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 a.m.
Experience Evolutionary Jazz with CounterParts
presented by the Friends of St. Paul’s.
Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. – see our 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
Springtime Tea at Schatz-St. Paul Community Farm
Springtime Tea at Schatz-St. Paul’s Community Farm immediately after servic …
Springtime Tea at Schatz-St. Paul Community Farm
Springtime Tea at Schatz-St. Paul’s Community Farm
immediately after services on Sunday, May 3rd.
Light brunch & a tour of the farm – free and open to everyone.
Special Concert: Turning Point
Turning Point, under the direction of Rev. Dr. Perry O. Brisbon, is a stude …
Special Concert: Turning Point
Turning Point, under the direction of Rev. Dr. Perry O. Brisbon, is a student ensemble of singing ambassadors for Eastern University. Founded in 1976, Turning Point is a versatile vocal ensemble that sings repertoire from the Renaissance period to Contemporary Music. Repertoire includes music from great composers such as Palestrina to Take Six and Rosephanye Powell.
Friends of St. Paul Concert Series: CounterParts: Evolutionary Jazz
Upcoming Events
May
8
FOSP Concert Series: CounterParts Evolutionary Jazz
Date: May8
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm