The Historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas - AECST

The Historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas - AECST Welcome to the Historic African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas (AECST)! Welcome to the Mother Church! Thomas. Faithfully,

The Very Rev. Canon Martini Shaw
Rector

"Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Give thanks unto Him and bless His name." - Psalm 100:4

On behalf of the Clergy, Wardens, Vestry, and People of God, welcome to the Historic African Episcopal Church of St. Our parish boldly proclaims the reconciling gospel of Jesus Christ. We are an active mission-minded and growing church family. We embrace a hospitality that

welcomes all, no matter where you may find yourself on your journey of faith. Today, as you worship in this place, may you experience and feel the presence of the Lord, and may leave feeling renewed, refreshed,

Again, welcome to you and your family.

(Page 5) - A DAY OF CELEBRATION & WORSHIP!!!Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Carib...
06/15/2026

(Page 5) - A DAY OF CELEBRATION & WORSHIP!!!
Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.

We also warmly welcomed our sisters and brothers from St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, NY.

Photos: Quentin Heyward (St. Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

(Page 4)Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.We also warmly welc...
06/15/2026

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Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.

We also warmly welcomed our sisters and brothers from St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, NY.

Photos: Bill Edmonds (St. Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

(Page 3)Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.We also warmly wel...
06/15/2026

(Page 3)
Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.

We also warmly welcomed our sisters and brothers from St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, NY.

Photos: Justin Trotman (St. Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

(Page 2)Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.We also warmly welc...
06/15/2026

(Page 2)
Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.

We also warmly welcomed our sisters and brothers from St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, NY.

Photos: Bill Edmonds (St. Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

(Page 1)Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.We also warmly welc...
06/15/2026

(Page 1)
Over 500 people gathered for worship and fellowship at our 16th Annual Caribbean Celebration.

We also warmly welcomed our sisters and brothers from St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Brooklyn, NY.

Photos: Quentin Heyward (St. Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

The Third Sunday after Pentecost / Bishop's Visitation, June 14, 2026. While worshipping with us today via Livestream...
06/14/2026

The Third Sunday after Pentecost / Bishop's Visitation, June 14, 2026.

While worshipping with us today via Livestream below, please prayerfully consider a donation in support of our many active ministries. (💰):
Cell phone: Text " AECST" to 73256;
or
http://www.aecst.org/donations.htm

Livestream and Sound Ministry: Marie Golson, Quentin Heyward and Dominic Bowrin.

https://youtube.com/live/1XrBgEYNV7s

If our livestream feeds your spirit, consider donating to one of ou...

The AECST EXPRESS arrives at Caribbean destination. (See link below)https://www.aecst.org/pdfs/jun142026spearhead.pdf
06/14/2026

The AECST EXPRESS arrives at Caribbean destination. (See link below)

https://www.aecst.org/pdfs/jun142026spearhead.pdf

The Celebration & Blessing of Marriage
06/14/2026

The Celebration & Blessing of Marriage

St. Thomas Scouting Program"The Court of Honor" ProgrammeSaturday, June 13, 2026
06/14/2026

St. Thomas Scouting Program
"The Court of Honor" Programme
Saturday, June 13, 2026

The Celebration & Blessing of MarriageSt. Thomas Livestream/Sound Ministry: Quentin Heyward
06/13/2026

The Celebration & Blessing of Marriage

St. Thomas Livestream/Sound Ministry: Quentin Heyward

We delight in your virtual presence as we celebrate and bless the m...

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6361 Lancaster Avenue (Absalom Jones Way)
Philadelphia, PA
19151

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+12154733065

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