Mass in Different Languages
Masses in Latin
Statement of Archbishop Pérez regarding Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter Traditionis custodes
click here to read the document published July 19, 2021
The Mass is celebrated according to the Roman Missal 1962 at the following parishes:
– Our Lady of Consolation, Philadelphia
– Our Lady of Lourdes, Philadelphia
– Saint Mary, Conshohocken
– Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Norristown
– The Shrine in Doylestown.
Formation of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lectors
The Office for Divine Worship moderates the training and appointment of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion for all institutions throughout the Archdiocese. All new Extraordinary Ministers, after selection by their pastor/chaplain, are expected to attend one of the Archdiocesan Training Sessions in addition to training on the local level. A pastor/chaplain should inform the Office for Worship if he conducts his own training session. Once the Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is properly trained, then a letter of appointment is sent in the name of the Archbishop by the Office for Worship. All parishes and institutions maintain their own records of active Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.
The Office for Divine Worship sponsors an annual workshop for coordinators of parish lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. Visit the Workshop Tab for further details.
Standardized Interpreter Schedule for the Cathedral
Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord, Christmas Vigil – December 24, 2024, at 5:00 pm
Celebration of the Passion of the Lord, Good Friday – April 18, 2025, at 3:00 pm
Easter Vigil – April 19, 2025, at 8:00 pm
Ordination of Transitional Deacons* – May 10, 2025, at 10:00 am
Ordination of Priests** – May 17, 2025, at 10:00 am
Ordination of Permanent Deacons*** – June 14, 2025, at 10:00 am
*Always second Saturday in May
**Always third Saturday in May
*** Always second Saturday in June
Deaf Apostolate website https://deafcatholicphilly.org/
New and Renovated Churches and Chapels
The Office for Divine Worship provides guidance for the liturgical arrangement and appointments for new and renovated churches and chapels.
