Events
Cathedral Christmas Concert
December 8, 2024, 3:00 – 4:30 PM Under the direction of Charlene Angelini, the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul presents its annual Christmas Concert. We invite you to come to the Cathedral to spend time reflecting on the reason why we celebrate Christmas. Gathering in one of the most beautiful spaces in the […]
Cathedral Concert Series
Cathedral Basilica Christmas Concert December 8, 2024 at 3 pm Location: The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 18th St. & the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy. Complimentary Parking: use the entrance on 17th St. GPS address 222 N. 17th St. Tickets may be purchased at the door or at: https://cathedralphila.org/christmas-concert/ VoxAmaDeus December 20, 2024 at 7 […]
The Divine Mercy Chaplet
We will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet each Friday at 3:00 P.M. y 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 […]
Eucharistic Processions – Eucharistic Revival
For the duration of the three-year Eucharistic Revival, we are planning for the Cathedral Parish the following three Eucharistic Processions each year: 2022 – 2023 Sunday, June 19, 2022 Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Sunday, November 20, 2022 Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Sunday, April […]
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 […]
Christmas and New Year’s schedule
CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL AND SHRINE OF SAINT KATHARINE DREXEL PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Christmas at the Cathedral Basilica is a very special time of the year for our parishioners and our visitors. Please extend an invitation to your families, friends and neighbors to join us at the Cathedral Basilica for the Holy […]
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patroness of the Americas
Thursday, December 12, 2024 On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, we anticipate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patroness of the Americas. Archbishop Nelson Pérez will celebrate Mass on Wednesday evening, December 11, 2024 at 9:00 PM in the Cathedral Basilica. Mass Schedule Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Procession: 8:30 PM Solemn Mass (in Spanish): […]
Thanksgiving schedule
Mass on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024, will be at 9:00 AM in the Cathedral Chapel. Mass on Friday, November 29, 2024, also will be at 9:00 AM in the Cathedral Chapel. Only the Chapel will be open on Thursday and Friday for the 9 AM Mass. The Parish Office will be closed on Thanksgiving […]
Advent Giving Tree
The Advent Giving Tree will be up on November 24, the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe! Advent starts on December 1. The tree will be decorated with paper ornaments with gifts which charitable groups have requested, as well as families which have applied to us for gift cards. For the organizations, […]
Annual Eucharistic Devotion – Forty Hours (December 1-3, 2024)
FORTY HOURS AT THE CATHEDRAL BASILICA SUNDAY, MONDAY, AND TUESDAY DECEMBER 1, 2, AND 3, 2024 The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is privileged to have this Annual Eucharistic Devotion beginning the First Sunday of Advent, the first Forty Hours in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia with the beginning of the new Liturgical Year. […]
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Monday, December 9th, 2024
Monday, December 9 7:15 AM in the Cathedral Chapel 12:05 PM in the Cathedral Basilica, with Liturgical Music (livestreamed) 5:15 PM in the Cathedral Chapel, with Liturgical Music Worship Aid 11:30 AM Confessions in the Cathedral Basilica Free parking available for our visitors in the parking lot adjacent to the Cathedral GPS address: 222 N. […]
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 […]
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 Sunday, November 30, 2024 1:00 PM ─ 3:00 PM Location: Room 1307 Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, 222 N 17th St Philadelphia, PA 19103 All are welcome, free parking available. Sandwiches, Coffee, and Donuts are […]
Men’s Study Group
The Men’s Study Group starts on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023. We will meet for one hour on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in Drexel hall at 7 PM beginning on September 27th.Below is a video I came across with some very good insights on getting men back into the Church.We would encourage […]
Eucharistic Procession – Sunday, November 24, 2024
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, NOVEMBER 24, 2024 FOLLOWING THE 11:00 AM MASS THE SOLEMNITY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE Let us announce the reign of Christ in our time […]
ADVENT RETREAT DAY
WE DARE TO HOPE: THE PROMISE AND GIFT OFEVERY ADVENT DECEMBER 14, 2024 FROM 9 AM-3:30 PM This retreat day of recollection includes Mass, Confessions, personal prayer time, Eucharistic Adoration, and spiritual conferences. Presenter: Fr. Dennis Gill, Rector Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the Shrine of St. Katharine Drexel (free parking […]
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: One-hour session, Wednesday at 6:30am (ability to leave anytime […]
All Souls Memorial Candle
Six-day candles are available now and throughout all the month of November as we join with the Church and pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. You are invited to remember especially your beloved deceased with an All Souls Memorial Candle. These candles burn at the All Souls Altar on the Race Street side of […]
Liturgical Music Program
The Office for Divine Worship is providing an intensive formation program for six Saturday mornings for all in liturgical music ministry. Please see the attached flyer and help to spread the word. At the Service of the Sacred Liturgy: An Intensive Liturgical Music Program This program is designed to provide over six weeks a focused […]
