By CatholicPhilly Staff • Posted October 8, 2026

Hundreds of faithful came together on Saturday, Oct. 3, at St. Peter the Apostle Church in Philadelphia to mark the 20th 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 Christopher Cooke who leads the archdiocese’s Ministry to Hispanic Catholics, and other clergy. Read our coverage of the Mass here.  (Photos by Sarah Webb)

  • Flags line the altar rail at St. Peter the Apostle Church during the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s annual Hispanic Heritage Mass on Oct. 3, a celebration of faith, culture, and community. (Photo by Sarah Webb)