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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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Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome at Christ Church, as you are, to receive the blessings of God freely and abundantly.

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An authentic American historic site - still doing today what it started doing 316 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 are given throughout the day.
 

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Historic Christ Church News

12/29/2011

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Visit the church in winter-the church is peaceful and serene, you may hear the organist rehearse for Sunday services, and our guides are eager to share their stories.

 
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Congregation News

1/1/2012

9 and 11 AM Sunday Worship

Sunday January 29 

  9 AM and 11 AM--The Holy Eucharist


 

12/22/2011

Rector's Christmas Message

To the Friends and Members of Christ Church:

The poinsettias have been ordered; the pageant costumes are pressed; our choir is practicing Handel’s Messiah; the floors are being waxed.  Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be glorious at Christ Church.  I so hope you will be here with us.

 
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Community News

11/10/2011

First Person Arts Festival Arrives

The First Person Arts Festival comes to the Christ Church Neighborhood House beginning November 10th.  Kate Spelman, Parker Kitterman, and other staff all participate!  Get the details below.

 

7/7/2011

Watch Tim McGrath's Lecture on John Barry

Author Tim McGrath speaks about his book, John Barry: An American Hero in the Age of Sail on CSpan.
 
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In The News

9/22/2011

Preservation Dinner and Awards

Join us for the fourth Preservation Dinner and Awards on September 22, 2011, as we celebrate 10 years of preservation work at Christ Church.  This year we honor the Rev. Timothy B. Safford and Donald U. Smith for their vision and dedication to preserving these historic treasures.
 

 
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