Hundreds of faithful came together on Saturday, Oct. 4, at St. Peter the Apostle Church in Philadelphia to mark the 19th annual Hispanic Heritage Mass. Hosted by the archdiocesan Office for Hispanic Catholics, the celebration honors the vibrant traditions and cultural richness of the Hispanic Catholic community across the region.
Archbishop Nelson Pérez presided over the liturgy, joined by Bishop Efren Esmilla, as well as Bishop Christopher Cooke and Bishop Edward Deliman, who both lead the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Ministry to Hispanic Catholics. (Photos by Sarah Webb)
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