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New Updates!
7-1-09
Scripture Reflections
Parish Calendar
6-30-09
Altar Server Schedule
6-29-09
High School Honor Roll Update
6-23-09
Confirmation Date Announced!
6-22-09
Weekend Mass Schedule Change
6-17-09
Year of the Priest
6-11-09
5 New Galleries
6-10-09
Vacation Bible School
6-3-09
EM & Lector Schedule
5-6-09
Lunch w/Santa Portraits
3-10-09
Revised Links Page
2-12-09
Faith Formation Update
9-4-08
Directory of Activities
6-10-08
Attention School Alumni!
6-9-08
Volunteer!
1-24-08
Local Shrines
12-20-07
Parish History
Children's Liturgy
12-19-07
Bible Study
Christmas Trivia
11-29-07
CYO Page Added!
11-01-07
Exploring Sainthood
10-14-07
Sacrament Info
10-10-07
Bulletin Online
10-02-07
RCIA
9-13-07
Our Patron Saint
Staff Photos

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St. Richard's Vacation Bible School Experience

vbs logo Kingdom of the Son -
A Prayer Safari

August 24 through 28
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Come join us on an African Safari as we explore the meaning of one of the most important prayers of our faith - the Our Father. Through games, drama, arts and crafts, music, and bible stories, participants will come to a deeper understanding of and appreciation for the Lord's Prayer. For details and registration information, including volunteer opportunities for teens and adults, click here.


year of the priest logo The Church Celebrates the Year of the Priest

June 19, 2009 ~ June 19, 2010

Pope Benedict XVI has declared June 19, 2009 through June 19, 2010, as the Year of the Priest. Priests throughout the world will be provided with numerous opportunities to reflect on their vocation to the priesthood and grow in holiness. The faithul will be provided with numerous opportunities to learn more about the essential role of the priesthood and its importance to the sacramental life of the Church. Vocations to the priesthood will also be a focal point during this holy year.

The Archdiocese has numerous events and activities planned throughout the upcoming year to help us celebrate this special year. For detailed information on these events and happenings, click here. One of the simplest and most profound ways you can participate in this holy year is through the gift of your prayers for priests and priestly vocations. A special prayer composed for this year's celebration can be found here.


Welcome to St. Richard of Chichester Church
a Catholic parish community in the
Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

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Nestled in the heart of South Philly, St. Richard of Chichester Church
has been serving the needs of the local Catholic community since 1924.

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Our goal is to enable all of our parishioners to fully embrace their Baptism into Christ Jesus, and to respond "Yes" to God's invitation to relationship. We are committed to providing ample opportunities for our parishioners to cultivate, sustain, and deepen that relationship so that they may come to boldly profess "Christ Lives in Me!" This website contains valuable information about how we as a parish community accomplish this goal and serves as an excellent resource for information about the life and happenings of our parish community as well as providing ample information on how one can become more involved in parish life. So sit back, surf away, and enjoy!

If you're looking for a way to share your God given gifts and talents with the parish community, then check out our volunteer page where you'll find information on the various ministries here at St. Richard. Everything you need to know to get you started is listed for each ministry, including contact information.


just moved in

Our parish boundaries are Broad St. from Oregon Ave. to Walt Whitman Bridge approach; to 25th St.; then by air line due west; to Schuylkill River; to Oregon Ave.; to Broad St. If you've just moved into the area, please contact the Rectory as soon as possible to register or complete our registration form online in just five minutes, print it out, and drop it off at the rectory anytime.


meet staff

A wide variety of people dedicate themselves to serving St. Richard Parish. These include, clergy, religious, and lay persons. Click here to see members of our pastoral and administrative staffs.


get involved

St. Richard Church is home to dozens of organizations and groups -- there really is something for everyone. Take a look at our directory of activities and organizations and see if there's something that interests you.


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