We will be partnering with Renewal Presbyterian for a dinnertime panel discussion: Opioid Overview—Christian Perspectives on the Current Crisis. Speakers from national, state, and local levels will provide information on both public policy and medical ministry initiatives. Light dinner included. Panelists include: Kimberly Leonard -- Sr Healthcare Correspondent with the Washington Examiner Harry Holt -- Prof of Healthcare Policy at West Chester Ramon Cruz -- Behavioral Health Specialist within the Community Wellness Engagement Unit for Philadelphia; our brother also has […]
This fellowship event for Bible School parents is a fun way to mix and mingle and raise money for Maranatha Missions. The evening rotates around the March Madness basketball competition except our 16 ‘college teams’ happen to be crockpots of chili. Each chili will be given a college name and placed in the correct ‘region’. After introductions and explanations, participants fan out to the four regions and taste the four chilis at their first region. Each person will choose his/her […]
As a community of faith, how are we at Tenth becoming whole? Is our ministry (of loving our neighbors and caring for members of the Body) driven by God’s story of restoration or is it driven by cultural ideas of how people change? Join us at the 2020 Mercy Conference as Dr. Brian Fikkert (author of When Helping Hurts and Becoming Whole) of the Chalmers Center at Covenant College helps us consider underlying causes of relational brokenness and let’s discuss […]
Due to the novel Corona virus, today's services will have very limited seating available in-person. However, the service will continue to be streamed at 11:00am. Have friends who don't have internet? They can call in to hear the service: 844.719.7688 (Toll-free, no PIN needed)
Come join us online on Sunday, August 16 at 12:45pm to hear from our global partners Dr. John and Lori Kempen. John and Lori serve in Africa and will be sharing about their medical ministry in light of COVID-19. Register
We are having a work day from 9am and expect to finish around noon. We will be doing some demolition in the basement of 1710 to improve a classroom, painting, and other small tasks. Socially distant lunch will be provided. Space will be limited to encourage social distancing. Please register here.
Christians and non-Christians need help with their mental health. This event aims to provide biblically rooted and culturally relevant teaching on how to approach mental health and the gospel of Jesus Christ. We will ask the speakers to especially speak to how those who work in industries focused on helping others. (Medical professionals, people in ministry, etc.) Join us in-person or online. Register here.
The next small group leaders training will be held live in the sanctuary and also livestreamed. Dr. Ben Dally, who is a clinical counselor and has a PhD in New Testament, will be our speaker. He will speak on how small group leaders can be more effective shepherds with their members who are struggling with emotional and mental issues. There will be Q & A after the talk, and then we will move outdoors to the the 1710 courtyard for […]
Join us for this class to become a member of Tenth. Members receive intentional care from the Elders, and are entitled to vote in matters of church business. Register here.
Register Here "And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” (Acts 4:12) The 2020 Global Outreach Conference is here to remind you that "there is no other name under heaven." Be encouraged as we hear about God's work around the world. Dr. Daniel Shayesteh, a former fundamentalist Muslim political leader in 1980's Iran, will share his story and his vision of bringing the […]
Register Here AlphaCare’s mission is to empower pregnant women and families by providing health and social services and serving as a bridge to community resources. AlphaCare has been serving women in Philadelphia for 40 years. Join us as we serve Alphacare by completing projects to improve their space, including window cleaning, priming patio furniture, etc.
Please join Medical Campus Outreach for a panel discussion with two clinicians who have vast experience giving medical care in Muslim majority contexts. This is an online-only event. Register Here.
Join us for our annual congregational meeting. Members will elect officers and deaconesses, and review and approve the proposed 2021 church budgets. The meeting will be held virtually and in-person. Voting in the virtual meeting required advance registration. If you're a member, you can still vote by attending the meeting in-person. A packet containing a list of nominees and the three budgets is now available to Tenth members. A printed copy of this packet is available in the narthex. Download […]
As with most of life lately, Christmas at Tenth will be a bit different from the usual. Despite the circumstances, we will still have our usual Christmas services with reduced capacity. Lessons & Carols "Son of God, Love's Pure Light" Wednesday, December 23 & Thursday, December 24th at 7:30pm This service of Lessons and Carols continues the beloved tradition at Tenth of celebrating the glory and mystery of the Incarnation. Scripture lessons chronicling the birth of Jesus, festive carol singing […]
"Son of God, Love's Pure Light", A Service of Lessons and Carols continues the beloved tradition at Tenth of celebrating the glory and mystery of the Incarnation. Scripture lessons chronicling the birth of Jesus, festive carol singing with the Nicaea Brass, anthems by the Tenth Chamber Choirs, and a homily by Dr. Goligher combine to praise our Great Savior. Free tickets are required to attend in-person.
It is an understatement to say that 2020 was a challenge— while patients battled physical and emotional illness our frontline workers often suffered in silence. What emotional trauma does working in healthcare bring, what are its signs and symptoms, and what might be done about it? Join Medical Campus Outreach and a panel of clinicians—Joyce David MD, Adam O'Neill PA, and Kristin Welch CRNP—for an enlightening and possibly therapeutic panel discussion. Register Here
Are you learning how to love our neighbors as Jesus does? Growing in this area is at the heart of the Christian life and at the heart of mercy ministry. While feeding and caring for people is trending and “Love your neighbor” is even on Philadelphia face masks, how can a follower of Jesus bring love, relationship, and eternal significance to the table? Tenth has long been loving prison inmates, internationals, immigrants, refugees, the homeless, and nursing home residents. Spend […]
No registration required. Seating will be limited to 150. Readings from the gospel of Matthew and anthems sung by Tenth's chamber choirs commemorating Christ's Passion and Resurrection.
During times of isolation and difficulty, we're reminded of our utter dependency upon the Lord for guidance, strength, and encouragement. We're also reminded of the wonderful access we have to take our burdens and requests to the Lord in prayer. One of the ways we at Tenth want to help facilitate a time of corporate prayer is through an online Google Meet platform. We'll be spending around thirty minutes praying for our church, city and nation, and our world. We'd love […]
Register Now Living Out the Love of God Disciple. Learner. Follower. Imitator. Being a disciple of Christ is about more than learning truths and wisdom - it's the lifelong pursuit to live out Christ's love. Join us along the way with the insights from author and theologian Dr. Kevin Vanhoozer. Schedule Friday, June 18 6pm - 9pm Lecture 1 Refreshments (COVID rules, permitting) Lecture 2 Saturday, June 19 9am - 11:30am Opening Session Lecture: Discipleship in the Local Church Optional […]
The Tenth Women’s Committee is hosting a Women’s Lunch on Sunday, October 10 in Fellowship Hall following the 11 am service. Come and see what the Lord is doing in the lives of women at Tenth and meet other women in the congregation. Learn about opportunities to become involved. Please RSVP by Thursday, October 7 if you’d like a boxed lunch. Register
Tenth's celebration of the Reformation this year is something of a grand reopening following a four-month restoration of our sanctuary. The concept of restoration captures the heartbeat of the Protestant reformers; they sought to restore the orthodox teaching and practice of the church to its biblical foundations. The Nicaea Brass will be here to add a joyful note to our 9am and 11am service. Dr. Goligher will be preaching. At 6:15 pm the Tenth Choir will present the first Soli […]
Isaiah 45:5 - I am the Lord, and there is no other; besides me there is no God Welcome to Tenth's 83rd annual Global Outreach Conference! We are excited to see, hear from, and participate in what God is doing around the world through our global and local partners. This year's theme is "Christ in a Pluralistic Age". The focus will be on the Hindu World, India in particular. There are 1.4 billion Hindus in the world today. They worship […]
Join us for our annual congregational meeting. Members will elect officers and deaconesses, and review and approve the proposed 2022 church budgets. The meeting will be held in-person. To vote, you must be a member of the church and you must be physically present. The meeting will, however, be livestreamed for anyone interested in joining us remotely. A packet containing a list of nominees and the three budgets is available to Tenth members below. A printed copy of this packet […]
Lessons & Carols "Heaven Came Down" Thursday, December 23 & Friday, December 24th at 7:30pm. <!-- This service of Lessons and Carols continues the beloved tradition at Tenth of celebrating the glory and mystery of the Incarnation. Scripture lessons chronicling the birth of Jesus, festive carol singing with the Nicaea Brass, anthems by the Tenth Chamber Choirs, and a homily by Dr. Goligher combine to praise our Great Savior. No tickets or registration is required. There will be mask-required and […]
As we approach the end of another year, we are grateful to God for his sustaining mercies, his sovereign purposes, and the reassurance of his covenant promise that he is with us. For many, the new year can be a time of mixed emotions as one remembers a year filled with blessing and trial, celebration and loss. As the Scriptures teach us, we are not without hope. Our hope is neither fleeting nor vain. Our hope is grounded in the […]
Join us as Scott Swain presents two lectures with dinner in between. Please let us know you're coming, especially if you're joining us for dinner, using the button below. Schedule 6:00pmLecture 1 7:00pmDinner 8:00pmLecture 2 About Dr. Swain Dr. Scott R. Swain is President and James Woodrow Hassell Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Swain has served on the RTS faculty since 2006, having previously taught at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, […]
Join many women from Tenth in this course offered by Reformed Theological Seminary. Registration closes February 1. This spring, for six consecutive Thursday nights, we will offer an abbreviated version of our first course, “Foundations: From Exegesis to Exposition.” Six different faculty will each teach from their area of expertise and will cover the basic principles of biblical interpretation and exposition. Please register as an individual, which costs $40. Once registered, please let us know so we can add you […]
Join many women from Tenth in this course offered by Reformed Theological Seminary. Registration closes February 1. This spring, for six consecutive Thursday nights, we will offer an abbreviated version of our first course, “Foundations: From Exegesis to Exposition.” Six different faculty will each teach from their area of expertise and will cover the basic principles of biblical interpretation and exposition. Please register as an individual, which costs $40. Once registered, please let us know so we can add you […]
…for you were slain, and by your blood you ransomed people for God from every tribe and language and people and nation. Revelation 5:9b God is multiplying voices to worship at His throne, and those voices don’t speak the same language. In the past months, he has opened two doors for Tenth members to expand the reach of the gospel to the Hispanic and Deaf communities of Philadelphia. The South Philadelphia Immigrants Outreach has been investing in relationships with 90 […]
Join us, 6th - 12th graders, as we go rock climbing at the Philadelphia Rock Gym in East Falls. We'll also have pizza beforehand. Please sign up no later than March 28. Register
Good Friday Service Friday, April 15 at 12 noon Liam Goligher, preaching Good Friday Choral Concert Friday, April 15 at 7:30pm Featuring Tenth Church Choir & Chamber Orchestra Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 17 at 7:30am Rittenhouse Square Park Pancake Breakfast Sunday, April 17 from 7:45 - 9am Fellowship Hall A fundraiser for Tenth Youth Missions. Suggested donation of $10/person or $30/family. Easter Sunday Worship Services Sunday, April 17 at 9am, 11am, 1pm and 6:30pm
Join Tenth members from your area and hear updates from several of our ministries. Please RSVP below. If you're able, please bring a snack or dessert to share. Metro Parish Tenth Presbyterian Church 17th & Delancey Streets, Philadelphia May 12, 2022 -- 7:00pm Meeting RSVP Childcare RSVP Brandywine & Western Suburbs Delaware County Christian School, Devon Campus 905 S. Waterloo Rd, Devon May 18, 2022 -- 6:30pm New Jersey Covenant Presbyterian Church 520 Kings Hwy S, Cherry Hill May 26, […]
Please join the rest of Metro Parish for food, fun, and fellowship! We will have Chick-fil-A! Register on or before May 19th, so we can order the food. Register
This event was cancelled in December, but it's back--in June! Scripture lessons, a message from Dr. Goligher, festive carol singing, and anthems by the Tenth Choir celebrate Christ who comes down from heaven to save. No tickets or registration are required. American Sign Language interpretation will be available in-person and online. Both services will be available by livestream at tenth.live.
Join us Friday evening as Dr. Scott Redd addresses our identities in Christ, both as individuals and as a church body. Dinner will be served between lectures. Also, on Sunday, join us for a time of fellowship and food after the morning services. The main course is provided. Please bring sides and desserts. Register
Join us as we paint, clean, and build our campus. Doughnuts, coffee, and lunch will be provided. Please let us know you're coming so we can plan the food and the work. RSVP If you have significant building-related skills and would be willing to lead a team during the work day, please let us know.
Join us as we hear from some of our global partners who are briefly home. Please register for one or both using the link below. Sunday, July 10 - Hear from J and T from the Middle East about their work and ministry among Muslims and Christians. Sunday, July 17 - Hear from S and V from Asia about their work and ministry among an unreached people group. Register
Everyone is welcome to join the Deaf community BBQ party regardless of whatever language you speak or communicate with. Please RSVP using the button below. Let us know if you have specific dietary needs.
Join others from Tenth for a day at the shore. Meet at Tenth at 8am, or at Ocean City Baptist Church at 10am. Please register yourself, your friends, and your family. Register
Tenth Youth Orchestra is a wonderful opportunity for string players, ages 7 to 22 to rehearse and perform together at Tenth Presbyterian Church. Any interested students from Tenth Church as well as student players from the surrounding community are welcome to join. There is no charge for participation in this orchestra however regular attendance for rehearsals and performances is expected as much as is possible. Performance opportunities include informal recitals and occasional opportunities to play for services at historic Tenth […]
The National Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration that seeks to honor the history, language, culture, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino Americans. The history of this celebration goes early as 1968, but it was not until August 17, 1988, when it was officially enacted into a national law. The Hispanic Ministry at Tenth Presbyterian Church would like to join this celebration and to acknowledge the richness of the multicultural Hispanic/Latino heritage. For this reason, we invite everyone […]
Join Tenth City Network to close the Lord's Day with a brief, informal time of singing, prayer, fellowship, and food after our Evening Worship Service. Please register here
The doctrine of sin is one that is often overlooked, and yet every human being that has walked the face of the earth experiences sin in their lives (Romans 3:23). We know that sin is bad, but so often we have trouble identifying sin in ourselves. What is sin? How does sin affect our relationship with God? Are our desires sinful? We invite you to join us as Dr. Mark Jones presents two lectures on the topic of sin, addressing […]
While we do not know how many of us will be physically affected by the pandemic, we know all of us are troubled in our minds. Join us as we ask big questions, meditate on deep truth, and think rightly about our unchanging God as the world changes all around us. 12:30-12:45 Scripture and Explanation 12:45-1:00 Application and Prayer Topics April 14 Is God a Good Father? The Doctrine of the Father Liam April 16 Where is Jesus right now? […]
When a friend or family member is struggling spiritually, do you ever feel uncertain about what to say? You may sense your loved one's need to hear biblical encouragement or advice but, unsure of how to respond, you might simply commiserate or say nothing at all. God calls you to something more! Join us at our Words Matter Seminar as Cheryl Marshall helps us understand why we must speak truth in love, how to respond to the spiritual needs of […]
After Hours is a monthly gathering for sung worship and prayer for Tenth's young adults. We meet on the fourth Sunday of the month after the evening service.
Victor & Nosizo Nakah Join us as we focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. Our main speaker is Dr. Victor Nakah who is Mission to the World (MTW)’s International Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Nakah is originally from Zimbabwe and is an ordained Presbyterian minister. Prior to joining MTW, he was a seminary president in Zimbabwe for ten years and also worked for CURE International. He is currently based in South Africa where his primary ministry is ministering as an MTW international […]
Victor & Nosizo Nakah Join us as we focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. Our main speaker is Dr. Victor Nakah who is Mission to the World (MTW)’s International Director for Sub-Saharan Africa. Dr. Nakah is originally from Zimbabwe and is an ordained Presbyterian minister. Prior to joining MTW, he was a seminary president in Zimbabwe for ten years and also worked for CURE International. He is currently based in South Africa where his primary ministry is ministering as an MTW international […]
Join us as we elect the new class of officers and deaconesses, and consider a bylaw change and the budgets for 2023. Only members of the church may participate in the meeting, but others are welcome to join and observe. Please RSVP for the meeting and dinner. RSVP for Meeting AND Dinner RSVP for Meeting Only Meeting Information Members of the church may download the information packet using the button below. You will be required to log into MyTenth. Download […]
ARMOR: Accountable, Respectful Men Organized for Righteousness Do you want to get together with all the generations of men in Tenth Church for a time of fellowship and encouragement? Do you want to get to know and support each other as men, and help train the younger generations in godliness by looking at the armor of God? Do you want to paint some toy soldiers and play a miniature wargame for fun? This event is for Fathers and Sons and […]
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, we invite all of you to join us for our IO Christmas Party! We will sing Christmas carols, play games, and share messages. Dinner is included. Mientras celebramos el nacimiento de Jesucristo, los invitamos a todos a unirse a este evento. Participaremos con villancicos, juegos, un mensajes navideños y una cena navideña la cual está incluida sin ningún costo
Tenth Saturday Night is a monthly evening of fellowship and discipleship for Tenth's young adults. The night consists of a small talk and Q&A with Pastor Liam, followed by dinner.
On New Year's Day, we will have only two worship services at 11am at 1pm. There will not be any children's programs on this day, but children are welcome to join the service in the sanctuary.
Join Tenth College Fellowship on January 13-15 for our winter retreat in Ocean City, NJ. This will be a time of encouragement and of building one another up as we play games, study God's Word, and enjoy rich fellowship. All undergraduate students and college-aged individuals are welcome to register. Register Schedule Friday, January 13 - 6:00 PM - Depart Tenth Sunday, January 15 - 11:00 AM - Worship at OCC and depart for Philadelphia Accommodations Separate male and female dormitories each sleeping […]
Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you2 Thessalonians 3:1 Join us as we gather to pray for our church, our city, and our world. We’ll share a meal at 6:30 pm and then spend time praying from 6:45 - 7:30 pm.
“Therefore, let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe...” Hebrews 12:28 Gathering as the church to worship our Lord is one of the greatest privileges and responsibilities we have as Christians. But after a season when we were encouraged to isolate and keep our distance, has it now become the norm to find reasons to forsake gathering together before the throne of God as the […]
Bring your little ones for a time of indoor play, and enjoy coffee and conversation with other parents and caregivers! No registration is necessary, but you can join the Playgroup Email list here. Volunteers are needed. Learn more about volunteering with kids at Tenth.
