Events

The Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

 10:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist

The Very Rev. Abigail Crozier Nestlehutt, Preacher

Join us for the Sunday Eucharist at 10 am as we celebrate the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost

Prelude: Rhapsody in A - Carson Cooman

Anthems: 

Tribute to Caesar (1997) - Arvo Pärt 

Now shall my inward joy arise - William Billings

                                                    arr. Erik Meyer      

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Adult Forum: The Community of St. James

 11:30 am -12:15

Liem Azar Cathedral Center

This Sunday the Community of St. James visits the Cathedral to say thank you, share stories of hope and transformation, and provide exciting updates about the growing ministry of the Community of St. James. During worship, Adult Forum, and coffee hour, you'll hear how your partnership is making a difference in North Philadelphia through their four mission pillars:  St. James School,  The Welcome Table, Graduate Support and the Church of St. James the Less. The Community of St.

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4th Sunday at the Cathedral: Organ Concert

 3:00 pm

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

Acclaimed New York organist Gail Archer will present a concert of organ music by Ukrainian compsers and more on the Cathedral's magnificent 3,000+ pipe restored and expanded 1936 Whitelegg-Möller organ.

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All Saints Day Wrapping Cloth Workshop

 11:30 am -12:15

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

Artist Marie Elcin will lead a workshop for those who wish to learn how to embroider names onto our All Saints Wrapping Cloth. Please plan to join her on Sunday, October 25th following the service. It is easy to learn and a special way to remember those whom we love but see no longer. 

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Halloween Celebration: Spooky Music and the Big Screen

 10:00 am

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

Celebrate Halloween at the Cathedral with a fun, children-oriented concert of spooky music performed by Erik Meyer, accompanied by cartoons on the big screen. Selections include favorites such as Toccata & Fugue in D minor, Danse Macabre, and Silent Film comedies. Wiggly guests are welcome (nobody needs to stay seated) – and everyone is encouraged to come in costume.

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All Saints' Sunday

 10:00 a.m. - Festal Eucharist

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, The Reverend Carol Anthony, Preacher

On this day, we honor the lives of saints, both known and unknown. We also pray for our departed loved ones as we wrap ourselves as a community in our Prayer Shawl of Remembrance. You are encouraged to bring photos of your departed loved ones which will be displayed on the presbyterium.

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4th Sunday at the Cathedral: Evensong for the Close of the Church Year

 4:00 pm

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

As we draw to the close of the church’s liturgical year, the Cathedral Singers, under the direction of Thomas Lloyd and organist Erik Meyer, will offer a service of Choral Evensong. The service will include Stephen Caraccicolo’s “Evening Service in A” and Thomas Lloyd’s setting of Howard Thurman’s beloved “Litany of Thanksgiving”.

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The First Sunday of Advent

 10:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

A new liturgical year begins on the first Sunday of Advent. The liturgy begins with the lighting of the first candle of the Advent wreath. Advent is a holy and penitential season as we wait in joyful anticipation for the birth of Christ. 

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Night Church at the Cathedral

 5:00 pm

Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral

The Cathedral partners again this year with religious communities in the neighborhood for Night Church. The service includes Taizé music, scripture readings and meditations. December is our turn to host. A light supper will follow.

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