Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)

Seeking to know and love God in every person, here, now.

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Children’s Chapel continues on February 12 at 10:30am.

Children’s Chapel will meet on February 12 and 26, and on every second and fourth Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in Crypt Hall. Children have several activities before rejoining their families during the passing of the Peace.  Parents/guardians – please stop by Crypt Hall before the 10:30 service to complete a brief registration form and to READ MORE »

Carnival Sunday at SsAM

CARNIVAL SUNDAY FESTIVAL CHORAL EUCHARIST AND SERMON, The Sunday before Ash Wednesday, 10:30am on February 19, 2023. Every year, God willing, our church celebrates Carnival Sunday at the 10:30 a.m. service on the Sunday before the start of Lent. It is an occasion for us to worship with great festivity in the spirit of the READ MORE »

Our Liturgy Unfolded – The Season of Advent

We prepare for the birth of Jesus during the season of Advent. The seasons of the church year are helpful ways of focusing our attention on different aspects of the Christian story. The practice of keeping the church year dates back to 5th century Jerusalem. As Christians, we use symbols to visually express the basics READ MORE »

Canon Casson Scholarship Application for SsAM Students

Canon Casson Scholarship Recipient 2021: Cameron Dixon The Community Advocacy Committee is happy to report that Cameron Dixon is the recipient of a $1000 scholarship for the coming academic year. We are sad to report that Cameron was the only applicant this year. Here is a brief report regarding Cameron’s plans. “This year, I began READ MORE »

The Migrants’ Way of the Cross, Oct. 27, 2019

Sunday, October 27, 2019 was the Sunday when we celebrated the human family at SsAM as part of the Season of Creation. We used The Migrants’ Way of the Cross, a ritual that is the result of a partnership between the Office of the Latino/Hispanic Ministries of the Episcopal Church and Forward Movement. Some of READ MORE »

Tina Betz, Director of Children’s Chapel Music

Director of Cultural Affairs for the City of Wilmington, Tina Betz is known for her role in coordinating and raising funds for numerous large-scale events and community arts projects, such as the DuPont Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Community Celebration, the City’s Independence Day celebration, Art-On-The-Town.  She also developed innovative and READ MORE »

Adult Formation Fall 2019 – Winter 2020

Adult Formation Program 2019-2020

Soul of the City Community Fun Fest

Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc. and The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew hosted this annual celebration. Soul of the City is the ultimate downtown “block party,” featuring crafts vendors, food trucks, family fun activities, and live performances by CCAC students, faculty and alumni along with regional artists. Soul of the City honors the READ MORE »

Grant Wareham, Organist

Rising Stars of the Organ Friday, November 8, 2019 – 7:30 p.m. PROGRAM Pageant … Leo Sowerby Romantisch, Op.142 no.3 … Sigfrid Karg-Elert Organ Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Felix Mendelssohn Wotan’s Farewell and Magic Fire Music … Richard Wagner Symphonie No. 2 pour orgue: III. Scherzo … Louis Vierne Introduction, Passacaglia and Fugue, READ MORE »

Chorister Training Program

The Chorister Training Program The Chorister Training Program at SsAM provides a wonderful opportunity for children in grades 3 through High School to develop their musical, vocal and leadership skills within the context of an Anglican style choral program.  It is an excellent opportunity for children who enjoy singing in school choir or who play READ MORE »

Life in Palestine: A conversation with Dr. Michael Connor

St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, Delaware Churches for Middle East Peace, Delaware Episcopalians for Middle East Peace, Pacem in Terris and Delawareans for Palestinian Human Rights are co-sponsoring a conversation with Dr. Michael Connor on Wednesday, July 10th at 7 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church,  1301 N. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE 19806.  Dr.Michael Connor Program – READ MORE »

Adult Formation – April 2019

Adult Formation April 2019

The President of the House of Deputies responds to the Lambeth decision

In a recent article by Mary Frances Schjonberg (Episcopal News Service),  Same-sex spouses not invited to next year’s Lambeth Conference of bishops, we learned that the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby is not inviting same-sex spouses to the 2020 Lambeth Conference of bishops.  The Rev. Gay Clark Jennings, President of the House of Deputies of READ MORE »

Disciple III Bible Study

Led by SsAM parishioners, the second eight-session module of Disciple Bible Study will begin on Wednesday, March 13th at 6:00 p.m. We will continue our study of The Prophets, resuming with lesson #9, entitled “God will not abandon.” Wednesday lessons continue until May 8th. If you are interested and need a study manual, please contact READ MORE »

A litany: remembering victims of gun violence

Litany from Bishops Against Gun Violence 11.8.18

Community Artist Concerts

With the installation of a new pipe organ (the Katherine Esterly Organ) and the acquisition of a vintage Steinway B piano, SsAM has become a favorite venue in downtown Wilmington for performances by community artists and musical group.  The beautiful acoustics of the sanctuary make the space especially suitable for chamber music and recitals as READ MORE »

Take Counsel – Stop Grumbling

The Order of the Ascension has a new program which may be of interest:   Order of the Ascension.Fall 2018

General Convention 2018 Summary

The Episcopal News Service posted an excellent summary of our work at the 79th General Convention, held in 2018 in Austin, Texas. Here is the mini version, complete with a photo of our deputation.   2019 General Convention wrap        

Reclaiming Jesus

Reflection.reclaiming jesus. 6.19.18

SsAM members inducted in local Hall of Fame

Tribute to Local Legends

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Clergy Transition – Our Search for a New Rector

SsAM IS NOW RECEIVING NAMES FOR OUR NEXT RECTOR! If you are a clergy person and interested in our open rector position, we invite you to … [Read More...]

The Reverend Clay Brown

Father Clay will celebrate his first Eucharists at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at SsAM. The 10:30 a.m. service is … [Read More...]

Worship God with us this Sunday in downtown Wilmington, Delaware

You are invited to worship God with us in person this Sunday at 8:00 or 10:30 a.m. in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. Our newly-ordained … [Read More...]

Welcome To SsAM. You are invited!

SsAM, the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, welcomes you. Come to God’s Table! Come, you … [Read More...]

SsAM Presents: Upcoming Events

The Rev. Kevin Clayton Brown, will celebrate Eucharist for the first time on Sunday, February 5, 8:00 am and 10:30 am By the Grace of God … [Read More...]

Charisse Rodgers is New Co-Chair of Racial Justice and Reconciliation Commission

Charisse L. Rodgers has served the church in numerous capacities, to include, vestry person, church treasurer, ECW board, diocesan … [Read More...]

Reflection on Winter – A Time to Slow Down

A reflection for February 5, 2023 by Mary Lou Edgar. It is hard to believe that we are in the middle of winter. We have had many nice … [Read More...]

The Extraordinary Life of Rosetta Henderson

An interview with Rosetta Henderson and a digital exhibit exploring her life and accomplishments is now at the Hagley Museum and Library. … [Read More...]

Spiritual Music in Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington Children’s Chorus Teaching Fellowship applications are due February 10. The Wilmington Children's Chorus is accepting … [Read More...]

Children’s Chapel continues on February 12 at 10:30am.

Children’s Chapel will meet on February 12 and 26, and on every second and fourth Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in Crypt Hall. Children have several … [Read More...]

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Worship Services

We will be delighted if you worship with us in-person or via video this Sunday at 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. Click here to learn more!

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719 N. Shipley Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
with free parking weekends and evenings next to the church at 713 N. Shipley Street. Click here to learn more about parking and directions.
Office Hours
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 to 4:30
Friday, 9:00 to 1:00

OUR MISSION

To be an inclusive Christian community which worships God, follows Christ in all aspects of our lives, and serves the Greater Wilmington area through actions and ministries which promote peace, justice, reconciliation and empowerment for all people.

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PHONE: 302 656-6628

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Are You New to SsAM?

If you are new to SsAM, please click here to see the Welcome to SsAM booklet in PDF format. The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew is a dynamic and diverse congregation in downtown Wilmington, Delaware.

Our Vision

The Episcopal Church of Sts. Andrew and Matthew seeks to be a dynamic, spiritual center that is active in the pursuit of peace and justice in the community and a place where all God’s people are honored.

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Our main focus is ministry, not money!
We offer a host of ministries for which you can volunteer. You can participate in worship services, help make the church hum, or offer your time and talent to the local community.

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