Church of the Holy Apostles

The church is a center of worship, prayer, justice and community for everyone. No matter who you are, where you come from, or where you find yourself on your journey, you are welcome here.

OUR SUPPORT

Celebrating over 175 years of worship and service in the Chelsea Community.

We’re here to support you in faith. Whether you’re looking to discover, renew, affirm or deepen your understanding of Christ, the Church of the Holy Apostles offers a spiritual home for all people.

Blessing and peace,
The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson

The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson
Rector, Church of the Holy Apostles
Executive Director, Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen

Join our worship community online and in person. 

Holy Eucharist | Sunday 9AM (on site)
Holy Eucharist | Sunday 11AM (on site & via Livestream)
Insight | Tuesday 6:15PM (on Zoom)
Morning Prayer and Bible Study | Wednesday 8:30AM (on Zoom)
Compline | Thursday 9PM (on Zoom)

Adopted June 20, 2019

Sustained by God’s love, we welcome all.

Nourished by Christ’s compassion, we feed the hungry, work for justice, and care for one another.

Enlivened by the Holy Spirit, we celebrate sacred mystery through prayer, worship, and music.

New to the Church?

We have made it easy for newcomers to understand what Holy Apostles is all about, and how our community may fit with your needs and interests.

FOR NEWCOMERS
THE LATEST — CLERGY PULPIT POSTS

Weekly posts from our clergy, expanding on the liturgical topic of focus from the week’s Sunday services.

Nothing Stands Alone | The Rev. Susan E. Hill, Associate Rector

Nothing Stands Alone | The Rev. Susan E. Hill, Associate Rector

This weekend brings us to the fifth Sunday in Lent, and closer to our walk with Jesus toward his suffering and death during Holy Week. It can feel like an intense time, especially when local and national and world events continually remind us of the suffering around us as well. And each of us in our own lives may be dealing with challenges, pain, and grief….

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Just Saying No | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector

Just Saying No | The Rev. Dr. Anna S. Pearson, Rector

We are deep in the heart of Lent, and while this Sunday is often referred to as “refreshment Sunday,” there is still a way to go before Easter arrives. Even with the Sunday “Little Easter” reprieves from Lent, and even with the hopeful signs of longer days and warmer temperatures, the time between Ash Wednesday and our celebration of the Resurrection is long, long, long….

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Cleansing | The Rev. Robert A. Jacobs, Deacon

Cleansing | The Rev. Robert A. Jacobs, Deacon

God wants us to be inwardly genuine and penitent in our worship.

Just as Jesus cleansed the temple we have to take an internal inventory of where we stand. As we know, taking an internal inventory of our own lives is not comfortable is it?

We all know that we have sinned and have fallen short of the glory of God.

We do not like taking those kinds of inventories because we might not always like what we find within ourselves….

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SERMONS

Listen to our sermons on-demand.

We record our sermons every Sunday and make them available on-demand on Soundcloud for you to enjoy from anywhere on any device.

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Music

Music at Holy Apostles

Music is a vital aspect of the experience at the Church of Holy Apostles, immersing visitors in the moment and helping them connect with each other in an atmosphere imbued with the Holy Spirit

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Support our congregational activities, including our weekly Sunday services—music, fellowship, our landmark building, and more.

Use our easyTithe portal for all offerings to the church, including pledge payments and individual church programs. If you are trying to donate to the meal and social service programs of Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen, click here.

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HISTORY

A Rich History

Learn about the history of Holy Apostles dating back to 1844, the building, and our tradition of outreach to those in need through the years.

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Host your next event at Holy Apostles

Our historic building and grounds enhance celebratory gatherings of all types with a rich spirit of tradition and beauty.

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CLERGY, STAFF AND VESTRY
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THE REVEREND DR. ANNA S. PEARSON
RECTOR & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mother Anna joined Holy Apostles as Rector of the Church and Executive Director of the Soup Kitchen in 2018.

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THE REVEREND SUSAN E. HILL
ASSOCIATE RECTOR

Mother Susan has served as Associate Rector since 2013.

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THE REVEREND ROBERT A. JACOB
DEACON 

Deacon Bob is a member of various committees within the diocese and devotes a portion of his time to civic duties.

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Dr. John A. Wolfe
Director of music

Dr. John A. Wolfe serves as Organist and Music Director at the Church of the Holy Apostles in Manhattan.

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VESTRY

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Church of the Holy Apostles

We are an open, inclusive Christian Church celebrating in the Episcopal tradition.

Sunday Service is held 11AM (on site and via livestream). Weekday services are held on Zoom.

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For Newcomers

Learn about our faith community and explore ways to connect with our work and worship.

Sermons

Reflections on Holy Scripture from our Clergy.

History

Founded in 1844, with a focus on social activism and the desire for social justice.

Clergy, Staff & Vestry

The Vestry is the governing body of the Church of the Holy Apostles.

MUSIC

Music commands a strong presence at the Church of the Holy Apostles.

Space Rental

Host your next meeting or event in our landmark building.

Soup Kitchen & Pantry

Nourishing hungry New Yorkers since 1982 in an atmosphere of respect and hospitality.

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Daily meal service

Serving a free, nutritious meal every weekday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Meal outreach

Distributing bagged breakfasts and lunches throughout Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen.

About the soup kitchen

Learn more about our mission, our history, our performance, who we are, and what we do.

Pantry Program

Providing fresh and nutritious groceries to food-insecure New Yorkers.

Sunday Supper

Bridging generations and building community over a monthly family style meal.

Give Layers of Love this Winter

Help Keep Our Guests Warm this Winter.

Social Support

Meeting basic needs, stabilizing lives, and supporting individuals and families to achieve their goals.

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SOCIAL SERVICES

Addressing the needs of the whole person through basic needs, counseling, and referrals.

Classes

Offering learning and skill-building opportunities.

Community Partnership

Partnering with others to expand the services offered to our guests.

Get Involved

Holy Apostles is a great place to channel your time, talents and generosity for good.

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Volunteer

Make a difference in the lives of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness and hunger.

Partner

Join our efforts to serve others and provide for people who are vulnerable.

Donate

Your gift provides food, community, and hope to New Yorkers in need.

The Latest

Stay up-to-date on all happenings at Holy Apostles.

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Food For The Soul

The official blog of Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen.

Voices of Our Community

Guest stories, poetry, and more.

EVENTS

See our calendar of events.

Church Pulpit Posts

Read weekly meditations written by our clergy.

Newsroom

Holy Apostles in the news.