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Wednesday, June 24
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This Week
Reception of the Most Blessed Sacrament to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Reception of the Most Blessed Sacrament to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Weekly Schedule
This week at the parish
Jun 23 – Jun 29
Tue
23
Mass
Wed
24
Mass
Thu
25
Mass
Fri
26
Mass
Sat
27
Confession›
and by appointment
Mass
Sun
28
Mass›
livestream
Mass
Mass
Mon
29
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Bulletin · upcoming
Around the parish
Tuesdays · 10:00 AM
H.O.P.E. Food Pantry
Sundays · 4:30 PM
OCIA (previously RCIA)
for adults entering the church Sundays 4:30 PM in church
church
Sundays
Confirmation Class
Sundays following 6PM Mass
Mondays · 6:00 PM
Legion of Mary Meeting
Weekly Legion of Mary Meeting in the convent chapel at 6pm will resume Monday June 22. Bring your rosary!
convent chapel
Mondays · 6:15 PM
First Penance and Communion Class
Mondays 6:15 PM *virtual*
virtual
Thu · Jul 2 · 7:00 PM
Reception of the Most Blessed Sacrament to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Reception of the Most Blessed Sacrament to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Jul 2 – 5, 2026
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
The year 2026 is the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. In honor of this occasion, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) are planning two national initiatives. The first is a solemn act of consecration of the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11th 2026. The second is a National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in which the Blessed Sacrament will be carried in procession through the east coast of the USA, culminating in Philadelphia on July 2-5, 2026.
Philadelphia
Sat · Jul 4 · 10:00 AM
Showing of the Cabrini Film
Showing of the Cabrini Film
Names lifted up at the altar
Mass Intentions
- Agnes Lediju and for all departed Lediju membersSat Jun 6 · deceased
- Janis KirschnerSun Jun 7 · deceased
- In memory of Richard and Catherine LawsSun Jun 7 · deceased
- Marie JohnsonWed Jun 10 · deceased
- Michael Oladeinde LedijuFri Jun 12 · deceased
Pastoral MessageJune 7, 2026
Rev. Kevin OkaforParish Administrator · Holy Cross
Father Kevin's Reflection on the Eucharist
Today we celebrate the great gift of the Eucharist, the Body and Blood of Christ, given for the life of the world. The Eucharist is not simply a symbol; it is Jesus truly present among us.
- The Eucharist is God's Gift of Love: Just as God fed His people with manna in the desert, Jesus now feeds us with Himself. Every Mass reminds us that God never abandons His people but continues to nourish us with His love and grace.
- The Eucharist Builds Our Unity: Saint Paul reminds us that though we are many, we are one body because we share the one Bread. At Holy Cross Parish, the Eucharist calls us to overcome divisions, support one another, and live as one family of faith.
- The Eucharist Sends Us on Mission: We do not leave Mass the same way we entered. Having received Christ, we are sent to bring His presence to others through acts of kindness, forgiveness, service, and charity.
As we celebrate Corpus Christi, may we deepen our love for the Eucharist, receive Jesus with faith, and become what we receive: the Body of Christ for the world.
Fr Kevin
Held in prayer
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Pastoral Care for the Sick
Please call 215-438-2921, option 1, to request Communion be brought to you or a loved one who is ill or homebound. Communion can also be brought to a hospital or rehab.
Anointing of the Sick
In case of serious illness or advanced age, please call 215-438,2921, option2, so we can have a priest visit. For hospital cases, please contact the hospital Chaplain. You may also notify the parish office so we can have a priest visit.
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Rev. Kevin Okafor
Parish Administrator
Rev. Msgr. David Benz
Pastor Emeritus
Shannon Sweeney
Parish Secretary
Dan Welsh
Facility Manager
John Duffner
Business Manager
Alyssa Garcia
Choir Director
Darin Williams
Coordinator of Religious Education
Sonya Songhai
Saturday Musician & Cantor
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