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Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church, affectionately known as "St. John's" by its parishioners, warmly welcomes you to our website.

We are located in the heart of Center City, providing spiritual enrichment for local residents, daily commuters, and visitors to our city of brotherly love.

St. John the Evangelist has been bringing the Good News to Philadelphia for 179 years. Two canonized saints have ties to St. John's: St. John Neumann and St. Katharine Drexel.

In 1941, St. John's established Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic Church as a mission chapel. Twenty years later we opened St. John's Hospice to serve the homeless.

Our parish is a community of communities. There is a group for everyone -- from young adults, to healthcare professionals to the musically inclined. Stop by anytime. We'd love to see you!

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3rd annual Firefighters' Memorial Mass Print

Mark your calendars and plan to attend the 3rd annual Firefighters' Memorial Mass on Saturday, February 13th at 10:00 AM at St. John's. In this special Mass, we remember the four firefighters who gave their lives fighting the great fire of 1899 that nearly destroyed our beautiful church. We honor all firefighters who continue to serve us each day and your attendance of the Mass is a great way to help us thank them. Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers, several Deputy Commissioners and a contingent of firefighters are expected to attend - come out and show your support! A reception, hosted by the Hospitality Committee, will immediately follow the Mass.
 
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Ash Wednesday is the busiest day of the year for our parish because we serve the needs of so many Center City residents, commuters, and visitors. Last year nearly 15,000 people attended Mass and prayer services held at St. John’s and Jefferson Hospital throughout the day. If you are willing and able to assist with the many needs of our service to the community this coming Ash Wednesday, February 17th ,please call (215-563-4145), This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit the Parish Center to leave your name, contact information, and the hours that you will be able to assist us between 6 AM and 7 PM on Ash Wednesday.

It’s a great way to give alms &  begin this Great Season of Conversion and Holiness!

 

 

ASH WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE

February 17, 2010

UPPER CHURCH

Schedule of Masses

Early Morning

7:00 AM 7:45 AM 8:30 AM

 

Midday

11:00 AM 12:05 1:05 2:00 PM

 

Late Afternoon

4:30 PM 5:15 PM 6:00 PM

 

Ashes will be distributed after all the Masses

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LOWER CHURCH

Prayer Services with Ashes

 

Approximately every 15 minutes beginning at

6:30 AM until 6:00 PM

 

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Lower Church

Confession will be available from

3:30 to 5:30 PM

There will be no Exposition of the Eucharist or Celebration of Evening Prayer

 

The Way of The Cross

Each Friday in Lent

After the 12:05 & 5:15 Masses

On the Fridays in Lent, we will not have the

Padre Pio Novena or veneration of the relic

after the 12:05 and 5:15 PM Masses.

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The Black Books will be available again this Lent!

Pick up the Black Book; a 6 minute pocket sized meditational Lenten guide that will walk you through the Scriptures with reflections written based on Bishop Ken Untener’s writings. Cost is $1. Books available Ash Wednesday! Pre advance sale in the back of church after the 10:30 & 12:30 masses

 
 

Parish Calendar

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This Week:

Tue Feb 09 @06:00PM - 07:00PM
Padre Pio Prayer Group
Wed Feb 10 @07:00PM - 08:00PM
Bible Study
Thu Feb 11 @06:00PM -
St. John's Hospice
Thu Feb 11 @07:00PM -
San Damiano Fellowship
Fri Feb 12 @06:30AM -
Young Adults Prayerful ProLife Vigil
Sat Feb 13 @09:00AM - 10:45AM
King's Men Weekly Meeting
Sat Feb 13 @10:00AM -
3rd annual Firefighters' Memorial Mass
Sun Feb 14 @06:00PM -
YAC Mass
Mon Feb 15 @06:00PM -
Medical Professionals Group
Tue Feb 16 @07:00PM - 08:30PM
The Lily's Voice


Mass Schedule

Weekdays: 7:45 a.m. (lower church); 8:30 a.m. (lower church); 12:05 p.m.; 1:05 p.m.; 5:15 p.m.
Saturday: 7:45 a.m. (lower church); 12:05 p.m.; 5:15 p.m. Vigil for Sunday
Sunday: 8:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.; 6:00 p.m.

CONFESSION SCHEDULE

Wednesday-Saturday: 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Thursday before First Friday: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.; 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Vigil of Weekday HolyDays: 3:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Not available on Holy Days

HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE

Vigil of Weekday HolyDays: 5:15 p.m. (upper church)

Weekday Holy Days: 7:00 a.m. (lower church); 7:45 a.m. (lower church); 8:30 a.m. (lower church); 12:05 p.m. (upper church); 1:05 p.m. (upper church); 4:30 p.m. (upper church); 5:15 p.m. (upper church); 6:00 p.m. (upper church)

 

Driving DIrections

Eastbound I-676 / Vine Street Expressway
(from western PA, from I-76)

Take the Broad Street exit. Bear right at exit ramp, turning onto 15th street. After passing City Hall, turn left onto Chestnut Street. Pass Macy's department store. Turn left onto 13th Street. Saint John's will be on the right.

Westbound I-676 / Vine Street Expressway
(from NJ, from I-95)

Take the Broad Street exit. The exit ramp curves onto 15th street. Continue straight onto 15th steet. After passing City Hall, turn left onto Chestnut Street. Pass Macy's. Turn left onto 13th Street. Saint John's will be on the right.

Contact Us

Address: 21 S. 13th St. Philadelphia, PA 19107 USA
Schedule of Services Telephone: 215-563-5432
Parish Office Telephone: 215-563-4145
Parish Office Fax: 215-563-1770
E-mail: sjeoffice@yahoo.com
Wedding Inquiries: stjohnweddingcoord@yahoo.com
RCIA: sjercia@yahoo.com

Website Inquiries: webmaster@stjohnsphilly.com