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Religious organization · PA · est. 1847 · Verified -4.2627093521412 days ago

The National Shrine of St. John Neumann

1019 North Fifth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
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4.9 · 351 Google reviews

About The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


The National Shrine of St. John Neumann is a Catholic Religious organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania located at 1019 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, United States. The National Shrine of St. John Neumann was founded in 1847. As of April 2026, The National Shrine of St. John Neumann holds a 4.9-star rating across 351 Google reviews. The The National Shrine of St. John Neumann parish office answers at +1 215-627-3080.

he National Shrine of St. John Neumann is a Catholic national shrine dedicated to John Neumann, the fourth Bishop of Philadelphia and the first American male to be canonized.

Patron saint of The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


Saint John

John, Apostle & Evangelist

Feast day: Dec 27

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5 other churches named in honor of Saint John are indexed in Churches List. The most-reviewed of those appear below.

When does The National Shrine of St. John Neumann hold services?


The National Shrine of St. John Neumann publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 9 am–6:30 pm, Thursday 9 am–6:30 pm, Friday 9 am–6:30 pm, Saturday 10 am–6:30 pm, Sunday 7:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday 9 am–6:30 pm, Tuesday 9 am–6:30 pm. All times are local to Philadelphia, PA.

Wednesday
9 am–6:30 pm
Thursday
9 am–6:30 pm
Friday
9 am–6:30 pm
Saturday
10 am–6:30 pm
Sunday
7:30 am–4:30 pm
Monday
9 am–6:30 pm
Tuesday
9 am–6:30 pm

Where is The National Shrine of St. John Neumann located?


The National Shrine of St. John Neumann is located at 1019 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, United States. The building sits at coordinates 39.96990, -75.14491, placing it in Philadelphia, PA 19123.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


The ZIP code 19123 area around The National Shrine of St. John Neumann is home to 18,474 residents with a median household income of $91,092 and a median age of 33.3 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

18,474 Residents in ZIP 19123
33.3 Median age
$91,092 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


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 parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Wednesday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

Your Sunday at The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


Service window 7:30 am–4:30 pm
Weather (NWS) Chance Rain Showers · 59°F
Nearest transit Girard Avenue & 5th Street · 108 ft
Coffee after Las Cazuelas · 249 ft

The National Shrine of St. John Neumann by the numbers


179 Years of continuous worship since 1847
70 m Published height
351 Google reviews to date
Romanesque Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


What denomination is The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
What are the service times at The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
Published hours: Wednesday 9 am–6:30 pm, Thursday 9 am–6:30 pm, Friday 9 am–6:30 pm, Saturday 10 am–6:30 pm, Sunday 7:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday 9 am–6:30 pm, Tuesday 9 am–6:30 pm
What is the phone number for The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
You can reach the parish at +1 215-627-3080.
Where is The National Shrine of St. John Neumann located?
The parish is located at 1019 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, United States.
When was The National Shrine of St. John Neumann founded?
Founded in 1847.
Who is the patron saint of The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
Saint John (John, Apostle & Evangelist). Feast day: Dec 27.
How do visitors rate The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 351 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of The National Shrine of St. John Neumann?
The National Shrine of St. John Neumann is a Romanesque Revival architecture building.

Photographs of The National Shrine of St. John Neumann


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