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Benjamin Franklin. Pioneer Alice. William Penn. Betsy Ross. George Washington. Absalom Jones. William White. Fanny Kemble. They, and so many more, come to life in the living history of a truly American church. See more than 300 years of vision, faith and courage at Christ Church in Philadelphia!
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Enter here to learn about the people
who make Christ Church their spiritual home, where we say, "Whoever you
are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are
welcome here, as you are. . . ." We are a city church, alive with transcendent worship. We care for our neighbors near and far, inspire our children and youth, and respond to the needs of the city and world.
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An authentic American historic site - still doing today what it started doing 312 years ago. Families and groups can visit the church and burial ground to gain a deeper understanding of our early history and the importance of religious freedom. Tours given throughout the day.
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4/24/2008
Tourism 2008: Slavery in Philadelphia"Slavery in Philadelphia", a 30-minute drama featring a constumed interpreter sharing powerful stories of slaves and slaveholders, early patriots, Founding Fathers and citizens, is being presented Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 1 through September 30. Join us at 1:30 p.m. at the burial ground (5th and Arch Streets, $2 Adults, $1 students) or at 2:30 p.m. (free) in the church, 2nd Street above Market. Group tours also available.
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5/11/2008
One Service this Sunday 10 AM, A Pentecost Extravaganza!We gather in one joyful, celebratory service for Pentecost this Sunday, 10 AM. We will give thanks for the recently completed preservation project, and thank the many workers and contractors that completed the work.
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5/28/2008
"Our Town" in Christ ChurchOur neighbor, the Arden Theater, is celebrating their 20th anniversary with a production of "Our Town," by Thorton Wilder, and Act II is in Christ Church.
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4/24/2008
Slavery in Philadelphia: Inquirer CoverageRead the Philadelphia Inquirer's coverage of Christ Church's new interpretive program on slavery in Philadelphia. Click here.
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