St. Paul Roman Catholic Church — Local services in Philadelphia

The world is small. I grew up a St. Mary Magdalen de Pazzi student and parishioner. I was the last bride to be married there before the church doors were closed. What I thought would be a difficult transition to St. Paul’s for my parents was just the opposite. They came to love St. Paul’s as they did St. Mary’s. My parish became St. John Neumann in Mount Laurel 26 years ago where I very recently had the honor and pleasure to attend Fr. Paul Galetto’s masses. What a wonderful priest. He inspired me to look forward to attending mass every week. His Easter Sunday sunrise service was beautiful. I was so disappointed when his interim position at St. John’s was over this summer and he was to be reassigned. So glad to find out he will be at St. Paul’s. St. Paul’s is so lucky to be getting him as their pastor. Best of luck,...

If you are looking for a vibrant parish family that welcomes all and offers many active ministries allowing for the practice of faith and works, please consider St Paul’s. In addition to free parking right across the street during Mass and other events, we have excellent homilists and beautiful liturgies in one of the city’s most sacred spaces. We are also one of several South Philadelphia and Center City churches staffed by the Augustinians of the St Thomas of Villanova Province ; St Augustine’s writings and spirituality figure prominently in our devotions and ministries. Everyone is always welcome and during our hospitality weekends we enjoy our pastor’s delicious biscotti and other baked goods. Please come share in our...

I have never been so happy as a Philadelphia Catholic as I have in St. Paul's Parish in the Bella Vista section of Philadelphia. The parishioners are very participative and generous in a variety of ministries, particularly their ministry to the homeless. We are making a concerted effort to bring in a wide variety of members, representing many different people. Parking is particularly generous, with a spacious and secure lot. Regardless of where you are coming from (whether figuratively or literally), you will find it easy to find a place at St....