Events
The Divine Mercy Chaplet
We will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet each Friday at 3:00 P.M. for peace in Ukraine and the conversion of Russia. Join us wherever you are. “The souls that say this chaplet will be embraced by My mercy during their lifetime and especially at the hour of their death.” (Diary, 754) Join Via Zoom Meeting […]
Peace in our Streets
As part of a religious response to the increasing gun violence on our neighborhood streets and the need to pray for peace in our City, the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is opening its doors every Sunday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM for prayer. This focused and intentional period of prayer is open […]
Lunch on the Cathedral Lawn
Our friends from Christ in the City will be hosting a lunch on the Cathedral lawn EVERY Wednesday.They will be serving a hot lunch at 12 PM for all of our friends on the street and whoever else would like to join. Training sessions to become a Christ in the City volunteer with homeless persons in […]
40 days for life at the Cathedral
Would you consider signing up to pray for the unborn and women in need during this Campaign? We’d be happy to pair you with someone if you’d be more comfortable, just let us know! Please consider praying outside one of the abortion centers in our city. Our parish will be outside praying. We need […]
Lenten Schedule
The holy season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Holy Thursday with the celebration of the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Lent is a preparation for the celebration of Easter. The Lenten liturgy disposes both catechumens and the faithful to celebrate the Paschal Mystery, the death and resurrection of the Lord […]
The Schedule for Holy Week and the Sacred Paschal Triduum. Everyone is welcome! Happy Easter!
CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL AND SHRINE OF SAINT KATHARINE DREXEL Additional times for the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation are scheduled during Holy Week and the Sacred Paschal Triduum. Celebrate this Sacrament of the Lord’s forgiveness for an even more fitting celebration of Easter. For the homebound who would like to receive […]
The Annual Archdiocesan Eucharistic Liturgy with Persons with Disabilities, The Deaf Community, Family, Friends and Caregivers
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM Celebrant and Homilist: Archbishop Nelson Pérez Location: Cathedral Basilica SS. Peter and Paul
Lenten Retreat
Sponsored by the Office of Consecrated Life Saturday, March 29, 2025 9am-3:30pm Presenter SR. MARY ANN CLARAHAN, RSM Location Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul All are invited RSVP: Sister Marie Faustina, RSM, Delegate for Consecrated Life sr.mfaustina@archphila.org
The Way of the Cross
will take place each Friday of Lent immediately following the 12:05 PM Mass in the Chapel. El Vía Crucis, the Way of the Cross in Spanish, will also take place each Sunday following the 12:30 PM in the Basilica.
The Patricians Meeting
sponsored by the Legion of Mary Of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the Shrine of Saint Katharine Drexel The meetings are on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of the month 1:00 PM ─ 3:00 PM St. Joseph; Terror of Demons. Pillar of Families Sunday, March 23, 2025 1:00 PM […]
Men’s Study Group
We will meet for one hour on the fourth Wednesday of the month in Drexel Hall at 7 PM.Below is a video I came across with some very good insights on getting men back into the Church.We would encourage all of you to set some time to join us on these Wednesday nights as we […]
Eucharistic Procession – Sunday, April 6, 2025
CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL AND THE SHRINE OF SAINT KATHARINE DREXEL 18TH STREET AND THE BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PARKWAY, PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2025 FOLLOWING THE 11:00 AM MASS THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT Let us announce the reign of Christ in our time and in our world with a […]
Cathedral Charismatic Praise & Prayer Group
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Renewal Cathedral Charismatic Praise & Prayer Group All are welcome on Wednesdays, 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter & Paul: Neumann Room 1723 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Parking available: Enter the Cathedral lot by 17th Street entrance. Neumann Room is between the rectory and the […]
THAT MAN IS YOU! BECOMING A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART
TMIY – THAT MAN IS YOU! BECOMING A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART An honest look at the pressures and temptations facing men in today’s culture. That Man Is You! seeks to transform men who will be capable of transforming homes and society. Eight-minute introductory video: That Man is You! is an interactive men’s program […]
Bell Ringing Against Gun Violence
Join Us in Raising Awareness Against Gun Violence In a united effort to raise awareness about gun violence in our community, the bells of the Cathedral Basilica will ring for ten minutes, beginning at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 6, 2025. We stand in solidarity with churches and communities around the world during this powerful […]
Sacred Jubilee Site 2025
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is pleased to announce that the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul and the Shrine of Saint Katharine Drexel has been designated as a Sacred Jubilee Site for the Ordinary Jubilee Year 2025. From December 29, 2024, through December 28, 2025, pilgrims are invited to visit and receive the Jubilee […]
Philadelphia Cathedral Basilica Young Adults
Rosary Group 1st Sunday of the month 11 AM, Shrine of St. Katherine Drexel in the Cathedral Regular Meetings 2nd Sunday of the month After 6:30 PM Mass, Saint John Neumann Room 3rd Saturday of the Month After 5:15 PM Mass, Drexel Hall (Cathedral Basement) Bible Study 4th Tuesday of the month 7 PM, Saint […]
Major Events of the Canonization
JUBILEE CANLENDAR This year marks a special Jubilee celebrating the canonization of St. Katharine Drexel, a woman of deep faith, tireless service, and a champion for justice. Join us in honoring her legacy with Mass, reflection, and community celebration. Let us come together in gratitude for her life and mission, and be inspired to continue […]
Disciple Maker Index (DMI) survey
We Need Your Input! Our parish is participating in a Disciple Maker Index (DMI) survey conducted by the Catholic Leadership Institute, and we need your help! This 10-15 minute survey is an opportunity for you to reflect on your spiritual growth and provide feedback on how our parish can better support you. Your responses will […]
Lenten book Club
The Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing is pleased to announce our Lenten book club series, in collaboration with the Parish of the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter & Paul! There will be two sessions offered: Online at 7pm on Mondays in Lent (March 10, 17, 24, 31, and April 7) In-person at 7pm on Fridays […]
