Church Resources

At SPC, we try to provide our members with resources that meet their needs and enhance our ministry of care. We hope you will take advantage of these many resources, thoughtfully provided and maintained by the caring members of SPC.

› Libraries

McQuade Library
The McQuade Library, located in the Loeffler Chapel hallway, is one of the more inviting spaces at SPC and is the home of a wonderful collection of faith-related books. We feature both contemporary works and the classics, most of which are available to be checked out and taken home.

 The most recent addition to the McQuade Library is a seven-volume reproduction of The Saint John’s Bible. Gifted to SPC by member Grant Grissom in loving memory of his wife Gay Grissom, The Saint John’s Bible is a remarkable work of art that illuminates the text of the Revised Standard Version of the Bible using the age-old craft of calligraphy, quilted skillfully with and through modern digital imagery.

Children’s Library
The children’s library is upstairs, right next to McCahan Hall. The open and sunny library offers a large variety of faith-based books that entertain while teaching children about God. Anyone is welcome to sit in this warm, comfortable place to read. Children must have a library card to check out materials. Please e-mail Amy Connell at amy.connell@swarthmorepres.org to get a card for your child.^

McQuade Library & Children’s Library Borrowing Procedures

› Lectionary

Daily or Weekly Scripture Readings
Lectionary readings provide a disciplined way to read through the Bible. The lectionary that we follow at SPC is from the Revised Common Lectionary and is divided into a 3-year lectionary cycle. If you would like to sign up to receive daily e-mails of the lectionary readings, please contact parish@swarthmorepres.org.

› Mourning

The Book of Saints, found on display just outside Loeffler Chapel, contains memorials of deceased members prepared by their families. Families are encouraged to submit their unique and personal memorials of loved ones; contributions are curated by the Memorials and Gifts Committee.

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Upcoming Events

April 25, 2024

  • April 25, 202410:15 am - 11:15 am

    Bell Choir rehearsal (Loeffler Chapel)

    Weekly rehearsals to prepare music for sharing in worship once a month.
    Interested?  Contact Minister of Music, Meghan Meloy Ness.

  • April 25, 20247:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Fellowship Hall)

    Weekly rehearsal to prepare for music for offering in worship Sunday mornings.  New singers always welcome! 
    Led by Minister of Music, Meghan Meloy Ness.

  • April 25, 20248:00 pm - 9:30 pm

    AA (McCahan Hall)

    Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
    For those who are fully vaccinated against COVID, masks are optional. For those not yet fully vaccinated, or working with children, masks are required. Seating/distancing is at the comfort level of the individuals attending.

April 27, 2024

  • April 27, 202410:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Missa Gaia concert rehearsal (Sanctuary)

    Joint rehearsal for singers and instrumentalists preparing for Sunday afternoon's concert.

April 28, 2024

  • April 28, 20248:00 am - 9:00 am

    Early Worship (Loeffler Chapel)

    This 45-minute service allows worshippers to engage with scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon. Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of each month.

  • April 28, 20249:30 am - 10:00 am

    Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)

    Sunday morning preparation for worship

  • April 28, 202410:15 am - 11:15 am

    Lord's Day Worship (Sanctuary and Livestream)

    SPC's Lord’s Day services embody a classic reformed worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song, and preaching. Scriptures are generally read by lay liturgists. Music leadership is anchored by our choir. Our pastors share leadership and preaching responsibilities from week to week. Communion is offered on the 1st Sunday of each month.

    Services are livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning.

  • April 28, 202411:15 am - 12:00 pm

    Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)

    Our Parish Life team provides beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service and invites everyone to enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall. Please make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!

  • April 28, 202411:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Alleluia! Singers (Loeffler Chapel)

    Our Alleluia! Singers develop their capacity for strong musical leadership for worship while deepening their sense of discipleship. All children ages 8-10 are welcome here.

  • April 28, 20244:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Missa Gaia Concert (Sanctuary)

    All are invited to this choral concert celebrating the beauty of the earth, featuring Paul Winter’s Earth Mass, or “Missa Gaia.” The Swarthmore Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir, Agape Singers, and Alleluia! Singers, under the direction of Meghan Meloy Ness, will be joined by soloist Liz Seymour, guest choristers from the community, and an instrumental ensemble made up of professional musicians and church members. 
    This concert is shared as a gift to the community, in celebration of all of creation. A free-will offering will be accepted and a reception will follow.

  • April 28, 20244:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    High School Youth Group (Sanctuary)

    High Schoolers gather Sunday afternoons for play, fellowship, service, and learning. 
    Today we are attending the Missa Gaia concert!
    All are welcome.  We will enjoy dinner, shared with middle schoolers, at 5:30.  Weekly notes about plans for the upcoming Sunday are shared by text from Rev. David Norse Thomas. The registration form is available here: Youth Registration 2023-24

  • April 28, 20244:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Middle School Youth Group (Sanctuary)

    Middle Schoolers gather Sunday afternoons for play, fellowship, service, and learning. 
    Today we are attending the Missa Gaia concert!

     All are welcome.  We conclude with dinner, shared with high schoolers.  Suggested donation $5.00.
    Weekly notes about plans for the upcoming Sunday are shared by text from Rev. David Norse Thomas. The registration form is available here: Youth Registration 2023-24

  • April 28, 20245:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Concert reception (Fellowship Hall)

    All who enjoyed this afternoon's concert are invited to share some light refreshments and one another's company.

April 30, 2024

  • April 30, 202412:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Presbytery Meeting (Thompson Memorial Pres)

    Quarterly stated meeting of the Presbytery of Philadelphia. All Commissioners are invited to attend.
    Information available here: Presbytery Meeting