About Mater Dolorosa
Mater Dolorosa is a Catholic church located at 1676 Ruan St., Philadelphia, PA, 19124. You can reach Mater Dolorosa at +12155354036.
Where is Mater Dolorosa located?
Mater Dolorosa is located at 1676 Ruan St., Philadelphia, PA, 19124. The building sits at coordinates 40.00934, -75.08717, placing it in Philadelphia, PA 19124.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Frankford Avenue & Ruan Street · SEPTA 617 ft
- Church · SEPTA 653 ft
- Church · SEPTA 676 ft
- Frankford Avenue & Church Street · SEPTA 689 ft
- Church · SEPTA 732 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, May 29, 2026.
The neighborhood around Mater Dolorosa
The ZIP code 19124 area around Mater Dolorosa is home to 72,919 residents with a median household income of $44,683 and a median age of 32.3 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Mater Dolorosa
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Your Sunday at Mater Dolorosa
Questions and answers about Mater Dolorosa
- What denomination is Mater Dolorosa?
- This church is part of the Catholic tradition.
- Where is Mater Dolorosa located?
- Mater Dolorosa is located at 1676 Ruan St., Philadelphia, PA, 19124.
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