Digitizing the Records of Philadelphia’s Historic Congregations: Hidden Stories and Surprising Uses

The Athenaeum of Philadelphia 219 S 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA

A five year project to digitize the records of some of Philadelphia’s most historic congregations concludes with more than 80,000 records placed online and nearly 12,000 of those transcribed. Scholars, archivists, and transcribers will share their stories of how these records inform our understanding of the past, and perhaps the present, in an afternoon session […]

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Farmers Market at Christ Church

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Join us one block away from the site of Philadelphia's original 18th-century farmers market on High (now Market) Street -- the market that gave Market Street its name. The market is open every Wednesday 3-6 p.m., rain or shine, on Church Street between 2nd and American Streets until November 23.

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Evensong

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Please join us for Evensong first Sundays (October 2, November 6 (All Saints), and December 4 (Advent Lessons and Carols)) at 5pm in the sanctuary. Led by the Christ Church Choir, this candlelit service of beautiful choral and organ music, sung canticles, psalms, prayers, and evening hymns, offer a way into reflection and worship unlike any other time of the week. […]

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Holiday Pop-Up Market

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Join our local vendors on Church Street for a special Holiday Pop-Up Market! We’ll have tons of last-minute gifts that don’t look last-minute.

Family Eucharist & Christmas Pageant

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

A family friendly service with hymns led by the choir and for all to sing!

Bishop’s Visitation Followed by a “Muffin Reception”

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Our annual visitation from our bishop, the Rt. Rev. Daniel Gutiérrez, is at the 10AM service on January 15. It's a special time of connection with him, especially during an exciting year of transition. Plan to stay afterward for a muffin reception provided by our Parish Life team (who always do a great job)! Service at […]

Ben Franklin Birthday Celebration

American Philosophical Society: Benjamin Franklin Hall 427 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia

Celebrate Ben Franklin’s birthday with a panel discussion followed by a talk by 2023 honoree Dr. Sylvia Earle. 2023 Franklin Celebration Honoree Dr. Sylvia Earle, Explorer in Residence at National Geographic and Founder of Mission Blue and Deep Ocean Exploration and Research, will give a talk on “Caring for the Ocean as if your Life Depends in […]

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Jazz Vespers

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Our annual Jazz Vespers will take place on Sunday, February 5 at 5 p.m. -- one of people's favorite ways to experience the sounds, talent, and candlelight at Christ Church. Bring a friend or colleague. A special Epiphany Vespers with Lucas Brown’s jazz trio and Parker Kitterman and the Christ Church Choir. All are welcome.

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Weeping Time Remembrance in the North Garden

Christ Church Garden 20 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA

The Weeping Time auction was held in Savannah on March 2 and 3, 1859. 426 enslaved people were sold away from their families and community by Pierce Mease Butler, who is buried in the Butler family tomb in our North Garden. We will be holding a reading of their names in the garden after church on […]

Lenten Evensong Followed by Soup Supper

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Please join us for a Choral Lenten Evensong on Sunday, March 5 at 5:00 p.m. Led by Parker Kitterman and the Christ Church Choir, this candlelit service of beautiful choral and organ music, sung canticles, psalms, prayers, and evening hymns, offers a way into reflection and worship unlike any other time of the week. It’s […]

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After Hours Evening Tour: Remember The Ladies

Christ Church Burial Ground 5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA

Learn about the many revolutionary women who are buried in these hallowed two acres or connected to Christ Church. We remember many of the women who helped to shape our young nation and even though their names may have been forgotten over time, we remember their lives, including Elizabeth Powel, Deborah Sampson, Sarah Franklin, and […]

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Sunday community worship, 10 a.m.

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

Christ Church worships each Sunday at 10 a.m. in the church and on the Livestream.  Details are regularly updated in the weekly parish email.  If you would like to be on the email list, please contact Cecilia Wagner.

Organ Recital with Levente Kuzma

Christ Church 2nd Street and Church Street, Old City Philadelphia, PA

World-renowned concert organist Levente Kuzma is featured in a performance of works by Bach, Buxtehude, Torelli, Liszt, Bossi, Grieg, and Vierne. FREE and open to the public.

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