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MSGR. FEDERICO BRITTO

PASTOR’S CORNER

December 28, 2025

 

May Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of Mary who is the way to eternal life, be with you!

           The year 2025 is now history. This past year was filled with a roller coaster of events. Thanks be to God, our strong faith, and trust, in a good God, we were able to blow through this past year. As we enter into this new year, we continue to rely on our faith, trusting in God, and remain steadfast in hope. We rely on God’s grace and guidance as we journey in this year of 2026.

I want to take this opportunity to thank every parishioners for your stewardship to our parish, for your unwavering faith, and your fellowship with  each other. Every parish event planned, many of our parishioners supported it. Your encouragement, and concern, for fellow parishioners in is a demonstration of your Discipleship in Mission. Your prayers, energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to do whatever for our parish is commendable. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as Pastor, Shepherd, and Leader of our parish. I took forward to the journey that this new year will take us. Thank you for who you are and how your represent our parish wherever you go.

Today, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mar y and Joseph. We hear in today’s scripture practical guidance and wonderful inspiration regarding treating those closes to us. We pray though the intercession, of the Holy Family for their guidance and eternal protection.

     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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Christmas Eve Mass 7pm, Christmas Day Mass 10am,

New Years Eve mass 7pm @ St. Cyprian, New Years Day Mass 10am @ St. Ignatius

 

Feb. 1st Souper Bowl Sunday

Food Pantry Fundraiser featuring Homemade soups and Chilis. Starting at $5 per bowl. All Monies go towards the Food Pantry.

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Feb. 15th

Friends & Family Laser tag Extravaganza!

12pm to 2pm 

School Hall $20pp Ages 6 and up!

Light Refreshments and Beverages included.

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April 11th Mystery Dinner Theater 

Lancaster, PA 

Cost $125pp

First $50 Deposit Due Jan. 11th

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Save the Date Sight and Sound Trip to see "Joshua"

Cost. $195pp.

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Save the Date June 13th

Bus Trip to Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Cost $65pp includes box lunch, ticket and transportation. 

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