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Beacon Church

A Presbyterian congregation on East Cumberland Street that describes itself as LGBTQIA+ affirming and family-friendly. It holds a worship service and a free community dinner on the first Sunday of each month.

  • Free
  • Newcomers welcome
  • Kids OK
  • Faith community: Protestant

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What they do

Come to the first-Sunday service and stay for the free dinner, volunteer through the Get Involved form, or ask about membership by email.

Who it is for

Who can join
Open to anyone
Faith
A faith community: Protestant
Who is there
All ages

When and where

Worship on the first Sunday of each month at 5 pm, with a free community dinner that same day.

Days
Sunday
Times
Evening

Church building

Address
2364 East Cumberland Street
Part of the city
River Wards

Your first visit

Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.

First step: Come to the 5 pm service on the first Sunday of the month, or email info@thewordatbeacon.org to ask about a visit before you come..

You can just show up. No sign up needed.

What to expect

The service runs about an hour and ten minutes and includes songs, Bible readings, a sermon, prayer, and weekly communion. The room is medium-sized, with pews in a half circle around the altar, and usually 10 to 15 people attend. Children stay for the whole service, with a children's lesson, activity bags, a playroom, and a nursery available. The dinner is free, and you may bring a dish to share if you like.

Tips for your first visit

  • When you arrive, you will be handed a bulletin that outlines the service.
  • Dress however you are comfortable, from formal to casual.
  • Bring a dish to share for the dinner if you like.
  • Children have their own lesson, a playroom, and a nursery, so families can plan around them.

Newcomer welcome

Welcoming to newcomers (4 out of 5). Why we say this: The church says visitors are welcome and explains what a first visit looks like, including a bulletin handed out on arrival..

Cost and commitment

Cost
Free. The first-Sunday community dinner is free. The page lists no fee for worship.

Access and languages

Wheelchair access
We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
Languages spoken
We do not know yet which languages are spoken.

Requirements

  • Children can take part with a parent.

How to reach them

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Sources and last check

Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.

Last checked by our team
October 8, 2026
Status
Active
Our confidence in this listing
Low
  • thewordatbeacon.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Schedule, Email, Status, Last sign of life
  • presbyphl.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Lead, Phone
  • thewordatbeacon.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, Cost, Requirements, First step, What to expect, First visit tips
  • thewordatbeacon.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: What they do

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