In honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, we will celebrate the annual Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 12:00 Noon, in front of the church, rain or shine.

2022 ARCHDIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE
National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Washington, DC
in honor of
OUR LADY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2022

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Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will be the principal celebrant and homilist with Most Reverend Edward M. Deliman, Retired Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia and Vicar for Hispanic Ministry, as concelebrant.

The gathering will begin with a retreat at 8:00 a.m. at Saint Peter the Apostle Parish Hall, 1039 North Lawrence Street. There will be a procession to the church at 10:30 AM and Mass will begin at 11:00 AM. The day will conclude with lunch at 1:00 p.m. The retreat will be led by Father Gus Puleo, a member of the Archdiocesan Hispanic Ministry Apostolate and Professor at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary.

Representatives from 37 parishes and 2 worship sites in the Archdiocesan Hispanic Apostolate will represent their countries of origin by wearing traditional garments during the opening procession of the Mass. The Hispanic Chorale of Philadelphia, under the direction of Ms. Damaris Thillet, will provide musical selections in Caribbean and other Hispanic rhythms. The group is composed of musicians and singers from throughout the Archdiocese.

All are invited to attend. Participants are encouraged to dress in the traditional attire of their countries of origin.  Lunch will be included.

Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding Devastation Caused by Hurricane Ian

Residents along the Florida coast have been bracing for Hurricane Ian for some time. Yesterday afternoon, it made landfall. As in Cuba, Ian wrought havoc claiming innocent lives and obliterating homes and businesses in its path. Along with all people of good will, I am deeply saddened by the images of the devastation and the heartbreaking losses suffered by our brothers and sisters in Christ.

In the name of the people of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I pray that God will bring comfort to those in mourning, protect the first responders seeking to aid those in harm’s way, and pour His mercy upon those affected by this natural disaster.

The storm is far from over and unfortunately projected to cause more severe damage. The forthcoming relief and clean up efforts will be monumental in the coming weeks and months. Please be a beacon of hope for those in need by supporting relief efforts.

Called to Service – The Permanent Diaconate 09.2022 (2160p).mp4 from Office of Permanent Deacons on Vimeo.

The Designer Bag Bingo scheduled for October 15th has been cancelled.

We are grateful to everyone who showed their support for our Parish by purchasing tickets. Refunds will be issued to all those who have purchased tickets.

May God bless our parishioner, Brendan Tufo, who was invited to perform the duties of Altar Server for the 9:30 AM Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. Brennie was joined at the Cathedral by his proud mother, Dianne, and his brothers, Joe, Vinny, and Marsi.

Monsignor McCormac speaks with Father Dominic Winter!