Commemorating the rich heritage, diversity, and contributions of the Hispanic Catholic Community to the Church in Philadelphia
As part of its commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will hold the 16th Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass. Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Most Reverend Edward M. Deliman, Retired Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia and Vicar for Hispanic Ministry, will concelebrate.
Hispanic Heritage Mass
Saturday, October 1, 2022
10:30 a.m. (Procession)
11:00 a.m. (Mass)
Saint Peter the Apostle Church
1019 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
The gathering will begin with a retreat at 8:00 a.m. at Saint Peter the Apostle Parish Hall, 1039 North Lawrence Street, and will conclude with lunch at 1:00 p.m. The retreat will be led by Father Gus Puleo, a member of the Archdiocesan Hispanic Ministry Apostolate and Professor at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary.
Representatives from 37 parishes and 2 worship sites in the Archdiocesan Hispanic Apostolate will represent their countries of origin by wearing traditional garments during the opening procession of the Mass. The Hispanic Chorale of Philadelphia, under the direction of Ms. Damaris Thillet, will provide musical selections in Caribbean and other Hispanic rhythms. The group is composed of musicians and singers from throughout the Archdiocese.
The Hispanic Heritage Mass commemorates the heritage and rich diversity of the Hispanic Catholic community in the Philadelphia region. Participants are encouraged to dress in the traditional attire of their countries of origin. All are invited to attend. Lunch will be included.
The Mass is sponsored by the Office for Hispanic Catholics.
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Editor’s Note: For more information, please contact Kathia Arango, Director of the Office for Hispanic Catholics, at 215-667-2820.
Contact:Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747 (office)