Emmanuel Resurrection

We are the revolution.

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We have 135 churches to call home. The Episcopal faith is waiting for you.

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Bishop at St. John's
  • BLM protest from Trinity Ambler
  • Emmanuel Resurrection in Torresdale
  • Goat Week in Penn Wynne

This Diocese has an extraordinary history and a dynamic future.

There is truly a revolutionary spirit in this Diocese. When people think of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, they think of the birth of the Episcopal Church, the founding of our Country, William White, Absalom Jones, the Philadelphia 11, justice and hope.

Our History Our Beliefs
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“The Episcopal Church must become a place of belonging, not just a place of welcome.”

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We have 135 congregations across 5 counties. Diverse, spirit-filled places of belonging. Find a church and people interested and involved in similar ministries so you can share ideas and strategies.

The Bishop

There is truly a revolutionary spirit in this diocese.

Our vision is to know Jesus and change the world. We can do that by proclaiming the Gospel, empowering our churches, and addressing the pain and poverty. We have the gifts, resources, people, and faith. Together we are change agents for Christ.

Upcoming Events

  • racial justice and repair
  • diocesan event

ARC: Introduction to Systemic Racism (8/27/22)

Saturday, August 27th, 2022

9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • diocesan event
  • lgbtqia

Business Meeting of the LGBTQIA+ Committee

Wednesday, September 7th, 2022

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Online, register to receive link
  • diocesan event
  • gun violence

Safeguarding Your Space

Tuesday, September 13th, 2022

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas, 6361 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19151
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News

Boxers
  • homelessness/poverty

Boxers, Bloomers and Briefs Drive

One of the most requested items from people in need is clean, fresh,new underwear. Really, why should anyone be without?  Recognizing this need, along with the fact that many are too shy to ask, the DIOPA deacons will be organizing the Boxers, Bloomers and Briefs Drive, as our annual Diocesan...
Fernley Scholars 2022
  • fund/aid/grants

Awards Presented to Fernley Scholars (2022)

T. James Fernley, III (1947-1974) was a seminarian at what is now known as Episcopal Divinity School (“EDS”). Following the untimely death of Jim Fernley on June 7, 1974, his family and friends established a memorial fund for seminary students. Generous contributions allowed the fund to expand its...
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  • message from the bishop

Update from Lambeth

My siblings in Christ, I am in London representing our diocese at Lambeth. Lambeth is the gathering of Bishops every 10 years from across the Anglican Communion called together by the Archbishop of Canterbury. The purpose of Lambeth is deep theological discussions, study, prayer and community. To...
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