Welcome to St Paul's Elkins Park
An inclusive, multicultural Episcopal church.
All are welcome at the Holy Table in our church. No exceptions.
Services every Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
Come see the Dave Posmontier Jazz Trio at the Friends of St Paul’s Concert Series
on Saturday, October4, at 6 pm.! See the Friends page for details.
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Our Music
“Those who sing,” said St. Augustine, “pray twice.” The ancient, African Bishop of Hippo meant that singing adds to our praise and worship of God – that our voices are gifts, with which we can make music to the Lord.
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Our History
Our church is a local gem and a national treasure. Multicultural roots grow deep at St. Paul’s Elkins Park. The oldest church in the Cheltenham area, and one of the most significant Abolitionist and Civil War historic sites in the Delaware Valley, St. Paul’s was started in 1851 and built in the early 1860s by the generous vision of financier and abolitionist, Jay Cooke.
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News & Events
Interfaith Procession and Prayer in Support of our Immigrant Neighbors
Local people of faith are invited to gather in support of our immigrant nei …
Interfaith Procession and Prayer in Support of our Immigrant Neighbors
Local people of faith are invited to gather in support of our immigrant neighbors.
Women’s Book Club on October 29
The next meeting of St. Paul’s Women’s book club is Wednesday, October 29. …
Women’s Book Club on October 29
The next meeting of St. Paul’s Women’s book club is Wednesday, October 29. We are meeting at 7 p.m. at Laura Pillsbury’s house at 407 Lodges Lane in Elkins Park. We will be discussing Grandma Gatewood’s Walk, a biography of the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail alone. Please RSVP to Laura if you will be joining us (215-870-3476 or lauramspear@gmail.com).
The Friends of St Paul’s is pleased to sponsor the 2nd Soundbath event happening at St. Paul’s Church Elkins Park!
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – 1st session 4:30-6:00 p.m., 2nd session 7:00 …
The Friends of St Paul’s is pleased to sponsor the 2nd Soundbath event happening at St. Paul’s Church Elkins Park!
Saturday, September 13, 2025 – 1st session 4:30-6:00 p.m., 2nd session 7:00-8:30 p.m. The Friends of St Paul’s Association is pleased to sponsor the 2nd Soundbath event happening at St. Paul’s Church Elkins Park! Requested donation is $25 in advance and $30 at the door, but no one will be turned away. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or floor cushion. Prepare to feel revived, renewed, refreshed, and restored.
Upcoming Events
Oct
2
Finance and Property Committee Meetings
Date: October2
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Oct
4
Friends of St. Paul’s Concert Series: Dave Posmontier Jazz Trio
Date: October4
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm