Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)

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

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Peace and Justice Initiative, Wilmington, Delaware

SsAM Peace and Justice Initiative Communication No. 1
by Norwood Coleman, Sr.

I am humbled to have been invited to serve as the liaison between SsAM and the Diocesan Justice and Reconciliation Commission.

It is my intent to facilitate our church’s efforts by involving as many fellow congregants as possible in our deliberations.

Norwood ColemanI am working with a friend who has worked in the area of peace and racial justice since childhood and who possesses extensive organizational development skills. He has had experience helping large numbers of people develop and carry out successful multicultural, peace and racial justice initiatives throughout our country and other parts of the world.

Take Four Steps toward Peace and Justice

I have spoken with some SsAM members and invite you to join me in a four step process:

  1. Discover what we (SsAM) have done well in the area of peace and racial justice, how we developed and maintained these practices;
  2. Dream of a future where we as a congregation fully and inclusively embrace and practice peace and racial justice at levels beyond our current practices;
  3. Design ministries, practices and resources that help us to move toward a truly peaceful and just church and community; and,
  4. Deploy — put into action — these practices in our church, among our congregants and in our communities at the same time we assess, evaluate and re-evaluate as necessary.

Over the next few days, you may receive a phone call, letter and/or email inviting you to discuss with me and explore with me the process outlined above.

If you do not hear from me or are unable to participate at this time, there will be other opportunities to inquire about and engage in the process. More details soon.

Norwood J. Coleman, Sr.
Friday, July 22, 2022

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NEWS

Welcome To SsAM.

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Worship with us this Sunday at 8am and 10:30am!

You are invited to praise God with us at 8:00am and 10:30am this Sunday in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. We have two worship services on … [Read More...]

Reflection: Walking The Road: My Prayer Journey

by Mary Lou Edgar, August 12, 2022 I have always felt that these words, from a song by Joe Wise, were about me —“Lord, teach us to pray. … [Read More...]

Take Four Steps to Peace and Justice

SsAM Peace and Justice Initiative Communication No. 1 by Norwood Coleman, Sr. I am humbled to have been invited to serve as the liaison … [Read More...]

The Rev. Deacon Clay Brown

The Rev. Deacon Clay Brown joined the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM) on August 15, 2022 as a newly ordained … [Read More...]

SsAM Presents: Upcoming Events

Here is a list of upcoming events at SsAM or recommended by our church. Family and Community Day, Saturday, August 20, 1-3pm Families are … [Read More...]

A Busy Fall at SsAM

If you did not hear Father Jim’s sermon on the last day of July, he announced that he is looking forward with pleasure to serving as our … [Read More...]

Clergy Transition – Our Search for a New Rector

SsAM is in the middle of a clergy transition process. A Rector Search Committee has been appointed. On August 18, 2022, the Vestry was … [Read More...]

Feed The Hungry

For the rest of the summer, the “Feed the Hungry Ministry” invites us to bring groceries to Church to support St. Mark’s United Methodist … [Read More...]

Prayer Services at SsAM

Every weekday at 8am, 5pm, and 8pm. Also on Saturdays at 10:30am. Prayer Services at SsAM are via Video. Click here to see our Facebook … [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!

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

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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.

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Donations Are Welcome, and a Necessity
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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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