After nearly 200 years in New York City, the American Bible Society (ABS), a ministry devoted to translating and distributing of the Bible worldwide, is moving to Philadelphia. The move will give the organization a fresh start in the wake of several years of financial struggle. This summer the ABS plans to relocate to 401 Market Street, just steps from Independence Hall.
In addition to the ABS offices, the organization will transfer its world-famous Bible collection and rich archives to Philadelphia. ABS is also planning to open a Bible Discovery Center designed to attract foot traffic in one of America’s most historic cities.
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