Posted October 8, 2021

Archbishop Nelson Perez celebrated Mass Oct. 2 as St. Barbara’s parishioners marked the 100th anniversary of serving God and their neighbors in West Philadelphia’s Wynnefield, Overbrook and Carroll Park sections. St. Barbara, led by longtime pastor, Msgr. Wilfred Pashley and joined by more than 1,400 Catholic faithful, is located at 54th Street and Lebanon Avenue, Philadelphia. (Photos by Sarah Webb)

  • St. Barbara’s choir leads the congregation in song at the beginning of Mass.

  • Archbishop Perez blesses the congregation with holy water during the sprinkling rite.

  • The Knights of Peter Claver provide a stately presence during Mass.

  • Beloved longtime pastor Msgr. Wilfred Pashley greets young parishioners after Mass.

  • Msgr. Pashley incenses the book of Gospels before proclaiming the reading.