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Epiphany works because so many people ensure that it works. There's a place for you — whatever your gifts, your time, your interest.

Pastoral Care

We Walk With You

We want to support our parishioners in all places in their common life. The clergy provide hospital visits, and a newly constituted lay pastoral care committee collects names of those in need and organizes outreach and prayer—distributing the care function across the body rather than leaving it solely to ordained leadership.

Our Lay Eucharistic Visitors also serve homebound and hospitalized parishioners, bringing communion and connection to those who cannot be with us on Sunday mornings.

Prayer requests are always welcome.

Submit a pastoral need or prayer request

Reach out to Fr. John directly. Whatever you're carrying, you don't need to carry it alone.

Email Fr. John

Get Involved

Find Your Place

Churches grow when they create accessible on-ramps for members to engage and serve. Here are some of the ways you can be part of what we're doing.

Worship Roles

Acolyte Youth acolytes assist at the altar and carry the cross.
Reader / Lector Read scripture lessons during worship services. Training provided.
Usher Welcome and seat worshippers, distribute bulletins, and assist with the offering.
Altar Guild Prepare the altar for worship — setting the table, arranging flowers, and caring for sacred vessels.
Welcomer Greet newcomers at the door and help them feel at home from the moment they arrive.

Ready to get involved?

Let us know which roles interest you and we'll connect you with the right people. No commitment required—just curiosity.

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Serve

Outreach Ministries

Epiphany has always been a church that shows up for its neighbors. Here's how we put our faith into action.

Wednesday Night Dinner Program

Every Wednesday at 6 pm, we serve a hot, nutritious dinner to anyone who needs one—feeding upwards of 200 food- and housing-insecure neighbors each week, supported by several dozen volunteers, many not parishioners but friends of the parish.

New York Presbyterian–Weill Cornell is a proud partner, offering monthly health screenings for our guests.

If interested in volunteering, please email info@epiphanynyc.org.

This is our flagship outreach ministry—the most tangible expression of the church's commitment to the margins, and a front door to our parish community.

Wednesday Night Dinner volunteers serving neighbors

Grow

Formation & Discipleship

We value serious theological education and a thorough equipping of our congregation—making disciples, not just attendees. Epiphany offers formation opportunities for every age and stage.

Adult formation class at Epiphany

Adult Formation

Sunday morning series exploring scripture, theology, and the life of faith. Past topics include the Psalms, early church theology, Isaiah, Nativity stories, and the Holy Sepulchre.

Our Walk in Love course offers 30 weeks of deep engagement with Episcopal identity and practice. Lenten prayer practices round out the year.

Sunday mornings

Children in the Christmas pageant

Children's Sunday School

For ages 3 through 10, our Sunday School runs concurrent with Sunday worship. Children explore the stories of our faith through age-appropriate lessons, crafts, and activities.

Led by Marilyn Castillo.

Sunday mornings during worship

Youth group outing for ice cream

Youth Group

One of the diocese's most popular adolescent youth groups. Meets Tuesday nights for fellowship, formation, and fun.

Our youth serve as acolytes, readers, and intercessors. They participate in stewardship and outreach — baking pies for the Wednesday Night Dinner, fundraising for community causes, and partnering with Church of the Heavenly Rest for Vacation Bible School.

Tuesday nights

Choir rehearsal at Epiphany

Prayer & Spiritual Growth

We are prioritizing more opportunities for prayer and spiritual growth in the year ahead. Watch this space for contemplative prayer groups, quiet days, and retreats.

Coming soon

Community

Community Life

Rooftop barbecues, trivia nights, songwriter rounds, and neighbors becoming family. Never be alone in NYC again.

Rooftop Barbecues

Gather on the roof for burgers, fellowship, and stunning city views.

Potluck Brunches

Bring a dish, share a meal, and linger over coffee after worship.

Walking Tours

Neighborhood walking tours led by Kelly Jones — exploring the history and stories of the Upper East Side.

Pumpkin Carving

An annual fall favorite for all ages.

Fun Runs

Lace up and join fellow parishioners for group runs through Central Park and the neighborhood.

The Wise Guys

Our bar trivia team. Come for the camaraderie, stay for the questionable team name.

Epiphany Arts

A distinct ministry centered around J Lind's Songwriter Rounds, held twice a year and drawing significant community attendance. A commitment to the arts as a vehicle for community and meaning-making.

Community life at Epiphany
Community life at Epiphany
Community life at Epiphany
Community life at Epiphany

Carter Burden Network

Epiphany partners with the Carter Burden Network to provide older adult services and a daily lunch program right here in our building. It's a partnership that strengthens our community and reflects our commitment to caring for our neighbors at every stage of life.

Your Next Step

Whether you're visiting for the first time or ready to dive in, we'd love to hear from you.