About St Martin de Porres Church in Philadelphia
St Martin de Porres Church is a Black Catholic parish in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We include it because the parish name or description connects it with Black Catholic history.
Its address is 2340 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia (19132). Of the churches we list in Philadelphia, it is the only one in the Black Catholic tradition. The closest church in our directory is Greater Faith Missionary Baptist Church, just a few blocks away.
Visiting St Martin de Porres Church
Mass follows the Catholic liturgy; some parishes have a gospel choir at one of the weekend Masses. Check the parish bulletin for times. The church website (smdpphiladelphia.com) or a call to +1 215-228-8330 will confirm this week's schedule.
Sunday hours are listed as 8:15 am to 8 pm. The church appears to keep a staffed office on weekdays. Listed hours sometimes mix office and service times, so double-check.
Give to St Martin de Porres Church
We couldn't find an online giving page, but smdpphiladelphia.com is the place to look; churches usually list it under Give or Tithes & Offerings.
You give directly to the church. BlackChurches.us never receives or processes donations.
What “Black Catholic” means
- Black Catholic parishes celebrate the standard Catholic Mass, often with gospel music and African American spiritual traditions woven in.
- In 1987 the US bishops approved “Lead Me, Guide Me,” the first African American Catholic hymnal.
St Martin de Porres Church: frequently asked questions
Where is St Martin de Porres Church?
St Martin de Porres Church is at 2340 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19132.
When does St Martin de Porres Church meet on Sundays?
The listing shows Sunday hours of 8:15 am to 8 pm. Those may include Sunday school, so ask when the main service starts.
Is St Martin de Porres Church a historically Black church?
Its name connects it to the Black Catholic tradition. For details about the congregation's history, the church itself is the best source.
How can I contact St Martin de Porres Church?
You can call +1 215-228-8330 and visit smdpphiladelphia.com. The office is the best place to ask about service times.
Can I give to St Martin de Porres Church online?
We couldn't find an online giving page, but smdpphiladelphia.com is the place to look; churches usually list it under Give or Tithes & Offerings. BlackChurches.us never handles donations; you always give directly to the church.
Is there another Black Catholic church near St Martin de Porres Church?
Yes. St. Josephine Bakhita Parish in Camden is 7.3 miles away.
Other Black Catholic parishes near Philadelphia
- Black CatholicSt. Josephine Bakhita ParishCamden, NJ7.3 miles away
- Black CatholicSt Katharine Drexel Catholic ChurchChester, PAabout 14 miles away
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