Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)

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

  • Welcome To SsAM
    • Guiding Principles, Statements of Mission and Vision
    • News & Upcoming Events
    • Online Calendar
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    • eMail Sign Up
    • Worship at SsAM
    • Sunday Documents: Leaflet, Bulletin, Weekly Vision, Readings
  • Who We Are
    • Diversity
    • Clergy
      • Clergy Transition
      • Rev. Patrick Burke, Rector
      • Rev. Canon Lloyd S. Casson
    • Vestry
    • Staff
      • D-L Casson, Church Administrator
      • David Christopher, Music Director
    • Children’s Ministries
    • ECW: Episcopal Church Women at SsAM
    • History of the Parish
    • Visit the SsAM Photo Archive on Flickr
    • Member Photos
      • Photo & Video Archive
    • People Who Pray
  • What We Do
    • Services of Worship
      • Sunday Documents: Bulletin, Weekly Vision, Readings
      • Prayer Services at SsAM
      • Baptisms
      • Weddings
        • Wedding Guidelines
        • Wedding Fees
      • Funerals
    • Children’s Chapel
    • Adult Education
    • Reflection Essays
    • List of Health / Wellness Posts
    • Season of Creation
    • Sacred Jazz at SsAM
    • Annual Reports
  • Get Involved
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    • Volunteer for Community Outreach!
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    • Volunteer Behind The Scenes!
    • Health / Wellness Posts
    • Invite Welcome Connect
    • Financial Contributions and Stewardship
    • Stewardship Posts
    • Pledge Form 2023
    • Member Resources
  • Music
    • Our Unique Approach to Music and Liturgical Design
    • Choral Music at SsAM
    • Katherine Esterly Organ
    • Music Staff
      • David Christopher, Organist, Director of Music and Associate for Liturgy
      • The SsAM Staff Singers
      • Jonathan Whitney
      • Berna Holcomb, Music Librarian
    • Artists in Residence
      • Jonathan Whitney
      • Delaware ChoralArts
    • Sacred Jazz at SsAM
    • Upcoming Musical Events at SsAM
    • Make a contribution to support SsAM’s Music Ministry and the Friends of the Katherine Esterly Organ
    • SsAM Choir Resource Page
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Palestinian Cultural Dinner – July 22nd

Palestinian Cultural Dinner

The Jesus Movement in 8 Points

The Jesus Movement in 8 pointsJune 1

Eugene Lavery Organ Recital

Organ Recital – Eugene Lavery

Parish Picnic June 10th

Parish picnic Sign up sheet 2018

Reclaiming Jesus and Restorative Justice @ SsAM

Please considering joining us on Thursdays (May 3, 10, 17, 31 and June 7) at 5:30 p.m. for an informal conversation about Reclaiming Jesus along with taking a look at the Restorative Justice Principles.  Bring soup, salad or bread to share, if you are able.   Reclaiming Jesus Civil Discourse Principles of Restorative Justice Reclaiming Jesus READ MORE »

Reclaiming Jesus – Civil Discourse Program begins May 3rd

Please join Maryann D. Younger, facilitator, for a 5 week program based on the Reclaiming Jesus – Civil Discourse Curriculum. May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.  All are welcome. Reclaiming Jesus Civil Discourse

Centering Space @ SsAM

SsAM Centering Space launch docx

Centering Space @ SsAM

Our Pastoral Care team launched the new Centering Space at SsAM on April 22, 2018. Read more about it here: SsAM Centering Space launch docx

Mother’s Day Garden

Support Friendship House and its Housing Ministry! Instead of (or in addition to) buying flowers for that special someone, Friendship House offers “virtual flowers” through plantings at Women’s Housing. A card/email will be sent to the honoree, if requested. This special project runs from Easter (April 1, 2018) to Mother’s Day (May 13, 2018).  Watch READ MORE »

Open House 2017

Here are photos and a thank-you to our volunteers. Volunteers: A warm thank you from the Open House Planning to Committee to the Open House volunteers! Click the link to see the names of all the volunteers. Thank you for giving your time, volunteers! Photographs by Ken Francis Click on any thumbnail image to see READ MORE »

Adult Formation @ SsAM

Adult formation begins Sunday, October 2nd at 9:15 a.m. in the auditorium.  EPISCOPAL-NESS: FROM THE BEGINNING A FIVE-SUNDAY LOOK AT OUR ORIGIN, FAITH, AND PRACTICE by Christina Brennan Lee  http://prayersofthepeople.blogspot.com ALL are welcome.

DACA – Statement

DACA.Statement from the Presiding Bishop, President House of Deputies

Charlottesville – A response from The President of the House of Deputies

House of Deputies.Charlottesville 2017

Charlottesville – A response from our Presiding Bishop

A Message to the Church from the Presiding Bishop

About The Katherine Esterly Organ

The Katherine Esterly Organ, The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew

Links Learn about the Organ Restoration Project Tonal Specifications of the Organ Learn about Dr. Katherine Esterly and Friends of the Katherine Esterly Organ (FOKEO) Make A Donation to support concerts and special events featuring the organ. About The Organ The new pipe organ for the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM) in READ MORE »

Friends of the Katherine Esterly Organ

Katherine Esterly had a dream! She envisioned a great pipe organ at The Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew (SsAM) that would not only enhance the worship life of the parish, but would also be a great concert instrument, enriching the musical landscape of downtown Wilmington. That dream has come to fruition, but we READ MORE »

Disciple II Bible Study @ SsAM

Click here for information about one of our Fall Adult Education programs: Disciple II Bible Study at SsAM2

Love Thy Neighbor YYF Project

A Youth & Young Families (YYF) Project We distributed items on July 8, 2017 at Rodney Square. SsAM’s Youth & Young Families group plans to do this every month. — Bottles of water — Granola Bars — Foot Powder (travel size) — WetOnes/Baby Wipes (travel size) — Chapstick — Toothpaste and Toothbrushes (travel size) — READ MORE »

A letter to Senator Coons

A letter to Senator Coons from Canon Casson LSC letter to Coons

Capital Campaign

The Katherine Esterly Organ was installed in the fall of 2016.  We thank all of you who have helped to make this dream become a reality at that time. Photos: The Dedication of the Katherine Esterly Organ was Sunday, February 19, 2017. Our kitchen renovations are complete! Volunteers use the James Thomas kitchen to feed READ MORE »

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NEWS

Worship God with us in downtown Wilmington, Delaware

You are invited to worship God with us in person on Sunday at 8:00 or 10:30 a.m. in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. Our 10:30 a.m. service … [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

Worship God with us this Sunday at 8:00 or 10:30am. Click here to learn more about worship services at the Episcopal Church of Saints … [Read More...]

First Friday Walks for Justice and Peace in Wilmington, Delaware

The next walks are on Friday, October 6 and November 3, and begin at 5:30 p.m. in the SsAM parking lot, 713 N. Shipley Street. Join us for … [Read More...]

Chris White Art Gallery and Shipley Artist Lofts.

EXTRANJERA/O at the Chris White Art Gallery, Friday, October 6, 5-9pm. Click here for details of this celebration of Hispanic Heritage … [Read More...]

Children’s Chapel

Children’s Chapel continues Sunday, October 8 & 22 at 10:30am. Children have several activities before rejoining their families during … [Read More...]

Season of Creation

SsAM celebrates the Season of Creation beginning October 15. It is celebrated at our 10:30 a.m. service during the last seven weeks of … [Read More...]

Environmental Justice Ministry

Environmental Justice Forum, Sunday, October 15, 10:30am to 2:00pm Are you interested in learning about environmental justice, but aren’t … [Read More...]

Used Book Sale, Saturday, October 21, 2023, 10am to 3pm

Used books at good prices in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. Proceeds will be donated to the Scholarship Fund at Camp Arrowhead. Sponsored … [Read More...]

Let us again be as children

When I have something to say that I think will be too difficult for adults, I write it in a book for children. Children are excited by new … [Read More...]

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Worship Services

We will be delighted if you worship with us in-person or via video this Sunday. Click here to learn more!

Visit Us

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.

Contact Us

PHONE: 302 656-6628

EMAIL: Click here to use our email form.

FACEBOOK: Click here to see our Facebook page. You need a Facebook account to see it.

YOUTUBE: Click here to see our YouTube Channel. Some smart TV sets will allow you to stream YouTube, so you can watch in your den or living room. Search for “Saints Andrews and Matthew”.

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.

LINKS

  • Worship at SsAM: Sunday Documents, Church News, and More
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  • On-Line Calendar
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  • Clergy Transition
  • Episcopal Church in Delaware
  • Episcopal Church USA
  • Michael Curry’s blog: the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church
  • Episcopal Digital Network
  • Forward Day By Day
  • Book of Common Prayer
  • Camp Arrowhead, Delaware
  • Congregational Development
  • Calendar
  • Visit SsAM on Facebook
  • eNewsletter Sign-up

Donations Are Welcome, and a Necessity
Our ministries are dependent on financial donations. Click here to make a secure credit-card donation on-line or to learn

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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