The Philadelphia Oratory at Saint Francis Xavier Church

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Oratory!

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! Christus Resurrexit! Christ is Risen! Alleluia!

For Christ, arising from the dead,
from conquered hell victorious sped,
he thrust the tyrant down to chains,
and Paradise for man regains.
(Ad cenam Agni providi, 5th century Latin hymn)

We encourage you all during this octave of Easter to exchange the traditional Easter greeting:
Christ is risen!
Response: He is risen indeed! Alleluia!

Every place where Christianity has ancient roots this greeting exists in the local or liturgical language. Additionally, the Church grants us an indulgence for exchanging the greeting during the octave of Easter (until next Sunday).

Latin: Christus resurrexit! Vere resurrexit!
Spanish: Cristo ha resucitado! En verdad ha resucitado!
Greek: Christos anesti! Alithos anesti!
Ukranian: Khristos voskres! Voistinu voskres!
French: Le Christ est réssuscité! En verite il est réssuscité!
Italian: Cristo e' risorto! Veramente e' risorto!
German: Christus ist auferstanden! Wahrlich Er ist auferstanden!

Artwork:
"Resurrection" — Carl Bloch (1881)
"The Three Marys at the Tomb" (1876) - William Bouguereau

03/24/2026

03/02/2026

A Lent tradition. Sunday, March 15th at 3:30pm. Our Annual Concert Meditation on the Seven Last Words of Christ. Reserve your seat here: https://www.simpletix.com/e/concert-meditation-on-the-seven-last-words-tickets-258362
This profound concert will feature choral pieces accompanied by cello and organ.

Our Concert Meditation of the Seven Last Words of Christ will feature choral pieces accompanied by organ and cello as a commentary to scripture passages from the Passion of Christ.All proceeds directly benefit our parish's music program.

02/17/2026

Beginning with Ash Wednesday we will resume our 6:30am daily Mass which will continue throughout the duration of Lent.

02/16/2026

Reserve your tickets today to the party of the season!

Tickets include beer, hot roast beef sandwiches, desserts and refreshments.
Door Prizes, 50/50 Drawing, Raffle Baskets.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY BEEF & BEER
Saturday, March 7th. 6:30 to 11PM.

Follow the link below to secure your tickets.
$40 for advance tickets. $50 at the door.

*21 & over only event*

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01/24/2026

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

The impending winter snowstorm for this Sunday, January 25, 2026, and the corresponding state of emergency declared by the City of Philadelphia, reminds everyone to make prudential and safe decisions regarding travel.

While the obligation to attend Holy Mass on Sunday remains, if the weather impedes people from attending Mass safely, especially the elderly, then they should remain at home. A good alternative is to attend the Saturday evening Anticipated Mass ahead of the storm.

For those who cannot attend Mass, then time should be spent reading the Word of God or in prayer to mark the Lord’s Day. Masses will not be cancelled to provide for those who can and will attend Holy Mass for Sunday. Please check parish information sources in the event the Sunday Mass schedule is modified. Be assured of my prayers and blessing for all of you and your families as I rely on your prayers for me.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia

01/24/2026

Due to the severe snowstorm predicted for Sunday, we strongly encourage all who are able to attend the anticipated Sunday Mass this Saturday at 5:30pm. Nevertheless, we will still celebrate Mass on Sunday morning at the usual times.

01/03/2026

Hello All! Please join us for our Epiphany Potluck in the school hall following the 10:30am Mass this Sunday! Several members of the parish are contributing items, and we have more than enough sweets, but more beverages, or savory dishes are always welcome. We hope to see you there!

12/24/2025

Please enjoy the recording of this year's Christmas Concert!
Wishing you all a very blessed a merry Christmas!

Please enjoy this year's live Christmas concert.CONDUCTOR: Ms. Alicia Brozovich; Mr. John TeagueORGANISTS: Mr. Colton Martin, John TeagueOCTET:Ms. Francesca ...

12/22/2025

Note that this year for the first time we will celebrate a sung Mass at Midnight.