Later this summer, we will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Philadelphia Eleven, when eleven women were "irregularly" ordained to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church. On Pentecost Sunday, we’ll hear from the Rev. Mimsy Jones, the Rev. Eyleen Farmer, the Rev. Anne Carriere, and the Rev. Katherine Bush about their experiences as deacons and … Continue reading "Women’s Ordination in the Episcopal Church"
The 10:30 a.m. Eucharist attracts a widely varied congregation of all ages, including a strong contingent of young families. Music is led by the semi-professional Calvary Choir with participation from our Boys and Girls Choir, St. Cecilia Choir (second grade and younger), and the Calvary Ringers handbell choir. We also live-stream our Sunday morning Holy … Continue reading "Holy Eucharist Rite II"
The EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) meets from 11:30 to 1:30 in the 2nd-floor EYC room on Sunday afternoons. It is open to any youth in grades 6–12 to come together and participate in different fun activities and projects. Lunch will be provided! Sometimes event details differ, so check the youth e-mails or youth text updates.
Each Sunday evening at 5 p.m., all are invited to participate in a quieter, centering time of worship in the Orgill Room. This gathering offers a guided conversation in place of a sermon, new words for old prayers, and opportunities for silence and reflection. This service will not take place on Sundays when Evensong is … Continue reading "Contemplative Eucharist"
Holy Eucharist with prayers for healing is offered at noon in the church on Wednesdays. All are welcome!
Holy Eucharist with prayers for healing is offered at noon in the church on Wednesdays. During the summer season, we will use fresh liturgical language and a reflective conversation will be shared in place of a sermon. All are welcome!
Wednesday night Episcopal Youth Community meets from 6:15 to 7:00 in the 2nd-floor EYC room after dinner. Wednesday nights are for any youth in grades 6–12 to come together and participate in team-building activities, games, service projects, discussion, and prayer. At 6:55, we will walk together to the Sanctuary for Compline starting at 7 p.m. … Continue reading "Wednesday Evening EYC"
Thursdays, 7:30–8:30 a.m. at Barth House, 409 Patterson St. Every Thursday morning, a few good men gather for coffee, prayer, Bible study, and terrible jokes. It’s a “Pre-Game Show,” as they study the Gospel lesson for the upcoming Sunday service. It is now in its 20th year, so the jokes must not be that bad. … Continue reading "Baguette Brothers"
Thursdays at Noon on Zoom Gleanings for Summer: Zero at the Bone, by Christian Wiman Starts May 2 Join an online conversation group called "Gleanings" this summer as we consider selections from Christian Wiman's powerful and eclectic new book, Zero at the Bone: 50 Entries Against Despair. Gleanings meets on Thursdays at noon via Zoom. Copies … Continue reading "Gleanings Discussion Group"
The 10:30 a.m. Eucharist attracts a widely varied congregation of all ages, including a strong contingent of young families. Music is led by the semi-professional Calvary Choir with participation from our Boys and Girls Choir, St. Cecilia Choir (second grade and younger), and the Calvary Ringers handbell choir. We also live-stream our Sunday morning Holy … Continue reading "Holy Eucharist Rite II"