Important Announcements

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A fond farewell and best wishes to Father Cesar Izaguirre as he moves on to Saint Helena Parish and Saint Martin of Tours Parish. 

Father Cesar studied here as a seminarian, and as Parochial Administrator, his passionate dedication to St. Patrick Church began on day one.  His unflagging energy and creativity with ideas like his Parish Pasta Dinner put forth his talents, not only as an amateur chef, but more importantly as a unifying force, bringing our diverse congregation together in new ways.

His brought new friends to work, volunteer and worship with us, along with a wealth of solutions at the ready for the daily challenge of caring for a historical Church.  His warmth and enthusiasm resonated with parishioners and staff alike.

Father Cesar’s spirit shines brightly, and he will most certainly inspire people wherever he is called to serve, just as he has here for us at St. Pats.

We’ll miss you, Father!

Go Phils!

— EMK   

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Effective June 16:
 
Reverend Matthew D. Brody, from Pastor, Saint Richard Parish, Philadelphia, to Pastor, Saint Patrick Parish, Norristown.
 
Reverend Przemyslaw L. Rozestwinski, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Patrick Parish, Norristown
 
Reverend Cesar J. Izaguirre, from Parochial Administrator, Saint Patrick Parish, Norristown, to part time Parochial Vicar, Saint Helena Parish, Philadelphia, and part time Parochial Vicar, Saint Martin of Tours Parish, Philadelphia, with residence at Saint Martin of Tours

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Be sure to click here to read all of the latest communications and letters from Archbishop Nelsen Perez. 

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Catholic Social Services (AoP), along with several key Human Services organizations, has published an informational packet to help with questions regarding ICE and the recent changes to Immigration Policy.  Please read.

For legal help with immigration, you may also contact the Catholic Social Services website: https://cssimmigration.org/
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FROM JACK O’DOHERTY – DIRECTOR OF ESL PROGRAM
 
ATTENTION STUDENTS:  Please note the following:  ESL classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays are from 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
 
The children of St. Patrick’s Parish have CCD classes from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. ESL students are not permitted in the school until all CCD students are dismissed and out of the school.   This is Church policy.  ESL students cannot enter the building before 6:45pm and until all CCD students are out of the school.
 
No class for Thursday, April 10th, due to Confirmation and no class on Holy Thursday, April 17th.  
May 22nd is the last class day.  We will have a party on May 22 to celebrate the end of this semester.
 
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MASS INTENTION BOOK NEWS:
 
The 2025 Mass Intention book will open to our parishioners. Please pick up the form at the Parish Office on 703 Green Street OR complete the form for scheduled Masses found on the table in the gathering area of the church, and return it to the Parish Center Office.
 
Requests will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The stipend for scheduled Masses is $10.00 (weekday and weekends).
 
There is a limit of SEVEN Masses per Parishioners (three on weekends and four on weekdays) . We Do Not accept any telephone requests!
 
Thank you.
 

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Supporting our Parish and Church Preservation

We’re pleased to offer online giving for all Sunday and Special collections.  Follow the link or use the QR Code.

Second Collections  (Preserving St. Patrick Church for the Future) continue to support Church Improvement and restoration projects. 
 
Thanks again for your continued generosity!
 
Current Projects and Fundraisers:
 
Please visit this link for information on fundraising information, events and ways you can help.
 
Our parish community celebrated Father Cesar Monday night with a party in the parish hall in appreciation for all he did during his time with us. Father Cesar worked tirelessly for our church and our community, and we thank him for his hard work, dedication and commitment to St. Patrick Church and its parishioners. We will miss Father Cesar, but we are confident he will give his best efforts as parochial vicar for Saint Helena Parish and Saint Martin of Tours Parish, both in Philadelphia. Thank you, Father Cesar, for bringing your best to St. Pat’s.
 
 
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Mass Recordings 

We encourage public safety by offering Daily and Sunday Masses via the internet.  Live-streamed and recorded masses can be viewed via the links on this webpage or on our Facebook Page.

Sunday Mass

We are open with our regular Mass schedule for Saturday and Sunday–Saturday 4 pm English; 6 pm Spanish; Sunday 8 am Spanish; 10 am English; 12 pm Spanish. 
Masks are optional.  Please help to keep everyone safe and healthy by practicing good hygiene and staying home if sick.