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  • All Hallows in Wyncote
  • BLM protest from Trinity Ambler
  • 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.

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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.

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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

  • racial justice and repair
  • diocesan event

2023: Celebrating the Life and Ministry of Blessed Absalom Jones

Saturday, February 11th, 2023

9:00 am - 11:30 am

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 23 S 38th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
  • diocesan event
  • youth

2023 Diocesan Youth Confirmation Retreat

Saturday, February 11th, 2023 at 9:00 am - Sunday, February 12th, 2023 at 5:30 pm

St. Luke's Episcopal Church Retreat Center, 5421 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia PA
  • diocesan event

Bishop Visitation with St. Andrew’s West Vincent

Sunday, February 12th, 2023

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

St. Andrew’s West Vincent
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News

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  • message from the bishop
  • deacon

Our Archdeacons

Dear Siblings in Christ, Deacons bring the Gospel out into the world. They are a vital part of our faith.  In 2018, I appointed two archdeacons, the Ven. Dennis Coleman and the Ven. Jeff Moretzsohn, to be part of our effort to recruit more deacons and build diaconal ministry. I am pleased to...
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Vitality Improvement Program for Small Churches

As previously announced, the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania was one of only five dioceses to be accepted into the Vitality Improvement Program for Small Congregations.  The program will provide resources, coaching and support for 7-10 of our smaller churches over the next three years.  The...
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  • memoriam

In Memoriam: The Rev. Arthur Brunner

The Very Reverend Arthur F. Brunner, age 90, died on Saturday, January 28.  He is survived by his wife Joan (nee Lafferty) of 70 years. Born on February 21, 1932 in Providence, Rhode Island, Brunner attended Brown University and graduated from Temple University in 1958. He spent two years in the...
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