Our Mission
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, as members of the Body of Christ, shares the love of God with all by living the Gospel of Jesus. Guided by the Holy Spirit and strengthened by the Sacraments, we strive to deepen our faith through service, education, and outreach to those in need.\\
Weekday Masses
Mon, Tue, Thurs
8:30 am
Wed
6:00 pm
Fri
8:30 am (June & July)
7:30 am Mon, Tue, Thurs:
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
8:00 am Mon, Tue, Thurs:
Pray the Rosary
Weekend Masses
Sat
5:00 pm
Sun
7:30 am
9:30 am
11:30 am
The Rosary is prayed 50 minutes prior
to each weekend Mass time
Announcements - June 28, 2026
Parish Office Closed July 2nd & 3rd
The Parish Office will close at noon on Thursday, July 2nd and reopen on Monday, July 6th in observance of the 4th of July.
No First Saturday in July or August
There will be no First Saturday on July 4th, but please come to Mass at 8:30 am in the church.
Daily Mass this Saturday (July 5th) at 8:30 am
We will celebrate daily Mass at 8:30 am in the church this 4th of July.
The Parish Office will be closed July 6 - July 10
The Parished Office will be closed this week. If you have a pastoral emergency, please call (717) 880-8166. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Volunteer Rel Ed Teachers needed for 2026-2027 school year
Take a few moments this week to prayerfully consider whether God is calling you to help share the gift of our Catholic faith with the next generation. If you've ever thought you’re not qualified, relax - the lessons are provided, and the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to teach. Parents who serve as catechists will have their children's Religious Education fees waived. If you feel called, or would like more information, please contact Len Mialki, our Director of Religious Education (LMialki@hbgdiocese.org or (717)818-1077. Thank you for considering this important ministry.
Upcoming Events
A Message From Our Pastor
Dear Friends in Christ,
Welcome to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. I am grateful that you have taken the time to visit our parish website and to learn more about our faith community. Whether you are a long-time parishioner, a returning friend, or someone seeking a spiritual home, please know that you are always welcome here.
As members of the Body of Christ, our parish lives its mission to share the love of God with all by living the Gospel of Jesus. Guided by the Holy Spirit and strengthened by the Sacraments, we strive to deepen our faith through Service, Education, and Outreach, especially to those most in need. Everything we do flows from our encounter with Christ—most especially through the celebration of the Eucharist and our devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, the heart of our parish life. In prayer before the Lord, we are renewed, healed, and sent forth to serve.
Our patron saint, St. Rose of Lima, is a powerful model of holiness, humility, and charity. Her deep love for Christ, her life of prayer, and her generous service to the poor continue to inspire us to live the Gospel with courage and joy. The beautiful mosaic of St. Rose behind our main altar stands as a reminder of her witness and of the rich faith handed down through generations of this parish family.
St. Rose of Lima Parish has a long and blessed history, dating back to its founding in 1907. From its earliest days, education and faith formation have been central to our identity. St. Rose of Lima School remains a treasured part of our parish, continuing a tradition of Catholic education rooted in academic excellence, faith, and service. We are proud to form young hearts and minds to know, love, and serve God.
A vibrant parish depends on the gifts and generosity of its people. I encourage every parishioner to consider sharing your time, talent, and treasure in service to the Church. Whether through liturgical ministries, outreach to those in need, support of our school, or behind-the-scenes assistance, your involvement strengthens our parish and builds up the Kingdom of God.
Thank you for being part of the St. Rose of Lima family. May the Lord bless you and your loved ones, and may St. Rose of Lima pray for us as we continue to walk together in faith.
In Christ,
Fr. Celestine Nwakwuo, OP
Pastor, St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church
Father Celestine Nwakwuo OP
Pastor
St. Rose of Lima Elementary School
St. Rose of Lima Elementary School, rooted in Catholic values, strives to achieve educational excellence by facilitating the intellectual, spiritual, and physical growth of each child and promoting a community of faith, hope, love and service.
Watch a Typical Day at St. Rose Elementary School
