Emmanuel Resurrection

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  • 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 134 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.

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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

  • diocesan event
  • racial justice and repair

Adaptive Leadership Workshops: Beginning the Loving Presence Journey

Saturday, December 4th, 2021

8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Online
  • music
  • parish event

A Concert of Remembrance, Gratitude and Renewal

Saturday, December 4th, 2021

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Church of the Advocate, 1801 W Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA 19121-1519

Bishop Visitation - Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Chestnut Hill (12/5/21)

Sunday, December 5th, 2021

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields, Chestnut Hill
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  • message from the bishop
  • coronavirus

Update on Covid Protocols (11/22/21)

My Siblings in Christ, Advent is a sacred time of preparation. As we prepare our hearts for the coming of our Savior, it is also important that we prepare our churches to share the hope and joy of Christmas with our communities. To assist and support you in this ministry, here are the latest...
Evensong at St. Thomas' Whitemarsh
  • evangelism
  • music

Evensong as Evangelism

The following is an excerpt from an article in our Fall 2021 issue of Caminos. You can download the entire magazine here.  Think Your Church Can’t Do An Evensong Service? Think Again, Says St. Thomas Whitemarsh Minister of Music Michael Smith In 2017, Michael Smith joined St. Thomas’ Church,...
  • deacon

What's a Deacon? The Rev. Lynn Czarniecki

In our ongoing series spotlighting deacons across the diocese. To learn more about becoming a deacon, email us at archdeacon@diopa.org. The following is from the Rev. Lynn Czarniecki. The heart of my call to ministry is to share the unconditional love of God with individuals who are suffering in...
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