St. Agatha-St. James Catholic Church & Newman Center
Sunday Masses: 9am, 11:30am, 5:30pm
Daily Mass: Mon-Fri 12:05pm | Tues-Fri 5:30pm
Who We Are
Encounter. Grow. Serve.
“We are an apostolic Catholic community, entrusted to Mary, that works with the university community and families to live a full Christian Life as missionary disciples, helping them encounter Christ, grow in their faith and their reconciliation with God and themselves, and sending them to serve, from one heart to another.”
St. Agatha-St. James Historic Parish
St. Agatha-St. James is a historic parish serving the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia. Originally established in 1850, the parish is an vibrant place with an uniquely diverse community made up of university students, young couples, and local families that have lived here for generations. Come see what we’re all about.
The Newman Center
Adjacent to the church, you will find the Newman Center, a hub of Catholic campus ministry serving both the Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania. Housed in a beautifully renovated building, the Newman Center is a bustling epicenter of Catholic life in the city.
Ways to Get Involved
Sacramental Prep
Becoming Catholic or getting married in the Church? We offer OCIA, Pre-Cana, Adult Confirmation, Baptism, and Catechism.
Service
Looking to serve? We have volunteer opportunities for liturgical, music, hospital, social, and homeless outreach!
Spiritual Formation
We offer a wide variety of spiritual formation opportunities. From spiritual direction to retreats, educational programs, and more.
Small Groups & Communities
We are called to be in communion with one another and joining a small group is a great way to grow in faith with friends and get involved.
Wedding & Rentals at Saint Agatha-St. James
Our church’s stunning architecture with blue and white interiors is ideal for weddings. To get married here, click for more details.
Penn & Drexel Newman Ministries
St. Agatha-St. James Parish has been entrusted with the pastoral leadership of both the Penn & Drexel Newman campus ministries. For more info on either ministry, check out their websites.
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