Worship at SPC

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Worship at SPC

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Sunday Worship

We understand that each of us has a unique faith story and relates to God in a personal way. At SPC, we seek to worship God collectively in a way that makes room for personal spiritual growth and engages the voices of four generations. While our worship services, all in the Reformed tradition, offer distinct worship experiences, you’ll always find the Word of God at the center. And, of course, all of God’s children, of any age, are welcome in every service.

› Early Worship
8:00 am (in Loeffler Chapel)

The Early Morning Worship Service at 8:00 am will take place in Loeffler Chapel. This 45-minute service allows worshipers to engage with Scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon, and music is led by a pianist. The order of worship and liturgy very similar to those experienced in the Sanctuary at 10:15 AM.

› Lord’s Day Worship
10:15 am (in the Sanctuary)

Worship in the Sanctuary at 10:15 am embodies a classic worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song and preaching. Music led and enhanced by robed choir and pipe organ. Communion for both services is served on the first Sunday of each month.

› Communion

The Presbyterian Church practices an open communion. Anyone who wants to know the love of Jesus Christ is invited to share in the Lord’s Supper. We celebrate the Sacrament of Communion on the 1st Sunday of each month in our 10:15 am services, and the 3rd Sunday of each month in our 8:00 am service.

Home Communion: We want to make sure that anyone who wishes to receive the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is able. With the help of our Deacons, communion is regularly brought into the homes of our members who are home-bound.

Would you like to receive home communion, or know someone who would? Are you an ordained elder or deacon and would like to participate in this ministry? If so, please contact Rev. Sarah Cooper Searight at Sarah.Cooper.Searight@swarthmorepres.org.

› Fellowship Hour

Following 10:15 am worship, everyone is invited to gather in Fellowship Hall for light refreshments, beverages, and a bit of fellowship. While there, take advantage of the many displays by our many committees, providing you with details about their missions, and inviting you to share in their ministries.

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Upcoming Events

November 15, 2026
  • November 15, 20268:00 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.

  • November 15, 20269:00 am - 10:00 am

    Adult Ed (Study)

    Contact Trisha Hall at trisha.w.hall@gmail.com

  • November 15, 202610:15 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.

  • November 15, 202610:15 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.

  • November 15, 202610:40 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.

  • November 15, 202610:40 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.

  • November 15, 20264:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    Youth Group (Fellowship Hall)

    Passport to Understanding

    Learn how to build and maintain friendships across differences of religion and culture, with our friends from Interfaith Philadelphia! This multi-week experience is a chance to learn how to stand tall in who you are and your tradition, be a gracious host to people of different spiritual traditions, and how to be a grateful, gracious, and curious guest in different houses of worship and communities. Friends are welcome to join us!

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  • November 15, 20264:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    Youth Group (Fellowship Hall)

    Passport to Understanding

    Learn how to build and maintain friendships across differences of religion and culture, with our friends from Interfaith Philadelphia! This multi-week experience is a chance to learn how to stand tall in who you are and your tradition, be a gracious host to people of different spiritual traditions, and how to be a grateful, gracious, and curious guest in different houses of worship and communities. Friends are welcome to join us!

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  • November 15, 20264:30 pm - 5:15 pm

    Hosanna! Singers & Alleluia! Singers

  • November 15, 20264:30 pm - 5:15 pm

    Hosanna! Singers & Alleluia! Singers

November 16, 2026
  • November 16, 20269:00 am - 7:00 pm

    Red Cross Blood Drive (Fellowship Hall)

    There is a continuing urgent need for donated blood.  Through the American Red Cross we are invited to help local hospital patients by donating blood at the Swarthmore Community blood drive. Visit the Red Cross at http://www.redcrossblood.org to learn more and follow the prompts to donate right here in Fellowship Hall.  Parking is available in the auxiliary parking lot across the street from the church.

    Any challenges with signing up may be directed to Doug Harnsberger at dharnsberger@gmail.com or 804-399-0814.  Thank you, Doug!

November 17, 2026
  • November 17, 20269:30 am - 4:00 pm

    Stated Meeting of the Presbytery of Philadelphia

November 18, 2026
  • November 18, 202610:15 am - 11:15 am

    Bell Choir Rehearsal (Chapel)

November 19, 2026
  • November 19, 20267:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Chapel)

  • November 19, 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