Posted March 12, 2021

Clergy and faithful of the Chester, Delaware County parish celebrated their patron saint’s feast with Archbishop Nelson Perez, who administered the sacrament of confirmation during Mass on March 3. St. Katharine Drexel Parish, led by pastor Father Thomas Whittingham, is at 1920 Providence Avenue in Chester. (Photos by Sarah Webb)

  • Archbishop Perez blesses one of the youngest parishioners.

  • Father Thomas Whittingham, pastor of St. Katharine Drexel Parish, welcomes the archbishop to the parish.

  • A portrait of the parish’s patron saint, St. Katharine Drexel, keeps a loving gaze on the congregation.

  • A Missionary of Charity sister, whose order serves in Chester, prays during Mass.

  • The archbishop confirms a girl at the Mass.

  • Permanent Deacon John Pileggi incenses the people during Mass.

  • Young people await their turn to receive the sacrament of confirmation from the archbishop.

  • The confirmation class poses for a photo with Archbishop Nelson Perez and Father Thomas Whittingham.

  • A young faithful parishioner enjoys a snack after Mass.