The two historic Philadelphia churches are preparing for one of the most important and busiest weeks in Christian liturgical calendar even as they try to rebuild.
“Our community has been displaced, but it hasn’t been disbanded,” said Rev. Adam Hearlson of Overbrook Presbyterian Church.It was an accident, according the Philadelphia Fire Department, and while no one was injured, the blaze ripped through the 135-year-old sanctuary ofAfter a devastating blaze, Overbrook Presbyterian Church has found a community of generosity to help it recover
Although no one was injured, the historic church, which was established in 1862, did sustain substantial damage. The fire was contained to the basement mechanical room but smoke and soot covered the entire interior of the building.“There is a long road ahead for our recovery efforts,” Hynicka said.
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