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

May 25, 2025
  • May 25, 20258:00 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.

  • May 25, 20259:30 am - 10:00 am

    Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)

    Sunday morning preparation for worship.

  • May 25, 202510:15 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.

  • May 25, 202510:40 am - 11:20 am

    Godly Play (Godly Play room)

    Following "Time with Children" (which happens just before the Sermon) children age 3 through 5th grade are invited to attend Godly Play, a Montessori-based method that engages children through their innate meaning-making language: Play.

  • May 25, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm

    Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)

    Please join us for beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service.  Enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall and make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!

  • May 25, 20254:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    Johnsonburg & Montreat Prep Night! (Fellowship Hall)

    Are you going to Camp Johnsonburg or Montreat this Summer?  Parents and youth, please come so we can make plans for these amazing trips!

May 27, 2025
  • May 27, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)

    Caring for one another and Creation!
    Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun.  Details and registration forthcoming.

May 28, 2025
  • May 28, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)

    Caring for one another and Creation!
    Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun.  Details and registration forthcoming.

May 29, 2025
  • May 29, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)

    Caring for one another and Creation!
    Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun.  Details and registration forthcoming.

  • May 29, 20257:30 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.

  • May 29, 20258:00 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.

May 30, 2025
  • May 30, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)

    Caring for one another and Creation!
    Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun.  Details and registration forthcoming.

May 31, 2025
  • May 31, 202511:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Memorial Service (Sanctuary)

    A Service of Witness to the Resurrection and Thanksgiving for the life of Betsy Fry.
    Guests are invited to a reception in Fellowship Hall following the service.

  • May 31, 202512:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Memorial Reception (Fellowship Hall)

    Guests attending the memorial service for Betsy Fry are invited to greet the family, share remembrances, and enjoy some refreshments at a reception in Fellowship Hall.