Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)

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

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    • Online Calendar
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    • Worship at SsAM
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  • Who We Are
    • Diversity
    • Clergy
      • Clergy Transition
      • Rev. James Bimbi, Interim Rector
      • Rev. Canon Lloyd S. Casson
      • The Rev. Deacon Clay Brown
      • Sermons
    • Vestry
    • Staff
      • D-L Casson, Church Administrator
      • David Christopher, Music Director
    • Children’s Ministries
    • ECW: Episcopal Church Women at SsAM
    • History of the Parish
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      • Photo & Video Archive
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  • What We Do
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        • Wedding Guidelines
        • Wedding Fees
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    • Children’s Chapel
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    • Volunteer in the Community!
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    • Health / Wellness Posts
    • Invite Welcome Connect
    • Financial Contributions and Stewardship
    • Stewardship Posts
    • Pledge Form 2023
    • Member Resources
  • Music
    • Spiritual Music in Wilmington, Delaware
    • Katherine Esterly Organ
    • Choral Music at SsAM
    • Sacred Jazz at SsAM
    • Drumming Circle
    • Music Staff
    • Artists in Residence
      • Jonathan Whitney
      • Delaware ChoralArts
    • Our Approach to Music and Liturgical Design at SsAM
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Get Involved! Volunteer for Ministry! Donate!

Share your time, talent, and treasure

Volunteer in the Community!

You can serve the local community and the world outside the church.

Volunteer at Worship!

You can serve during worship services.

Volunteer Behind the Scenes!

You can serve behind the scenes at church.

Volunteer to Serve on the Vestry

You can serve on the governing board of the church.

Share Your Treasure!

Make a donation to support the costs of our many ministries.

Contact Us!

For details of any of these opportunities, please contact us.

SsAM NEEDS YOU!

OUR MINISTRIES – HOW YOU CAN VOLUNTEER
Contact the church office for Ministry Leaders’ contact information

Acolyte – assists during the liturgy as servers, torchbearers, candle lighters and crucifers. Training is provided.

Altar Guild – prepares the Altar for all liturgies including weddings, baptisms, and funerals. This includes maintenance of the altar, silver, linens, and candles. Training is provided.

Community Advocacy – provides a central clearinghouse for all of SsAM’s efforts in advocacy, outreach, and funding; and informs SsAM members of current and emerging community issues and needs.

Daily Office –leads the brief virtual Morning Prayer, Noonday Prayer, Evening Prayer and Compline worship services. Training is provided.

Environmental Justice – through its community partner, (Delaware Concerned Residents for Environmental Justice – DCR4EJ), advocates and educates on issues of environmental justice.

Episcopal Church Women (ECW) –supports community outreach efforts and encourages participation in the National United Thank Offering (UTO) effort. Sponsors several fund-raising activities throughout the year. ALL are welcome.

Lectors/Readers –leads the scripture reading and prayers of the people for Sunday liturgy and Evensong. Training is provided.

Office Assistants – trained as financial counters (Sundays, weekly); also provides assistance with mailings and office duties such as maintaining the member database; many special projects throughout the year.

Ushers Ministry – greets and assists all who come for worship on Sunday and other services. Training is provided.

We worship God on Sundays at 8am and 10:30am and offer prayer services other days.

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Minister to others in worship services, behind the scenes, and in the community.

We are looking for 100% participation this year rather than a financial goal.

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NEWS

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 Rev. Deacon Clay Brown

The Rev. Deacon Clay Brown will be ordained a priest on Saturday, February 4, at 11am. He joined the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew … [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

Silent Walk for Justice and Peace, 5:30pm on Friday, February 3 Join us for this peaceful, prayerful walk through the center of … [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...]

Reflection – Things kept going wrong but that didn’t bother us.

A reflection by Danny Schweers for January 29, 2023. Why did our companionship, in spite of events, continue as cheerfully as ever? Why … [Read More...]

First Friday Walks for Justice and Peace in Wilmington, Delaware

The next walk begins on Friday, February 3 at 5:30 p.m. in the SsAM parking lot, 713 N. Shipley Street. Join us for this peaceful, … [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!

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
  • eNewsletter Sign Up
  • YouTube Service Videos
  • SsAM on Facebook
  • Recent Announcements at SsAM
  • On-Line Calendar
  • Annual Reports
  • 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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