Contact & Location for Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Service Times for Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Sunday 9:30 AM
Young Children's Service
Sunday 9:30 AM
Family Service
Sunday 10:15 AM
Informal Family Service
Sunday 11:00 AM
Adult Service
Programs & Ministries at Bryn Athyn Cathedral
About Bryn Athyn Cathedral
The Bryn Athyn Cathedral is a stunning Gothic structure situated on a hill overlooking Pennypack Creek Valley in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, and serves as the central place of worship for the Bryn Athyn Church and members of the New Church worldwide. Built between 1913 and 1928 with interior decoration continuing into the 1940s, the Cathedral features intricate stained-glass windows and a symbolic architectural plan based on New Church teachings. The congregation welcomes visitors to attend one of four in-person Sunday worship services, ranging from a Young Children's Service at 9:30 AM to an Adult Service at 11:00 AM, all of which are also livestreamed for remote participation. Beyond worship, the Cathedral invites the community to explore its beautiful and expansive grounds from sunrise to sunset, visit the Small Chapel for quiet prayer and reflection, and tour the building to learn about its history and spiritual significance. The church also maintains a Book Room focused on Swedenborg's writings and New Church literature, and offers opportunities for visitors to become involved in the congregation's ministries and community life.
First-Time Visitor Info for Bryn Athyn Cathedral
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Four Sunday services are offered, including a Young Children's Service and Family Service at 9:30 AM, an Informal Family Service at 10:15 AM, and an Adult Service at 11:00 AM, with all services livestreamed. Visitor Tips: Tours are typically offered Tuesday through Friday afternoons with reservations recommended; the Cathedral grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset for quiet reflection; the Small Chapel is open for prayer on select weekdays; photography for personal use and building photography are welcome, though professional portrait photography is not permitted.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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