - God is good. - Rachel Wolters Shelton

There is nothing sweeter than the fellowship of Christian sisters. Phi Lamb served an amazing purpose in my life by offering me this great group of women to grow with and learn from. Oh yeah, and we had a lot of fun as well!!! I’ll always treasure my Phi Lamb experiences and I will continue to cherish and adore my friendships. - Katheryn Bell

Phi Lamb has filled a gap in my life that I never knew I had…..the friendships of Godly women. When Sigma Phi Lambda first started in 1988 I remember being exposed to women of different religious backgrounds from myself. It was eye opening for me and showed me how great the kingdom of God is. I have laughed, cried, feared, prayed, studied, sang, been silent, and learned from and with these other women. I never knew such friendship and still consider it one of my greatest joys. I remember retreats that turned into all night slumber parties. I remember parties with BYX where we danced for hours. I remember dorm prayer groups after lunch (those gave me the courage to pray out loud). I remember seeing my sisters on campus and feeling happy to know another person who I connected with and could trust. I remember doing the very first ever engagement circle and everyone screaming when I blew out the candle. I remember sorority picnics before Texas football games with our dates and parents. I remember performing the Carmen song “I still believe” at a party with Bonnie, Jennifer and Julie. Yikes! I remember initiations, weddings, couples showers, and baby showers. I am so thankful to God for allowing me to be a part of His wonderful plan. - Deanna Kotrla, Sigma Phi Lambda 1988

Please register to receive the Shepherd’s Call, Sigma Phi Lambda’s Alumni Newsletter. Your email address will be added to the mailing list of the next newsletter. Thank you for your continued interest in Phi Lamb!

The application process to begin a new chapter of Sigma Phi Lambda takes about one year. During this year, there are three main “phases”: the Interested Phase, the Application Phase, and the Initiation Phase. If you are interested in more information about becoming a chapter, please request an informational packet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Starting A New Chapter
More Information

Is there a chapter of Phi Lamb on my campus?

Check out our list of current chapters and see if there is a chapter near you!

How can I join an existing chapter?

It is easy to join the chapter at the campus you are attending! Use the link to the chapter websites to help you find your university’s chapter. Most chapters hold Rush in the fall and spring semesters. Any woman who participates in Rush, meets the requirements for membership, and chooses to join Phi Lamb is welcome to join. “We don’t choose you, you choose us.”

From the Sigma Phi Lambda Constitution, Article IV
Any female student is eligible for membership of Sigma Phi Lambda. No individual will be refused membership on the grounds of race, national origin, age, disability, appearance, social status, or religion. Because of the nature and purpose of Sigma Phi Lambda, the organization reserves the right to gender discriminate and limit membership to females only. Each Sigma Phi Lambda chapter is ensured this right to gender discriminate under a federal group exemption, section 501(c)7.

At the beginning of a semester, potential members will be introduced to Sigma Phi Lambda during a week of rush. With the guidance of our Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, the officers will interview each potential member, questioning each one about their desire to grow in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The potential member will then decide whether or not Sigma Phi Lambda is right for them. The new members will serve one semester of pledge-ship. At the end of that semester, the pledges will be initiated into the sorority and assume full membership.

Starting A New Chapter of Phi Lamb

Don’t have a chapter of Phi Lamb at your school? Ask God if He would want Phi Lamb to be a part of your campus. Perhaps He is calling you or another lady at your school to start a chapter at your university. Only He knows!

Here is more information about starting a chapter.

Can graduate students join Phi Lamb?
Who “runs” Phi Lamb?
How much are dues?
What are the membership requirements?
If I transfer to another campus, can I transfer my membership to another chapter?
Can a person from any denomination join Phi Lamb? Is Phi Lamb non-denominational?
Can Phi Lamb members be members of other sororities as well?
Do Phi Lamb chapters have sorority houses?
Can married women be members of Phi Lamb?
Submit your own new chapter FAQ!

Can graduate students join Phi Lamb?

Absolutely! While Grad Students carry heavy loads and are often equally burdened with work or family commitments, we often have requests for Grad students to join Phi Lamb. For more information on how to join, please click here.

Who “runs” Phi Lamb?

Board of Directors

Phi Lamb is governed by a Board of Directors. Seven alumna from various chapters help keep things running smoothly.

Regional Directors

The Regional DIrectors oversee the administration of each chapter.

Executive Director

This is the person you work with if you’d like to start a chapter of Phi Lamb. The “ED” also helps keep things running by assisting the Board of Directors with daily tasks and she helps plan the annual Officer Training Conference.

Alumni Councils

After a chapter has been established long enough to have alumni, an Alumni Council is formed. These three members can be former elected officers of that chapter. The Alumni Council provides guidance to the chapter and assistance to the Board of Directors representative.

Officers

Five officers are elected yearly in each chapter. The offices are President, Vice President, Chaplain, Secretary, and Treasurer. These officers maintain the daily functions and lead the members of their chapter.

Actives

These members of Phi Lamb are considered the big sisters of their chapter. They hold voting rights and are privilege to appointed officers positions that vary from chapter to chapter.

Pledges

New to Phi Lamb, these members are the little sisters. They are cherished by their big sisters and a vital part of Phi Lamb. Upon initiation into the sorority, they are able to vote and become Actives.

How much are dues?

There is one steadfast rule about dues in Phi Lamb. Dues never exceed the cost of 3 credit hours of tuition at a local state school in your state. Dues are set by each individual chapter of Phi Lamb. Some chapters are $200 a semester, some are $100. It truly is decided through prayer and by determining the needs of each individual chapter.

What are the membership requirements?

Sorority members may be classified as pledge, active, inactive, or alumni.
Pledges become active members through our initiation ceremony at the end of the pledge semester/year.
In order to be a pledge , she must abide by the following standards (unless some specific situation arises and is approved by her chapter officers).

1. She must be under the covering of or seeking a church home.
2. She must be actively involved in a Bible study. Sorority meetings do not provide adequate study of the scriptures necessary for Christian growth.
3. She must attend 80% of active and pledge meetings.
4. She must pay semester dues to Sigma Phi Lambda.
5. She must attend the pledge retreat.
6. She must attend any chapter retreats.
7. She must attend Sigma Phi Lambda prayer once a week. “Devote yourselves to prayer being watchful and thankful” Col. 4:2-7.
8. She must fulfill her service requirement.

In order to be an active member must abide by the following standards (unless some specific situation arises and is approved by the appropriate officer).

1. She must be under the covering of or seeking a church home.
2. She must be actively involved in a Bible study. Sorority meetings do not provide adequate study of the scriptures necessary for Christian growth.
3. She must attend 80% of active meetings.
4. She must pay semester dues to Sigma Phi Lambda.
5. She must attend the retreat.
6. She must attend Sigma Phi Lambda prayer once a week.
7. She must fulfill her service requirement
8. She must be present 3 of the 4 days of rush, one being the final day of rush.

Actives may be suspended by a majority vote of the officers after much prayer and movement by the Lord. An active member may choose to go inactive. Under such circumstances the above rules do not apply to her. She may not participate in closed activities; however she is welcome to resume her active status for a later semester.

Constitution of Sigma Phi Lambda, rev. 2008

If I transfer to another campus, can I transfer my membership to another chapter?

Transferring to another chapter is very simple. You’ll need a letter from your current chapter stating your membership status, signed by the current officers and addressed to the officers of the chapter to which you will be transferring. Talk to your chapter officers for more information about this procedure.

Can a person of any denomination join Phi Lamb? Is Phi Lamb non-denominational?

Phi Lamb welcomes Christ-following or Christ-seeking women from all Christian denominations. We base our organization and beliefs upon the word of God, the Bible.

Can Phi Lamb members be members of other sororities as well?

Many sororities will not allow for membership in sister organizations. However, Phi Lamb does not mind you being a member of another sorority or any other organization so long as you uphold your commitment to Sisters for the Lord.

If you are a member of another sorority and desire to become a member of Phi Lamb (or vice versa), be sure to check your requirements within the other sorority before making any commitments.

Do chapters of Phi Lamb have sorority houses?

None of our chapters have sorority houses. There are many reasons for this. First, our “permanent headquarters” is not a house, it is our Board of Directors. Second, Phi Lamb strives to include all women. Having a sorority house may limit membership for those women who are graduate students or married. Finally, the limitation on dues would make the financial aspects of obtaining and maintaining a house almost impossible while meeting the other goals of Phi Lamb.

Can married women be members of Phi Lamb?

Yes they can! Phi Lamb welcomes all Christ-following or Christ-seeking women from all life situations.

Submit your own New Chapter FAQ

The Board of Directors of Sigma Phi Lambda is made up of seven women from the various chapters who have a heart for Phi Lamb and its continuing ministry.

Ricci Allen, Alumni Relations Coordinator

Board Representative, Ricci lives in Texas. She oversees the chapter at the University of Texas.

Email Ricci

Sarah Henze, Treasurer

Sarah oversees the chapter at Baylor University.  Sarah was in UT Phi Lamb from 97-01 and had the pleasure to serve as Rush Captain, Favors Chair and Vice President. Since her days in Austin, Sarah has been busy… She graduated from grad school at Baylor a few years ago and moved up to Dallas for her dream job as a financial analyst at a Christian nonprofit.
As the youngest & only single board member, Sarah has lots of free time! She loves to shop, teaches 10th grade Sunday school, and can’t wait to starting traveling more. Her current long range project is transforming her apartment from college leftovers to Pottery Barn chic. She’d love to hear from you on Facebook, so look her up!

Favorite Things: Diet Dr. Pepper with vanilla, boys in pink dress shirts, and sleeping in on Saturdays.  Pet peeves: Being bare foot, boys with no manners, and bad drivers.

Email Sarah

Tobi McMillan, Chaplain

Tobi McMillan is the board representative for Stephen F. Austin University. She has been involved with Phi Lamb at Texas Tech since she pledged in 1992 and has loved every minute of it. As an active member she served as pledge trainer and chaplain and then served on the Alumni Council for the chapter from 2002 to 2006.

Tobi attended Tech for both her undergraduate and graduate work in Multidisciplinary Science. After graduating from Tech, she remained in Lubbock and taught high school science for nine years and then spent two years training both teachers and undergraduate students in science education. This year she is returning to her true passion of teaching high school; she will be teaching Senior Seminar, a course primarily geared toward preparing students for college and career options following high school. When she’s not doing Phi Lamb stuff or working, she loves to hang out with friends, read, write, travel, drink hot tea, and rollerblade.

Email Tobi

Leslie Moore, Vice Treasurer

Email Leslie

Hillarie Smith, Chairperson

Hillarie lives in Austin, TX. She oversees the chapter at Tarleton State University.
Hillarie graduated from Texas Tech University in 2001 with a Multi-Disciplinary Studies degree and taught middle school math for 3 years. She has been married to her husband, Donald, for seven years and they have two sons.

Some of Hillarie’s favorite things: to spend time with her guys, run at the lake, sing in worship to the Lord, play the piano, pray, make cards, and hang out with friends.
Hillarie has been involved with Phi Lamb since she pledged in 1998. She served as worship leader and chaplain while an active member of Phi Lamb, then served on Tech’s Alumni Council from 2002-2006. Phi Lamb has been a place of tremendous growth, encouragement, and friendship in her life. She prays that the Lord will continue to bless Phi Lamb with a spirit of unity, so that with one heart and mouth we may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!

Email Hillarie

Stephenie Smith, Secretary

Stephenie oversees the chapter at Texas Tech University.

Email Stephenie

Cassie Stirman, Vice Chairperson

Cassie lives in The Woodlands Texas. She oversees the chapter at Texas State University. She went to Texas State University where she served as vice president of Phi Lamb from 1999-2001. She served on the Alumni Council from 2002-2007.
Cassie is a interior designer and loves remodeling homes. She also works part time at Anthropologie. Some of her favorite things to do are: being outside with her family, spending time with people, serving where needed and swimming. She has a 5 year old son Cadence, 2 year old girl Greenley and an awesome husband Jason.
It is Cassie’s prayer that God will bless Phi Lamb, that it may grow, spread like fire and that MANY girls, for MANY generations, will be able to experience the sisterhood and fellowship that she did. She prays for Phi Lamb regularly and always looks forward to more candle lights being spread.
“Phi Lamb gave more to me then I will ever be able to give to it. Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity to serve you. Love & Light, Cassie”

Email Cassie

• All About Phi Lamb - The history, purpose, organization traditions, and internal structure of Phi Lamb. Also, find out more about how to join Phi Lamb, meet our Board of Directors, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
• Alumni - Link up to an alma mater chapter and reunite with fellow sisters. Get plugged in nationally. Read the Shepherd’s Call national alumni newsletter.
• Chapters - 24 chapters nationally. Click here for a listing on a campus near you.
• Starting a New Chapter - Find out how to start the application process to begin a chapter on your campus.
• Becoming a Christian - Learn about a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Prayer - How can we pray for you today?
• Links and Resources - Resources and Ideas
• Pictures - Phi Lamb in action
• Fundraising - Find out how you can contribute to our national organization by helping us raise funds.

Phi Lamb’s Belief Statement

I believe in God,
the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ,
his only son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died and was buried,
He went down to the dead.
On the third day he rose again,
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy *catholic Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.
*The word catholic is used in this context to mean universal.

Get in touch with Phi Lamb again!

We would love to hear from our Alumni! Please email the executive director your testimonies, feedback, and updates! Our alumni newsletter is emailed to alumni who are interested in the continuing ministry of Phi Lamb. Sign up for the newsletter now!

We would also love to have your current contact information in order to let you know about exciting developments in the life of Phi Lamb.  Please send the Executive Director an email updating your information.

Get in touch with your alumni chapter

Check out our list of Current Chapters to get the latest news about your alma mater or email us for more information about your chapter’s events.

We need your help!

Every year, Phi Lamb adds chapters to our growing family. We always need dedicated alumni like yourself to help with the many aspects of running a national non-profit organization.
If you are able to assist the Board of Directors with your talents, we are looking for volunteers in the following areas:
Legal Expertise
CPA/Financial Law Expertise
Website Management
Fundraising
Please contact the Executive Director if you are interested in helping out with these needs.

Permanent Positions
All of our positions are currently filled at this time. If you wish to serve in any of these positions in the future, please email us and we will contact you when a need arises. Board of Directors members are alumni and former officers or founding mothers of the Alpha Chapter (UT Austin) or former Alumni Council members from any chapter. Alumni Council members are alumni and former officers or founding mothers of any chapter. The Executive Director serves as a liaison between prospective chapters and the Board of Directors. She also assists in the daily business of the sorority. She must have served her alumni chapter as an officer.

Please note:
All positions with Sigma Phi Lambda, with the exception of the Executive Director, are unpaid volunteer positions.

Help Phi Lamb Fundraise

Phi Lamb can only continue the ministry on campuses across the nation with continued financial support. While most of the operating budget for the Board of Directors and the operations of Phi Lamb come from the fees collected from our chapters, we also rely on support from our alumni and business donors.

You can get involved by donating directly to the Board of Directors using a Paypal account. Please click on the button below to make a donation. All donations to the Board of Directors are tax-deductible and you may request a donation receipt.

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Phi Lamb and Your Daughter

We are very excited that your daughter is considering membership in Sigma Phi Lambda! The purpose of Sigma Phi Lambda is to glorify Christ. At each campus, the women meet for worship, prayer, community service, accountability, fellowship, and ministry opportunities. Membership in Phi Lamb is much more than a social commitment. It means joining a sisterhood of women committed to growing in Christ and gaining a network of support and encouragement. Please feel free to explore our web site to learn more or email the Executive Director with your specific questions.

There are many misconceptions about the idea of a Christian sorority. Since Phi Lamb exists for the purpose of bringing glory to Christ, all of our activities and programs strive to accomplish that purpose. Each chapter’s membership recruitment uses a “You Choose Us” approach that welcomes all women who wish to join and are willing the requirements for active membership.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does membership in Sigma Phi Lambda cost?

Dues never exceed the cost of 3 credit hours of tuition at a local state school in your state. Dues are set by each individual chapter of Phi Lamb. Some chapters are $200 a semester, some are $100. It truly is decided through prayer and by determining the needs of each individual chapter.

Why Sigma Phi Lambda over another organization?

We encourage you to research all of the options available and decide what works best for you and your daughter. Phi Lamb would love to welcome your daughter if she feels this is where God would have her.

What are the membership requirements?

Sorority members may be classified as pledge, active, inactive, or alumni.
Pledges become active members through our initiation ceremony at the end of the pledge semester/year.
In order to be a pledge, she must abide by the following standards (unless some specific situation arises and is approved by her chapter officers).

1. She must be under the covering of or seeking a church home.
2. She must be actively involved in a Bible study. Sorority meetings do not provide adequate study of the scriptures necessary for Christian growth.
3. She must attend 80% of active and pledge meetings.
4. She must pay semester dues to Sigma Phi Lambda.
5. She must attend the pledge retreat.
6. She must attend any chapter retreats.
7. She must attend Sigma Phi Lambda prayer once a week. “Devote yourselves to prayer being watchful and thankful” Col. 4:2-7.
8. She must fulfill her service requirement.

In order to be an active member must abide by the following standards (unless some specific situation arises and is approved by the appropriate officer).
1. She must be under the covering of or seeking a church home.
2. She must be actively involved in a Bible study. Sorority meetings do not provide adequate study of the scriptures necessary for Christian growth.
3. She must attend 80% of active meetings.
4. She must pay semester dues to Sigma Phi Lambda.
5. She must attend the retreat.
6. She must attend Sigma Phi Lambda prayer once a week.
7. She must fulfill her service requirement.
8. She must be present 3 of the 4 days of rush, one being the final day of rush.

Constitution of Sigma Phi Lambda, rev. 2008

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History and Purpose

Our Mission

Sigma Phi Lambda exists for the sole purpose of glorifying our Lord Jesus Christ and making His name great. Sisters for the Lord is an organization of sisters for the Lord where fellowship with our most high God is fostered by growth in unity with one another. We seek to provide a source of fellowship to Christian women who sincerely seek to know His person, His will, and His ways. Phi Lamb has adopted the Apostle’s Creed as its Statement of Beliefs. The national constitution is shared by all of our chapters.

In the Beginning…

Phi Lamb was prayerfully founded in 1988 at the University of Texas at Austin. The five founders are Patricia Adams Hogan, Robin Maedgen, Gina Williams Goveas, Jacqueline Goveas and Eileen Howell Barlow. The eight charter members are Jeana Clary, Bonnie Collins Turner, Jennifer Ford Borger, Julie Heflin Ertl, Debbie Hoehner, Kathleen Sullivan Kimbrough, Julie Trevino Mannella and April Williams Murphy.

Testimonies from the beginning of it all from Alumni

Traditions

We have many traditions that have been passed down over the years.
Colors
Red & White - to represent The Blood of Christ and Purity
Symbol
The Lamb - based on our nickname “Phi Lamb” and Psalm 100:3
Big Sis/Lil Sis
Active Members act as Big Sisters to the Pledges.
Cable Groups
Small groups that operate within chapter meetings, used for discussion, prayer, and various activities.
Prayer Groups & Prayer Nights
Each chapter has individually oriented prayer evenings as well as prayer groups divided among it’s pledges and actives.
The Engagement Circle
Our own way of honoring the ladies who become engaged while members of their chapter.
Memorization of Sorority Verse
Romans 15:5-6 “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you seek to follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and one mind you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Structure

The organization of our organization:
Board of Directors
Phi Lamb is governed by a Board of Directors. Seven alumna from various chapters help keep things running smoothly and guide the chapters assigned to them.
Executive Director
This is the person you work with if you’d like to start a chapter of Phi Lamb. The “ED” also helps keep things running by assisting the Board of Directors with daily tasks and she plans the All-Chapter Officer Retreat.
Alumni Councils
After a chapter has been established long enough to have alumni, an Alumni Council is formed. These three members can be former officers or founding mothers of that chapter. The Alumni Council provides guidance to the chapter and assistance to the Board of Directors representative.
Officers
Five officers are elected yearly in each chapter. The offices are President, Vice President, Chaplain, Secretary, and Treasurer. These officers maintain the daily functions and lead the members of their chapter. Please view the Constitution for more information about officers positions and conduct standards
Actives
These members of Phi Lamb are considered the big sisters of their chapter. They hold voting rights and are privilege to appointed officers positions that vary from chapter to chapter.
Pledges
New to Phi Lamb, these members are the little sisters. They are cherished by their big sisters and a vital part of Phi Lamb. Upon initiation into the sorority, they are able to vote and become Actives.