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.

Our own Waltier Blocker recently participated at the Inaugural Justice, Mercy, and Music Symposium hosted by the Associa...
06/24/2026

Our own Waltier Blocker recently participated at the Inaugural Justice, Mercy, and Music Symposium hosted by the Association of Anglican Musicians, in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Association of Anglican Musicians hosted the inaugural Justice, Mercy, & Music Symposium on June 12th in Atlanta, Georgia. Focusing on the sustainability of historically Black parishes and …

Condolences and Prayers for the family of Dr. Frank Johnson on the death of his dear mother, Jewel Johnson.May the soul ...
06/24/2026

Condolences and Prayers for the family of Dr. Frank Johnson on the death of his dear mother, Jewel Johnson.

May the soul of Jewel rest in peace and rise to eternal glory. Amen. 🙏🏽

OUR FAMILY GROWS! 🎈 We give thanks to God for the continued growth of our church family. We welcome Merri Rich into o...
06/23/2026

OUR FAMILY GROWS! 🎈
We give thanks to God for the continued growth of our church family. We welcome Merri Rich into our family. We look forward to getting to know her. To God be the glory!

WELCOME MERRI!!!

Happy Birthday to Dr. Toya Gordon and Cheyenne Williamson. 🎈 Toya and Cheyenne, your St. Thomas family loves and joins y...
06/23/2026

Happy Birthday to Dr. Toya Gordon and Cheyenne Williamson. 🎈

Toya and Cheyenne, your St. Thomas family loves and joins you in celebrating the Anniversary of your births. God Bless you. ❤️

If you are a member of St. Thomas and wish to share the occasion of your celebration with others on this page (birthday or wedding anniversary), please text details and a photo, by 9:00 A.M. THE MORNING OF, to (215) 519-9652. 🙏

Happy 35th Wedding Anniversary to Dr. Jay and Loyda Fluellen. 🌹 Jay and Loyda, your St. Thomas family loves and joins yo...
06/23/2026

Happy 35th Wedding Anniversary to Dr. Jay and Loyda Fluellen. 🌹

Jay and Loyda, your St. Thomas family loves and joins you in celebrating the Anniversary of your wedding. God Bless you. ❤️

If you are a member of St. Thomas and wish to share the occasion of your celebration with others on this page (birthday or wedding anniversary), please text details and a photo, by 9:00 A.M. THE MORNING OF, to (215) 519-9652. 🙏

Condolences and Prayers for the family of Rebecca Scales on the death of her father, Herndon Cummings.May the soul of He...
06/22/2026

Condolences and Prayers for the family of Rebecca Scales on the death of her father, Herndon Cummings.

May the soul of Herndon rest in peace and rise to eternal glory. Amen. 🙏🏽

St. Thomas recognizes its OLDEST father - The Honorable Robert Williams, retired judge (102 years old).Photos: Quentin H...
06/22/2026

St. Thomas recognizes its OLDEST father - The Honorable Robert Williams, retired judge (102 years old).

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

(Page 5 - Worship included Father's Day Tributes from Dr. Toya Gordon and Lonnie Womack, III)The Fourth Sunday after Pen...
06/22/2026

(Page 5 - Worship included Father's Day Tributes from Dr. Toya Gordon and Lonnie Womack, III)
The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost/Observance of Father's Day & Juneteenth
21 June 2026

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

(Page 4 - Our NEWEST fathers of St. Thomas: Nathan Wallace, Jr, father of Rayne Josephine Wallace; and Scott Williams, f...
06/22/2026

(Page 4 - Our NEWEST fathers of St. Thomas: Nathan Wallace, Jr, father of Rayne Josephine Wallace; and Scott Williams, father of Tobias, Amelia, and Vivian Williams)

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost/Observance of Father's Day & Juneteenth
21 June 2026

Brenda Johnson Best (St.Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

(Page 3 - Father's Day Tributes from Dr. Toya Gordon to her husband Chad; and Lonnie Womack III to his dad Lonnie)The Fo...
06/22/2026

(Page 3 - Father's Day Tributes from Dr. Toya Gordon to her husband Chad; and Lonnie Womack III to his dad Lonnie)

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost/Observance of Father's Day & Juneteenth
21 June 2026

Brenda Johnson Best (St.Thomas Ed Muse Memorial Photography Ministry)

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

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+12154733065

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