The Deaf Apostolate

"Welcome one another, then, as Christ has welcomed you,for the glory of God."    Rom 15:7
The Deaf Apostolate provides pastoral care, sacramental preparation, religious education, and  a regular schedule of Masses in American Sign Language with the Catholic community who are deaf or hard of hearing. Fostering faith formation and providing full access into the life of the church are the primary goals of the Apostolate. The Apostolate is supported in part by the Annual Catholic Charities Appeal, foundations and donations. The Deaf Apostolate is in touch with over 900 families with Deaf members. 

Come join our Catholic Deaf Community.  Join us for our weekly Masses in ASL and the other activities that renew and enliven our Catholic faith!

Welcome to Fridays with Father Sean Loomis.  Every other week a new Vlog will be posted.
These Vlogs are signed in ASL and also voiced.   This year's Vlogs will explain the CREED.  
Take some time to watch and reflect.  Share the post with family and friends.

 NEW! Deaf Catholic Seniors:   Starting Thursday, October 13^th, there will be a morning gathering of Deaf Seniors and other Deaf Adults who want to come together to pray, socialize, do a service activity and have lunch together.  The service activities will not be strenuous and will involve helping pack snack bags or lunch bags for the homeless shelters or some other kind of works of mercy.   This will take place at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center near the Cathedral in Center City. There is easy access by train and bus or paratransit.  There are limited free parking spaces available. Activities will be begin at 10:30 Am and conclude after lunch.    Click here to see the flyer for details.  Please RSVP to sr.kschipani@archphila.org if you are interested in attending by October 5^th.

Look ahead to fall and SAVE THE DATE for this Women's Conference.  Jeannine Adkins is a well known Deaf vlogger, mother and Catholic Pastoral Worker.  Don't miss her visit to Philadelphia for this great event for women!     Click here to view the details about the Deaf Track.  To register and read more details go to www.CatholicWomensConference.org. Register now to be sure to save your seat!! For mail in registration form click here.