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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 poor should never be treated poorly.”
Founder and executive director, Brother Ronald Giannone, OFM Cap.
Serving the needy is an important part of the outreach ministry at Immanuel. One of the key ways members do so is by participating in the Emmanuel Dining Room programs through the Ministry of Caring in Wilmington, Delaware. A hot meal, fellowship, and kind words are provided to any guest who appears at the door.
We serve Emmanuel Dining Room South at Rogers Road on the third Monday of the month, and have for over 45 years. Volunteers help prepare and serve around 120 lunches at Rogers Road.
Immanuel's volunteers are responsible for preparing meatball sandwiches, vegetables, fruit, and a dessert for all guests, who are served at their tables by volunteers from local corporations and people doing community service.
It's about a three-and-a-half hour commitment, once or twice a month, however, if your time is limited help during the main lunch hour of 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. is also welcomed. It's also a way to open our hearts and nourish as Christ Himself did, without judgment or questions, to those who most need it.
If you're interested in participating, please speak to Bob Irwin or contact the parish office.
You can learn more about Emmanuel Dining Room and the Ministry of Caring here.
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