About Church of the Incarnation
Church of the Incarnation is a Catholic Episcopal church in New York located at 209 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016. Church of the Incarnation was founded in 1865. As of April 2026, Church of the Incarnation holds a 4.9-star rating across 36 Google reviews. The Church of the Incarnation parish office answers at (212) 689-6350.
The Church of the Incarnation is a diverse Episcopal parish located in the heart of Manhattan near the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and the Morgan Library.
Our congregation reflects the revived Murray Hill neighborhood that is increasingly popular with young professionals. At the same time, members commute to church from every part of Manhattan, as well as from the other boroughs, Westchester, Dutchess and Fairfield counties, and urban and rural areas of New Jersey.
Worship in traditional and contemporary forms (perhaps the most wide-ranging set of options in the city), intellectual exploration, and practical application of Christian principles characterize our parish."
Church of the Incarnation, Episcopal (Manhattan)
The Church of the Incarnation is a historic Episcopal church at 205–209 Madison Avenue at the northeast corner of 35th Street in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. The church was founded in 1850 as a chapel of Grace Church located at 28th Street and Madison. In 1852, it became an independent parish, and in 1864–1865 the parish built its own sanctuary at its current location.
Church of the Incarnation through the years
- 1865 Founded
- July 8, 1982 Added to the National Register
When does Church of the Incarnation hold services?
Church of the Incarnation publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 8 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM. All times are local to New York City, NY.
- Wednesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Thursday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Friday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 8 AM–12:30 PM
- Monday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
Where is Church of the Incarnation located?
Church of the Incarnation is located at 209 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016. The building sits at coordinates 40.74862, -73.98206, placing it in New York City, NY 10016.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Centerpark East 38th Street Parking Garage 748 ft
- Public paid parking 866 ft
- 132 East 35th Street Garage LLC 866 ft
- Public paid parking 883 ft
- Centerpark East 39th Street Parking Garage 899 ft
- Starbucks · coffee_shop 154 ft
- Cinico Coffee Company · coffee_shop 154 ft
- Toledo · spanish 377 ft
- The Dunes Club · moroccan 400 ft
- Royal 35 Steakhouse · steak_house 420 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around Church of the Incarnation
The ZIP code 10016 area around Church of the Incarnation is home to 54,369 residents with a median household income of $145,864 and a median age of 33.3 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Church of the Incarnation
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Church of the Incarnation on the National Register of Historic Places
Church of the Incarnation is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 82003371, added to the Register on July 8, 1982.
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Churches sharing the architectural tradition of Church of the Incarnation
5 other US churches in the Gothic Revival tradition are indexed in Churches List.
- Cathedral of Christ the King Atlanta, GA · est. 1939
- Sweetest Heart of Mary Detroit, MI
- St. Francis of Assisi New York, NY · est. 1892
- St. Mary Basilica Natchez, MS · est. 1882
- Most Blessed Sacrament Detroit, MI · est. 1915
Churches founded the same year as Church of the Incarnation
4 other churches with a documented founding year of 1865 are indexed in Churches List.
- St. Monica Philadelphia, PA
- Saint Matthew Episcopal Church Toledo, OH
- Community Church of New York New York City, NY
- St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Toledo, OH
Your Sunday at Church of the Incarnation
Church of the Incarnation by the numbers
Questions and answers about Church of the Incarnation
- What denomination is Church of the Incarnation?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at Church of the Incarnation?
- Published hours: Wednesday 9 AM–4 PM, Thursday 9 AM–4 PM, Friday 9 AM–4 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday 8 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 9 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM
- What is the phone number for Church of the Incarnation?
- You can reach the parish at (212) 689-6350.
- Where is Church of the Incarnation located?
- The parish is located at 209 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016.
- When was Church of the Incarnation founded?
- Founded in 1865.
- Is Church of the Incarnation on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 82003371, added July 8, 1982.
- How do visitors rate Church of the Incarnation?
- 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 36 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of Church of the Incarnation?
- Church of the Incarnation is a Gothic Revival architecture building, designed by David and John Jardine.
Photographs of Church of the Incarnation
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