Cathedral of St. Paul

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We are an open and inclusive Episcopal church. Our worship draws us together following our Episcopal tradition and strengthens us to do the work of seeking justice, caring for creation, nurturing reconciliation, and spreading peace in the city of Erie. The Cathedral of St. Paul is part of the Episcopal Church and the Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania.

We are a place of belonging. Whether you are young or old, married or single, straight or gay, rich or poor; whether your faith is strong or weak, clear or uncertain, whether you are seeking or whether you have found, we welcome you.

We gather for activities in the community, to serve, to engage in study, and to enjoy one another.

Our faith calls us to engage our city. We focus on partnering with organizations in Erie to work for justice, peace, and right in the city. Together with St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, we work with numerous community partners, from schools to local neighborhood associations. We help with homeless shelters, feeding programs, holiday drives, advocacy groups, peace teams, and more. Christ calls us to serve; service is central to our mission.

Worship times

Sunday

8:00 am

English

Worship is Eucharistic, drawn from either the Book of Common Prayer or Enriching our Worship. This service does not have sung music, making it quieter.

Sunday

10:00 am

English

Worship includes the choir and is a Eucharistic Rite from either the Book of Common Prayer or Enriching our Worship. People wear all levels of clothing to worship, from jeans to business casual. Children are welcome in worship, and we also offer nursery and children's chapel.

Volunteer opportunities

Ongoing commitment opportunities

Erie Episcopal provides meals to 150-200 people on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Please join us at the Cathedral starting at 10:00 A.M. We prepare sandwiches and pack bags that are distributed to various agencies, local parks, and homeless camps throughout the city. If you are interested in helping or would like to know more, please contact us.

All are welcome at Emmaus Soup Kitchen – no questions asked. They serve a nutritious, hot meal 5 days a week to over 200 guests who range in age from infants to seniors. Some are homeless; many live in single rooms with no cooking facilities. All who come need something Emmaus has to offer – nourishment for the body and care for the soul. Erie Episcopal volunteers on the last Wednesday of each month. Help is needed serving the meal and cleaning up. Volunteers are currently needed from 3:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Work includes light food prep and serving.

Erie Episcopal partners with the Charter School of Excellence to provide meals monthly and does a variety of seasonal outreach, from coat drives to prom dresses. This team is always looking for volunteers.

Members of Erie Episcopal volunteer each week with both Catholic Charities resettlement programs and USCRI in Erie. Volunteers help with donations; help settle apartments and more. Additionally, Erie Episcopal volunteers assist with the English as a second language classes by being conversation partners. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us.

Lastly, every Friday, the Cathedral hosts a food pantry in association with Second Harvest Food Bank, If you are interested in volunteering, the Cathedral can use folks on Fridays to assist clients from 9am-12pm, but also to set-up and take down the tables.