Knights of Columbus San Salvador Council #283
Parishes & Partner Organizations
The Knights of Columbus San Salvador Council works to support the Catholic parishes, schools and lay organizations of South Philadelphia, as well as the many Catholic charities and social services within the city of Philadelphia. Through the support of our parishes and the South Philadelphia community we seek to serve where we are needed; developing parish life, growing lay ministries, providing outreach to the community and raising money and other donations to support our many projects for those in need.
Epiphany of Our Lord Parish
The Council’s official home parish, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish is the location of our monthly meetings, our annual Father McGivney Mass, and the home of our Worthy Chaplain, Rev. James R. Casey.
Address: 1121 Jackson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Saint Paul Parish & Saint Mary Magdalen de Pazzi Church
Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Italian Market, Saint Paul Parish is now run by the Augustinian Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova under the leadership of Rev. Paul W. Galetto. Saint Paul’s hosts the South Philadelphia Procession of the Saints between its two churches at the annual Italian Market Festival every May, and is at the heart of our council’s awareness campaign for the cause for sainthood of the Philadelphia Augustinian priest, Father Bill Atkinson. It is also the location of our partner young adult ministry, The MIX.
Formed in 1852 by Bishop John Neumann to meet the spiritual needs of Philadelphia's Italian immigrant community, Saint Mary Magdalen de Pazzi church housed the first Italian national parish in the United States.
Saint Paul Parish has been officially covered by the San Salvador Council since 2020.
St. Paul Address: 923 Christian Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Saint Mary Magdalen de Pazzi Address: 712 Montrose Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
The MIX Philly
The National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia
At the heart of our Council’s devotion to our beloved patroness lies the The National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia. Covered by the San Salvador Council since 2020, the National Shrine is a South Philadelphia landmark.
Address: 1166 S Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19147
Saint Nicholas of Tolentine
Partners
Daughters of St. Rita
Mission: A group of women who want to volunteer and support the community through events, fundraising, and supporting other organizations to build a sense of community within the parish and neighborhood.
Meetings: 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6pm -7pm at the rectory of Epiphany of Our Lord Parish.
Join: For more information please contact Michael Werner or visit kofc283philly.org/daughters to lean more.No sign up or commitment required. Come join us and learn more about how to get involved.
Phone 330 720 0512;
Email wernermt33@gmail.com
ECO Philly
As part of the Laudato Si' Movement, the ECO Philly mission is to establish a network of creation care teams throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia that achieve measurable improvements in their local environment.
Young Catholic Professionals Philadelphia
Young Catholic Professionals is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to challenge, train and inspire young adults working in various professions to work in witness for Christ. YCP brings together young adults and seasoned business professionals in a variety of events to foster Catholic identity, encourage community and inspire action.
Legacy of Life Foundation
Empowering life change.
Investing in educating inspiring and supporting women in unplanned pregnancies to find the strength to choose life