The Episcopal Church
Welcomes You
Our Presiding Bishop
28th Presiding Bishop & Primate
The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe was elected presiding bishop and primate of The Episcopal Church in June 2024 and took office on Nov. 1 for a nine-year term. In this role, he serves as the church’s chief pastor and CEO. Known for his expertise in organizational learning and adaptive change, Rowe is committed to strengthening support for local ministry and mission.
He was ordained bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2007 after serving as rector of St. John’s in Franklin, Pennsylvania, for seven years. From 2014 to 2018, he served as bishop provisional of the Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem, and from 2019 to 2024, he led a partnership between the Episcopal Dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York.
Rowe holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Grove City College, a Master of Divinity degree from Virginia Theological Seminary, and a doctorate in organizational learning and leadership from Gannon University. He has served as a leader of many civic and churchwide organizations and governance bodies, and as parliamentarian for the House of Bishops.

The Immanuel Playgroup is currently on hiatus.
For more information, please contact Mary Davis.
Children are an important part of our parish life and we take Christian formation for our youngest members quite seriously. From infants and toddlers, through high school seniors, we offer nurturing environments, with loving and dedicated adult leadership and strong parental commitment. From church school to youth groups, children of all ages are encouraged to participate fully in our parish life.
Please call ahead and let the office know if you need nursery or Sunday School arrangements, and we will be happy to accommodate you! The office is open on Monday, 9:00 am–4:00 pm; and Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00 am–3:00 pm.
Whoever receives a little child in the name of Christ receives Christ himself.– Book of Common Prayer
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