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MSGR. FEDERICO BRITTO

PASTOR’S CORNER

October 19 2025

 

May Jesus Christ the way to God’s eternal kingdom. Be with you!

           We are half way through the month of October. I encourage you to remember to take a moment, or two, to acknowledge God and to offer thanks to Him. Even if you are in the midst of challenges, take a moment to acknowledge Him in your presence.

      This Wednesday, our universal church will celebrate the Feast of St. John Paul II. He brings back memories for me. I served the Mass for him he celebrated Mass in Philadelphia. I’m also reminded of giving out Holy Communion during his Mass in Rome. When he declared Mother Katherine Drexel a Saint. Fr. Fisher can share his stories of Being ordained a priest by St. john Paul II in Rome. I was made a monsignor by St. John Paul II. This is a special day for the church and all who were affected by his presence and ministry.

      Our readings for today’s Mass reminds us to be persistent in prayer, faith, discipleship. And proclaiming God’s word. My we never stop telling people about Jesus. May we also witness in His name.

 

Peace and Blessings,

 Msgr. Britto

 

 

 

 

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MAINTENANCE FUND

Starting in September you will be getting a Maintenance Fund in your envelopes. All money collected for the Maintenance Fund will go towards any major repairs we need in the Parish.

SAINT KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH CENTER

OPEN 

      The Parish is now open for Church meetings, Office space rentals and meeting room rentals. If you would like to use the hall please contact the rectory.

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GOFUNDME

If you would like to donate to the Parish Center, direct donations can be made to our GoFund Me account or sent to the rectory at 636 N. 43rd St. Philadelphia, PA 19104

          TOTAL RAISED TO DATE: $76,387.00

PROGRESS REPORT:

  • New Roof

  • Exterior Wall Repaired

  • New Gutter

  • New Bathrooms

  • New Plumbing

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NEED TO KNOW

WEEKLY CALENDAR

OFFICE HOURS - 9AM TO 4PM Monday thru Thursday (CLOSED FRIDAYS)

MONDAY - LINE DANCE CLASS

6:00PM TO 7:30PM 

TUESDAY - FOOD PANTRY

10AM TO 12PM  - (Closed on Holidays and the 5th Tuesday of the Month)

ONLINE DONATIONS
PARISH GIVING
Click on Parish Giving button to pay your tithes online or make a donation to the Parish.

(You may Log In as a Return User, Create an Account or Give as a Guest.)

 

DOWNLOADS & LINKS

SACRAMENTS

 

Sunday Mass:  10:00 AM

Saint Ignatius Church

Weekday Mass: Monday, Wednesday and  Friday:

9:30 AM at St. Ignatius Nursing Home 

Holy Day Masses9:30 AM Saint Ignatius Nursing Home

7:00 PM Saint Ignatius Church

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Before Sunday Mass 9:15AM – 9:45 AM

or by appointment

Daily Intentions:

​Please Keep in Prayer those who are sick.

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PREP Program

Anyone who needs to  receive the  Sacraments of  Baptism or First Communion, please contact Janet Cosby at the rectory or email stignatius.dre@gmail.com

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HOME VISITS

Now that our staff is fully vaccinated and more parishioners have also received their vaccinations, the priests, deacon, and     seminarian will begin to visit homes to bring holy Communion to our shut-ins, and   blessing homes. If a homebound parishioner wishes to receive Holy Communion, and if any parishioners wish to have your home blessed, please call the rectory.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Flea Market

October 12th & 19th

11am to 2p

Vendor Fee $25 per table space.

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Catholic Women's Retreat​

October 18th 

Bus leaves at 7:45am

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Children's Halloween Party

October 26th

11:30 am to 1:30pm

All donations of candy and snacks can be dropped off at the rectory.

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​Community Meeting 

School Hall 

Nov. 3rd 7pm

Hosted by Christian Fellowship Community Church

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Family & Friend Bowling Party

November 8th

1:30pm to 3:30pm

Wynnewood Lanes

Ardmore, PA

Tickets $25 per adult and

$15 per child 12 and under

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Fr. Anthony Bozeman

25th Anniversary Celebration

November 16th

Praise and Worship 2pm

St. Ignatius Hall

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Boots on the Ground Cabaret

November 22nd

8pm to 12am

Tickets $15 and $20 at the door

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Christmas Pop-Up Village

December 7th

11am to 3pm

Vendor Fee $40 per table space.

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Holiday Raffle Drawing

Dec. 7th

Top Prize $1,000

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