For more information about some ministries go to the ministry page from the left side bar or by clicking on the name of the Ministry in this page.

Opportunities for Education

Through our education programs, we seek to strengthen the faith and vocation of our congregation. Classes, forums, and studies are available for people of all ages. Classes usually take place in the Red Cross Room or Merz Hall, which are entered from 2111 Sansom Street. For more information or to see a list of our current classes, check our calendar or email Pastor Keiser or Pastor Hart.

Adult Forum

Sunday mornings at 10AM adults gather to learn more about our faith. The focus of our classes for 2008-2009 has been "Opening the Book of Faith: How Lutherans Read the Bible."

Bible Study (Thursday at 12PM)

Thursdays at noon adults gather with small groups of individuals to learn more about the Bible and its messages for us. The current topics are the books of I and II Samuel.

Bible Study (Wednesday at 7PM)

Held periodically, these Wednesday evening discussions explore the Bible, church history, theology and more.

Explorers Class

For people new to Lutheran Christianity, this class offeres a brief overview of the important teachings of the faith. Offered regularly throughout the year.

Sunday School

Preschool and elementary aged children meet once a month during the 11AM worship for a Bible story, crafts, and songs. Also, children are invited to participate in monthly children's sermons held at the start of the worship service.

Confirmation Classes

Holy Communion teenagers participate in a citywide confirmation program with youth from other churches. Students, mentors, and instructors meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays at 11AM for a study, lunch, and fellowship.

Opportunities for Worship

Choir

This ensemble meets from September through May and sings anthems 2-3 Sundays a month, so you need not to commit to every week. The regular choir season begins on Rally Day. Contact Person: Joe Buches

Jazz Vespers

The Holy Communion Jazz Ministry seeks to serve the spiritual needs of jazz musicians, their families, friends and fans through a Jazz Vespers service which provides an opportunity for jazz musicians to present their musical gifts as an offering to God and to celebrate jazz as a music transformed by God to inspire brotherhood and sisterhood through its near-universal appeal. Contact Person: Ed Dennis

Lay Worship Ministry

Members from the congregation assist in worship as readers, worship assistants, communion assistants, and ushers.

The Welcome Church

Gather for worship with one of the most diverse faith communities in Philadelphia. Worship includes spirited singing, preaching, prayer, and communion. As the name indicates, EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Contact Person: The Reverend Violet Little (215) 567-3668.

Opportunities for Service

Angel Tree

Baby Mana

Clothing Room

Community Meals

Feast Incarnate Meal for people with HIV/AIDS

Food Cabinet

Habitat for Humanity

Senior Boxes

The Welcome Center

The mission of the Welcome Center is to provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for people experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia. Our vision of "healing though hospitality" means that we hold relationships as central to the process of healing. Respect for the individual with the belief that each person has a gift to offer is emphasized. Contact Person: Ronald Coolbaugh (215) 567-3668

Opportunities for Small Group Work

Book Group

Feast Groups

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Writing Group

Young Adult Group

We encourage you to take a look at the wide range of ministries we provide from service, to educational, to worship focused. We offer something for everyone. Please come back and visit this page soon as more information is added.