Saint Patrick Church

Saint Patrick Church Saint Patrick Catholic Church is home to two worship sites - The Shrine Church at 152 E. Saint Patrick Church is a vibrant community of 2,500 households.

Pomfret Street, Carlisle, PA 17013, and the complex on 87 Marsh Drive, Carlisle, PA 17015, which includes Saint Patrick School and the Parish Activity Center. Parish boundaries extend over some 500 square miles (between the North mountain and the South mountain). Saint Patrick Church was founded and served by Irish Jesuits from 1779 until 1804, when it became a Diocesan parish (first of the Baltim

ore Diocese until 1808, the Philadelphia until 1868, at which point it was incorporated into the newly established Harrisburg Diocese. Two American saints visited this parish. Between 1835 and 1857 Saint John Neumann, Bishop of Philadelphia, came to Saint Patrick Church to administer the sacrament of confirmation. In 1894 Saint Katharine Drexel, from the invitation of pastor, Rev. Dr. Henry Ganss, gave a significant contribution to build a larger church structure on Pomfret Street. From 1901 - 1918, Saint Katharine Drexel provided sisters to teach African-American students at the Select Colored School (now the parish Rectory) and Native American students at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School (now the Army War College). In 1947, Monsignor Schmidt established Saint Patrick's School, which has had 3 locations since that time and in 1986 located to 85 Marsh Drive, Carlisle, PA 17015. The Marsh Drive campus of Saint Patrick Church includes 800 seat capacity church, the School for day students and evening religious education classes. On June 19, 2011, Bishop Joseph McFadden dedicated the Rev. Andrew J. Fontanella Parish Activity Center, a 31,000 sqaure foot facility which includes classrooms, a youth ministry room, Scout rooms, large gym with bleachers and stage, and full kitchen.

Looks like things are happening!!!
09/06/2026

Looks like things are happening!!!

In observance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, all present and former First Responders are invited to come to the 9:30 A...
09/03/2026

In observance of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, all present and former First Responders are invited to come to the 9:30 AM Mass on Sunday, September 6th to receive a special blessing. You are welcome to wear your uniform.

What might God transform in your life if you spent a few minutes each day connecting with Him in prayer?After watching J...
08/27/2026

What might God transform in your life if you spent a few minutes each day connecting with Him in prayer?

After watching Jesus pray, His disciples made a simple request:

"Lord, teach us to pray." (Luke 11:1)

More than 2,000 years later, it's still the prayer of every disciple.

Whether you've been praying for years or are simply longing to grow closer to God, we're all invited to keep growing.

This September, Saint Patrick Parish invites you to experience The Transforming Power of Prayer, a three-night Hallow Parish Mission created to awaken a deeper desire to encounter Jesus through prayer.

More than a series of talks, each evening features inspiring stories, guided experiences of prayer, quiet reflection, meaningful conversation, and practical ways to make prayer a more natural part of everyday life.

Mission Details
September 26–28, 2026
Location: Parish Activity Center
6:30 PM – Hospitality & light refreshments
7:00–8:30 PM – Hallow Parish Mission

If your desire is to grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ, this mission is for you. We hope you'll join us—and invite someone to come with you.

This is a great opportunity for anyone in the parish to learn more if they are contemplating foster care.
08/24/2026

This is a great opportunity for anyone in the parish to learn more if they are contemplating foster care.

Foster Parents Make a Difference

There are many children in our community who need a loving, supportive foster family. Consider opening your heart and home to a child, and we will provide the support you need. Please contact Catholic Charities Foster Care at (717) 564-7115 or [email protected] for more information and to register for our virtual Information/Orientation session on September 9, 2026 (5:30-7:00 pm).

Here comes the steel!!
08/18/2026

Here comes the steel!!

08/07/2026
Mark the date for the info meeting and check your passport expiration date. We're going to France with Fr Don in 2027.
08/07/2026

Mark the date for the info meeting and check your passport expiration date. We're going to France with Fr Don in 2027.

Two great opportunies for kids to join the music ministry of the parish. To register your child for either group, email ...
08/06/2026

Two great opportunies for kids to join the music ministry of the parish. To register your child for either group, email Dr. O‘Donnell, Music Director:
[email protected]

Tonight’s meeting is THE place for all the fall soccer details. Don’t miss this chance to ask questions.
08/05/2026

Tonight’s meeting is THE place for all the fall soccer details. Don’t miss this chance to ask questions.

Address

152 E Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA
17013

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4am
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+17172434411

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