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 Rev. Michelle Grunseich, Children’s Ministry Associate at michelle.grunseich@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

August 3, 2026

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

August 4, 2026

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

August 5, 2026

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

August 6, 2026

  • August 6, 20268:00 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.

    Contact: Scott Richardson (484)238-4135

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

August 7, 2026

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

August 8, 2026

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.

  • August 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026

    Montreat Youth Conference (Montreat, NC)

    This year youth who are currently in 7th grade through 12th grade are welcome to register.

    Montreat Youth Conference affirms youth in their calling to be and to shape the church of Jesus Christ. Our desire is to help youth come to know and believe that they are the beloved of God and to be a place where authenticity, community, connection, and God’s truth thrive. We seek to be an inclusive space where each voice can be heard and where each heart can be molded; where change is invited, challenge is expected, and where all are embraced.

    “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105.  Drawing from the biblical text and our chosen theme Light My Path, this summer we will build an accepting community of unconditional love where every story matters. Through engaging worship, lively music, and practices of gratitude and fun, we will offer youth different opportunities to cultivate their spiritual faith journeys and practice sabbath. We will provide a secure space that is brave, loving, holy, and authentic so that we may glorify God in all that we do, inspiring and equipping a lifetime of faith.

    Youth leave Montreat knowing that:

    • Their faith matters.
    • They are loved as they are.
    • They are part of a community of faith.
    • They are empowered to act for change in the world.

    Learn more here.