Philadelphia Church

People Connecting

 ... to God
... to one another
... to the world

Join us for worship:

Sundays at 10 a.m.
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.

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Upcoming Events

Fall Kickoff — Wednesday, September 9, 6 p.m.
Location: Lower Auditorium
Join us for food, games, and information about upcoming events!
Global Radio Outreach Comedy Night — Saturday, September 12, 7 p.m.
Location: Lower Auditorium
Our free annual comedy night will be held on September 12 at 7pm PST. You will be able to attend online or in person.
The livestream link will be posted here shortly before the event.
Brett Hollis, our featured comedian, delivers his comedy in his own unique, hilarious style. Brett keeps his comedy clean, which allows him to make everyone, no matter how old, roar with laughter.
Join us for this amazing event that will not only make you laugh but allow you the opportunity to be part of the Gospel going to the nations. 
Senior Lunch — Tuesday, September 15, 12:30 p.m.
Location: Lower Auditorium

All who are 50+ years old are invited to join us at 12:30 (doors open at 12:15) on Tuesday, September 15, for the fall opener Senior Lunch. Bring a friend and enjoy music, fellowship, a delicious meal, and a special message, “Dementia and Walking with God,” from Dr. Bomin Shim, professor of nursing at Seattle Pacific University.
Family Dinner, Youth Group, Kids Club, and Adult Class: “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” — Wednesday, September 16
Location: Lower Auditorium
5-6 p.m.: Family dinner
6:30 p.m.: Youth group, Kids Club, and adult class
PC’s 125th Anniversary Celebration — Sunday, September 20
Join us as we celebrate 125 years of God’s faithfulness to Philadelphia Church!
 
Schedule of Events
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10 a.m. | Morning Worship (Sanctuary)
Worship with us and hear an inspiring message from guest preacher Royle Johnson (son of former pastor Roy Johnson).
3 p.m. | Walk Down Memory Lane (Foyer)
Browse a curated display of photos, archives, and other treasures from PC’s rich history. We’ll even have vintage recordings playing live on an authentic turntable.
5 p.m. | Evening Service & Documentary (Sanctuary)
Join us again for a special evening worship service, when we will hear again from Royle Johnson and watch the premiere of our new documentary chronicling the history of Philadelphia Church from its day of small beginnings in 1901 to today.
6:30 p.m. | Food & Fellowship (Lower Auditorium)
Stay after the evening service for a time of shared food, fellowship, and celebration.

Help Us Spread the Word!
We would love to see as many generations of our church family as possible. Please share this invitation with former attenders, alumni, and friends of Philadelphia Church who might like to join us for this special event.

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Don’t Lose Heart

The Word of God tells us not to lose heart, for though outwardly we are wasting away, inwardly we are being renewed day by day (2 Corinthians 4:16).

So many things in life tear us down or hold us back from walking in our purpose. Many people quit before their destination is reached, or they allow circumstances to distract them from their focus.

God has given us all we need to be involved in all we do. So let’s remember that inwardly we are being renewed on a daily basis.

Come and join us and be ENCOURAGED in your walk, your decisions, and the part that you can play in helping others find hope in Christ Jesus.

For the Lamb,
Pastor Derek
Through the Valley: A story of God’s faithfulness 
Pastor Derek’s life suddenly changed on Christmas morning 2019, when he was admitted to Swedish Hospital and began a harrowing five-year journey that has touched lives all over the world.
In 2024, a small team from Philadelphia Church led by Pastor Derek Forseth and Randall Kollie traveled to Liberia to reconnect with and build upon a rich history of PC missions there that had begun in 1949. During that trip, Randall, with the help of Pastor Derek, founded Empower Young Minds, a nonprofit focused on education for underprivileged children.  

About PC

Read our story, which begins in 1901.
Philadelphia Church is a Spirit-filled, Full Gospel, Christian church located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, WA. We are a part of the Fellowship of Christian Assemblies. Join us for our Sunday morning service at 10 or for one of our weekly events. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.
Philadelphia Church street view 1973

Service Times

Sundays at 10 a.m.
Worship
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
Prayer Meeting
 Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Class, Worship, and Prayer | Youth Group | Kids Club
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