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St. Peter’s Syriac Orthodox Cathedral, Philadelphia

was established in 1977. Since then our church has been growing tremendously with strong fellowship and true faith. St. Peter’s Jacobite church is the evidence of the living GOD and a unique place for worship, prayer and spiritual growth. We have many supporting faithful groups for different ages such as Sunday School, Youth League, Men’s Prayer Fellowship and Women’s League, all which encourage you to participate in our traditional worship.

St. Peters Syriac Orthodox Cathedral Church PA
OUR MISSION

We are a loving, inspiring and welcoming family living together the ways of Jesus.

Syriac Orthodox Faith – Practice the Traditions & True Antioch Faith as our forefathers.

Family Atmosphere – Provide the Foundation for Strong Family Values under GOD

Malankara Jacobites – Maintain the Culture & Traditions of our People from Kerala, India

Our parishioners are part of a strong community bonded by the love of god. Learn more about the latest and upcoming events happening in our church. 

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OUR SPIRITUAL FATHERS

Hierarchy of Syriac Orthodox Church consists of Our Patriarch, Our Catholicos and Our Arch Bishop.

Moran Mor Ignatius Aphrem II
H.H. Patriarch Moran Mor Ignatius Apphrem II
Our Patriarchose

The 123rd Patriarch of the See of Antioch & All the East adorning the Throne of St. Peter, the Chief of Apostles, and the Supreme Pontiff of the Universal Syrian Orthodox Church.

Catholicos Baselios Thomas I
H.B. Catholicos Mor Baselios Thomas I
Our Catholicos

The spiritual head of the Syrian Christians of India, In the Syrian Orthodox Church hierarchy, the Catholicos is second in rank to the supreme spiritual head, the Patriarch of Antioch.

Moran Mor Ignatius Zakka I
His Eminence Mor Titus Yeldho
Our Archbishop

His Holiness the Patriarch of Antioch and all the East Mor Ignatius Zakka I Iwas ordained Very Rev. Ramban Yeldho Pathickal as the Archbishop and Patriarchal Vicar of the Malankara Archdiocese in North America.

OUR MISSION

We are a loving, inspiring and welcoming family living together the ways of Jesus

Syriac Orthodox Faith – Practice the Traditions & True Antioch Faith as our forefathers.

 

Malankara Jacobites – Maintain the Culture & Traditions of our People from Kerala, India

Family Atmosphere – Provide the Foundation for Strong Family Values under GOD

UPCOMING EVENT
EXTRAVAGANZA 2023

Enjoy a wide variety of kerala style homemade cuisine, American cuisine and 5-star Thattukada dishes. We have organized amazing games for Kids and Adults to play and win exciting prices. Don’t miss out on this opportunity.

For any queries, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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OUR MINISTRIES

We believe that we exist not for ourselves, but as an extension of God; we are now the physical presence of Jesus Christ in the world. We define ourselves faithful service to the needs of the community.  Our Ministries constitutes our DNA and defines who we are.

ST. MARY's WOMEN's LEAGUE
A Spiritual Organization derived to enhance and enlighten the spiritual and social growth of women who seek to promote Christian values within our families and the community at large.
ST. PAUL'S MENS FELLOWSHIP​
A Spiritual Organization playing a dynamic role in the spiritual sustenance among men in our community by actively participating at Prayer Meetings, Sunday School and in various other programs.
ST. PETER'S YOUTH CLUB (SPYC)
Founded in February of 1997 to bring the youths (ages 13 - 25) of St. Peter's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church together into one cohesive unit.

ST. PETER'S SUNDAY SCHOOL

A Spiritual Organization playing a crucial role in taking care of the spiritual development of the children by bringing them up in the knowledge and fellowship of Jesus Christ and His Church.

OTHER SPIRITUAL GROUPS

ALTAR ASSISTANTS

Our Church is Blessed with dedicated Devotional Participants who make the day-to-day Operations in the Altar a great success. Read more

CHURCH CHOIR

Our choir is an integral part of our worship leading the Church through their service by making more devotional and melodious songs. Read more

CHURCH COORDINATORS

With various demanding operations like Prayer Meetings, Ecumenical, Carol, Family Night, Food Committee, Webmasters etc., we have multiple  coordinators. Read more

NEWS FROM DIOCESE

Learn more about the latest news from malankara.com

35th Annual Youth & Family Conf.

28 Jan 2024

2024 National Lenten Retreat

05 Jan 2024

2023 Christmas Message

25 December 2023

Meet our Church Office Bearers, elected by members of the Church Committee for the current year. They play an essential role in the operation and management of a church.

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