History; Statements and Letters. Reverend John M. Gibbons, Pastor, Sacred Heart Parish, Allentown and Parochial Administrator, Immaculate Conception Parish, Allentown to Pastor, Immaculate Conception Parish, Allentown; while remaining Pastor, Sacred Heart Parish, Allentown. archbishop, Photo Feature: Ash Wednesday at the Cathedral Basilica, 2021-2022 Audited Financial Statements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Archives of The Catholic Standard and Times. All of them strive to promote the Kingdom of Christ and the sanctification of the souls. Bishop announces clergy assignments, retirements Home . Father Edward Gonzales as parochial vicar of Holy Trinity Church in Stone Oak. . Effective June 8, 2021. 2021, Reverend Brian T. Connolly, from Parochial Vicar, Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Warminster, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Helena Parish, Blue Bell, Reverend Angelo J. Hernandez, from Parochial Vicar, Holy Innocents Parish, Philadelphia, to Parochial Vicar, Saint John Bosco Parish, Hatboro, Reverend Cesar Izaguirre-Gonzalez, from Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Grace Parish, Penndel, to Parochial Vicar, Queen of the Universe Parish, Levittown, Reverend Patrick J. Muka, from Parochial Vicar, Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Parish, North Wales, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Patrick Parish, Norristown, Reverend Paschal U. Onunwa, from Parochial Vicar, pro tem, Saint Bernadette Parish, Drexel Hill, to part-time Parochial Vicar, Saint Bernadette Parish, Drexel Hill, and part-time Parochial Vicar, Saint Mary Magdalen Parish, Media, Reverend Ephrem Reese, O.P., to Parochial Vicar, Saint Patrick Parish, Philadelphia, effective June 1, 2021, Reverend Jeffrey M. Rott, from Parochial Administrator, Saint Laurence Parish, Upper Darby, to Parochial Vicar, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, Plymouth Meeting, Reverend Quan H. Tran, from Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Morton, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Jude Parish, Chalfont, Reverend Stephen D. Thorne, from Pastor, Saint Martin de Porres Parish, Philadelphia, to Independent Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership in Urban Settings, for a period of one year, with residence at Nativity B.V.M. Effective June 8, 2021. 2021, Reverend Brian T. Connolly, from Parochial Vicar, Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Warminster, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Helena Parish, Blue Bell, Reverend Angelo J. Hernandez, from Parochial Vicar, Holy Innocents Parish, Philadelphia, to Parochial Vicar, Saint John Bosco Parish, Hatboro, Reverend Cesar Izaguirre-Gonzalez, from Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Grace Parish, Penndel, to Parochial Vicar, Queen of the Universe Parish, Levittown, Reverend Patrick J. Muka from Parochial Vicar, Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Parish, North Wales, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Patrick Parish, Norristown, Reverend Paschal U. Onunwa, from Parochial Vicar, pro tem, Saint Bernadette Parish, Drexel Hill, to part-time Parochial Vicar, Saint Bernadette Parish, Drexel Hill, and part-time Parochial Vicar, Saint Mary Magdalen Parish, Media, Reverend Ephrem Reese, O.P., to Parochial Vicar, Saint Patrick Parish, Philadelphia, effective June 1, 2021, Reverend Jeffrey M. Rott, from Parochial Administrator, Saint Laurence Parish, Upper Darby, to Parochial Vicar, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, Plymouth Meeting, Reverend Quan H. Tran, from Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Morton, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Jude Parish, Chalfont, Reverend Stephen D. Thorne, from Pastor, Saint Martin de Porres Parish, Philadelphia, to Independent Graduate Studies in Educational Leadership in Urban Settings, for a period of one year, with residence at Nativity B.V.M. In addition, Archbishop Prez has appointed Reverend David Friel to succeed Father DeLacy as the new Director of the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood. Copyright 2022. Reverend Martin F. Kern, Pastor, Saint Columbkill Parish, Boyertown to Pastor, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Bethlehem. Father Alberto Marin as pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Immaculate Conception Church, and St. Alphonsus Church, all in San Antonio. The calling to serve God in a particular way to aid in His divine plan for the salvation of souls, How do you know if God is calling you to the priesthood? May 17, 2021. Reverend Bernard J. Ezaki, Parochial Vicar, Saint Jane Frances de Chantal Parish, Easton to Parochial Vicar, Notre Dame of Bethlehem Parish, Bethlehem; while remaining Chaplain, Kolbe Academy, Bethlehem. Father Emmanuel Mandona, CICM, as parochial vicar of Our Lady of Grace Church in La Coste (until Dec. 31, 2021, in addition to his assignment as parochial vicar of St. Louis Church in Castroville.). Pynadath, Rev. Effective June 8, 2021. Email our general mailbox, and we will forward your message to the correct office. Joseph & Paul Parish in Owensboro, Chaplain at Owensboro Catholic High School, and Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Owensboro. Reverend Robert T. Finlan, Pastor, Holy Guardian Angels Parish, Reading to Pastor, Saint John XXIII Parish, Tamaqua and Pastor, Saint Richard Parish, Barnesville. Catholics dispensation on St. Patricks Day, meat can go on the table, Photo Feature: Ash Wednesday at the Cathedral Basilica, Archdiocese hosts inaugural Lenten retreat for families with children with disabilities, 2020-2021 Audited Financial Statements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Archives of The Catholic Standard and Times. Michael Charles, Parochial Vicar, St. Stephen Cathedral in Owensboro. Father Prasanna Mese as pastor of St. Paul Parish in San Antonio. Read about the District development and exhortations from the superior himself. Timothy C. Danek is appointed Pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Auburn, and St. Clara Parish in Peru. A $20 gift lets us obtain solid faith formation resources that can deepen your spirituality and knowledge of the faith. Father Gorman will continue to reside at Saint John Paul II Parish, Philadelphia, Reverend Dennis J. W. ODonnell, Director, Holy Redeemer Health System. Fr. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. . Pastor, Saint Bartholomew Parish, Philadelphia, effective March 12, 2022. . Effective June 8, 2021. Reverend John S. Pendzick, Pastor, Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Whitehall to Pastor, Saint Thomas More Parish, Allentown. Additional information regarding both announcements can be foundhere. Peter and Paul Church in New Braunfels. Thank you in advance! %PDF-1.5 % Archbishop Nelson J. Prez announces the following appointments effective as noted. Written publications of the SSPX can keep you up to date with what is happening in the Society, Copyright 2022 SSPX Society of Saint Pius X. Williams, Rev. Your gift will strengthen the fabric of our entire Catholic community and sustain CatholicPhilly.com as your trusted news source. Reverend Richard C. Brensinger, Parochial Administrator, Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, Allentown to Pastor, Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, Allentown. Reverend Monsignor John J. Martin, Pastor, Saint Peter Parish, Coplay to PastorEmeritus, Saint Peter Parish, Coplay. Clergy Appointments 2021. Reverend Ronald J. Minner, Pastor, Holy Cross Parish, New Philadelphia to Pastor, Immaculate Conception Parish, Jim Thorpe. 'https:' : 'http:') + '//cse.google.com/cse.js?cx=' + cx; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(gcse, s); })(); Most Reverend Nelson J. Prez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, announces the following appointments effective as noted: Reverend Scottston Brentwood, O. de M., from Parochial Vicar, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Philadelphia, to Parochial Administrator, pro tem, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Philadelphia, effective November 9, 2021, Reverend Brian M. Kean, to Parochial Administrator, pro tem, Queen of the Universe Parish, Levittown, while continuing as Assistant Vicar for Clergy, effective November 12, 2021, Reverend Jeffrey M. Rott, to Parochial Administrator, pro tem, Saint Titus Parish, Norristown, while continuing as Parochial Vicar, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, Plymouth Meeting, effective November 2, 2021, Reverend Efren V. Esmilla, from Parochial Administrator, pro tem, Saint Martin of Tours Parish, Philadelphia, to Pastor, Saint Martin of Tours Parish, Philadelphia, while continuing as Pastor, Saint James Parish, Elkins Park, effective October 12, 2021, Father Esmilla will continue to reside at Saint James Rectory, Reverend Jason E. Buck, to Chaplain, Catholic Committee on Scouting, while continuing as School Minister, Archbishop Ryan High School, Philadelphia, effective September 23, 2021, Reverend G. Dennis Gill, to Parochial Administrator, pro tem, Saint Andrew Parish, Philadelphia, while continuing as Director, Office for Divine Worship, and Rector, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, effective September 10, 2021, Reverend Michael G. Mullan, from Parochial Vicar, Saint Joseph Parish, Aston, to Parochial Administrator, Queen of the Universe Parish, Levittown, effective October 29, 2021, Reverend John F. Wackerman, from Pastor, Queen of the Universe Parish, Levittown, to Parochial Vicar, Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish, Glenside, effective October 29, 2021, Reverend David A. Father Jorge Campos as pastor of Our Lady of Grace Church; Our Lady of Sorrows Church; and St. Peter, Prince of the Apostles Church; all in San Antonio. as administrator of Our Lady of Grace Church in La Coste (until Dec. 31, 2021, in addition to his assignment as pastor of St. Louis Church in Castroville and archdiocesan vicar . Pastor/Administrator. Priests can be reassigned for a number of reasons, including openings due to retirements, requests from clergy members, professional development of priests, and the need for a specific skill or talent that is a good match for a certain ministry. 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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Additional Key Leadership Appointments to Further Its New Model for Ministry and Evangelization With Youth and Young Adults - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Archdiocese of Philadelphia Skip to page content 215-587-3500 Archbishop Prez Offices All Offices Black Catholics Catechetical Formation Parish, Philadelphia, Reverend Monsignor Kenneth P. McAteer, Saint Ephrem Parish, Bensalem The following assignments are effective June 15, 2021, unless otherwise noted. What does the SSPX want to achieve? Effective July 1, 2021, the Most Reverend Donald E. DeGrood has decreed the following appointments which relieve the following priests from assigned ministry and thus permit them to retire: Reverend Jerome Kopel, from Pastor of Sacred Heart, Gettysburg and St. Pius X, Onida, to Senior Priest. By your donation in any amount, you and hundreds of other people become part of our mission to inform, form in the Catholic faith and inspire the thousands of readers who visit every month. A $50 gift enables us to cover a news event in a local parish, school or Catholic institution. Reverend Joseph S. Ganser,Parochial Vicar, Saint Paul Parish, Reading; Parochial Vicar, Saint Joseph Parish, Reading; and Chaplain, Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center, Reading to Parochial Vicar, Sacred Heart Parish, West Reading; Parochial Vicar, Holy Rosary Parish, Reading; and Chaplain, Tower Health Reading Hospital, Reading. Base pay and allowances are increased as follows: Paul Wirth, Communications Director Reverend G. Jose Kochuparambil, Parochial Administrator, Most Blessed Trinity Parish, Tremont to Pastor, Most Blessed Trinity Parish, Tremont. Father Francisco Ramirez, OFM Cap., as pastor of St. Joseph Church-South San. Almost 50 years of tremendous growth despite weaknesses, failures, opposition and set backs, Who was Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre? Reverend Dr. John A. Krivak, Pastor, Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Catasauqua to Pastor, Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish, Hellertown. Father Friel served as the Parochial Vicar, Saint Anselm Parish in Northeast Philadelphia (June 2011- June 2016); Chaplain, Catholic Committee on Scouting (July 2013- June 2016); and Priest Vocation Coordinator for the North Vicariate (August 2013-June 2016). Reverend William J. Chiriaco, from Faculty, Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown, to School Minister, Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown, effective July 1, 2021. Synod 2021-2023 . hbbd``b`$ NI .` R7MMv L l Prayerful consideration and discernment is needed, The training and support of a Priest. Father Victor Valdez as pastor of St. Rose of Lima Church in San Antonio. Effective June 8, 2021. Az Cuc, Rev. 222 N. 17th Street . Father Friel was ordained to the priesthood by Cardinal Justin Rigali, then Archbishop of Philadelphia, on May 21, 2011. A $50 gift enables us to cover a news event in a local parish, school or Catholic institution. Deacon Diaz has been granted deacon faculties in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and will remain in formation at the Vincentian Theologate De Andreis House while he prepares for his expected ordination to the priesthood next year. Monsignor Vogan is retiring and will reside at Saint Denis Parish, Havertown, Reverend John E. Calabro, Parochial Vicar with the status of Senior Priest, Saint Monica Parish, Philadelphia, and Pastor Emeritus, Annunciation B.V.M. Those that are of interest to the Turner Publishing circulation area are: The Rev. Reverend William J. Chiriaco, from Faculty, Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown, to School Minister, Bishop Shanahan High School, Downingtown, effective July 1, 2021. Avon, effective May 10. A publication reflecting 40 years of restoring all things in Christ. Diocese of Allentown Read our bi-monthly magazine publication featuring several topics under a common theme. Dillard, Rev. Father Jean Baptiste Zabusu from administrator to pastor of St. John the Evangelist Church in San Antonio. Very Reverend Thomas P. Bortz, V.F., Pastor, Saint Ignatius of Loyola Parish, Sinking Spring also to Pastor, Saint Francis de Sales Parish, Robesonia. Father Binoj Jose Elukkunnel, HGN, as parochial vicar of Our Lady of Grace Church, Our Lady of Sorrows Church, and St. Peter Prince of the Apostles in San Antonio. News / Official updated clergy assignments for 2021. Read about who resides there and the administrative functions that are accomplished, See a list of SSPX chapels in the US District: their contact information and Mass schedules, See a list of SSPX schools in the US District: their contact information and the grade levels taught in each school, See a list of Retreat Centers in the US District with addresses and phone numbers. Most Reverend Nelson J. Prez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, announces the following appointments effective December 12, 2022, unless otherwise noted: PASTOR Reverend Charles Zlock, from Pastor, Saint Monica Parish, Berwyn, to Pastor, Saint Raymond of Penafort Parish, Philadelphia PAROCHIAL ADMINISTRATORS A $20. Chief Communications Officer CatholicPhilly.com Catholics dispensation on St. Patricks Day, meat can go on the table, Watch Video | Speaking of Hope with Archbishop Prez: Catholic Relief Services, Culture Project: A Q&A with Nicky Orozco, assistant team leader, Get to know Dr. Brooke Cortese Tesche, new superintendent of high schools, schools of special education, Archdiocese breaks ground on senior affordable housing in Southwest Philly. The gift of the priesthood has brought me many adventures, I thank Archbishop Chaput and all those withwhom I worked with in my role as Vocation Director, said Father DeLacy. The final list of new priest assignments for 2017-18 has been announced. Please join in the church's vital mission of communications by offering a gift in whatever amount that you can a single gift of $40, $50, $100, or more, or a monthly donation. Reverend Kevin J. Bobbin, Parochial Vicar, Notre Dame of Bethlehem Parish, Bethlehem to Parochial Administrator, Saint John the Baptist Parish, Pottsville and Chaplain, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary High School, Pottsville. A $20 gift lets us obtain solid faith formation resources that can deepen your spirituality and knowledge of the faith. #supportcatholicphilly a[href*="acceptiva"]:hover {background-color: #07269f;border-style: solid;border-width: 2px;border-top-color: #444;border-left-color: #444;border-right-color: #AAA;border-bottom-color: #CCC;position: relative;top: 3px;box-shadow: inset 1px 1px 2px rgba(22,22,22,0.4);color: #ccc;left: 1px;} Exercises the pastoral care of the local community committed to him under the authority of the diocesan bishop in whose ministry of Christ he has been called to share. Reverend John J. Click on the link for additional scheduling information, pricing and items to bring with you on a retreat. 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While St. Thomas Aquinas Seminary is technically separate from the US District, the priests service US District chapels - their roster is . Parish, Philadelphia Reverend Monsignor Robert J. Wargo, Pastor, Saint Joseph the Worker Parish, Orefield to PastorEmeritus, Saint Joseph the Worker Parish, Orefield.