St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, serving the communities of Roxborough, Manayunk, and Wissahickon. Founded in 1831, it is the tenth oldest parish in the Archdiocese and the first parish established outside the City of Philadelphia. The parish is over 190 years old and describes itself as a vibrant Roman Catholic Church rich in faith and history. The church offers sacraments, youth religious education, young adult spirituality programs, senior care, and visits to the sick. Additional activities include nightly rosary prayer, group studies, movie nights, Bible studies, adoration, and mom's groups. The main church building is located at 119 Rector Street, with the All Saints' Chapel and Parish Center at 146 Rector Street. The parish also operates a worship site at St. Josaphat Church on Cotton Street.

Denomination

Catholic

Phone

215-482-4600

Email

sjbphila@stjohnmanayunk.org

Services

Founded

1894

Architect

Patrick Charles Keely

Last updated August 2026

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
Map showing location of St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

Congregation size

1,000-5,000

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