
Holy Name of Jesus Parish
A vibrant Catholic community in the heart of Fishtown, Philadelphia since 1924

Liturgical
Baptisms
Baptism of infants is normally celebrated twice a month at Sunday mass. Parents should be registered in the Parish and actively participating in the life of the Parish community.
Please call the Parish office to schedule your child's baptism. Sponsors must be practicing Catholics in good standing (married validly), at least 16 years of age, and have received the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation).
Please call the Parish office to schedule your child's baptism. Sponsors must be practicing Catholics in good standing (married validly), at least 16 years of age, and have received the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Holy Eucharist and Confirmation).


Sacrament of Marriage
Congratulations on your decision to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage! Arrangements for Catholic marriages should be made at least six monts before the desired wedding date. Please contact the rectory for more information.
Annointing of the Sick
Please contact the rectory office to make arrangements for Annointing of the sick and dying. Our Eutharistic Ministers visit the sick with Communion in their homes and area hospitals.


Parish Membership
To be listed as a member of Holy Name, one must be active with church attendance and supportive of the works of the Parish within your means.
Persons who are unable to attend Mass can call the Rectory Office if you would like Communion or a visit.
Only active Church mambers will be issued Letters of ELigibility for the Role of Sponsor.
Persons who are unable to attend Mass can call the Rectory Office if you would like Communion or a visit.
Only active Church mambers will be issued Letters of ELigibility for the Role of Sponsor.


The Holy Name of Jesus is, first of all, an all-powerful prayer. Each time we say “Jesus” it is an act of perfect love, for we offer to God the infinite love of Jesus.
- St. Alphonsus Liguori
- St. Alphonsus Liguori

Holy Name of Jesus Parish
701 Gaul Street
Philadelphia, PA 19125
Rectory Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
(Closed for lunch 12pm-1pm)



Parish Giving
@HolyNameOfJesusChurch

