St. Philomena, Lansdowne, Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation

By CatholicPhilly Staff • Posted October 13, 2026

Approximately 20 young Catholics received the sacrament of confirmation conferred by Archbishop Nelson Pérez during an Oct. 11 Mass at St. Philomena Parish in Delaware County. He was joined by Pastor Rev. Paul A. Castellani. St. Philomena Church is located at 41 E. Baltimore Avenue in Lansdowne – learn more at stphilspa.com. (Photos by Sarah Webb)

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