Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. will be the principal celebrant and homilist at the annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities.
The Eucharistic liturgy is sponsored by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Persons with Disabilities and the Deaf Apostolate, which recognizes the needs and gifts of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and facilitates their participation in the life of the Church and its faith community.
10:00 a.m. (Prelude)
10:30 a.m. (Mass)
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
The Bell Choir from Divine Providence Village will perform the prelude and the Roman Singers from Roman Catholic and Saint Hubert High Schools will provide the Liturgical music.
All are welcome to attend this special celebration, especially persons with disabilities, the deaf community, and families, friends, neighbors, and caregivers of those with disabilities. A light reception will be held immediately following Mass in the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center at 222 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA, located directly behind the Cathedral.
Editor’s Note: For more information please contact the Office for Persons with Disabilities at 215-587-3530. No mult-box feed will be available for media. Cameras will be permitted inside the Cathedral.
Contact
Stephanie Brophy
Associate Director of Communications
215-587-3747