Corpus Christi (Diocese of Harrisburg)

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Corpus Christi
City:

Chambersburg, PA

Website: https://cburgcatholic.org/
Email:

dmccarty@cburgcatholic.org

Corpus Christi is in Pennsylvania (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Harrisburg.

It is dedicated to Corpus Christi.

Location

It is located at 320 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, PA 17201.

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History

Corpus Christi Parish in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, was established in 1874 to serve the growing Catholic population in Franklin County. The parish's history is intertwined with the development of the local community, reflecting the expansion of Catholicism in the area during the late 19th century. The original church was built to accommodate the needs of immigrants seeking work in the burgeoning industries of the time.[1]

The current church structure was constructed in the early 20th century, embodying Gothic Revival architecture, which is common in many Catholic churches from that era. Over the years, Corpus Christi has undergone several renovations to meet the changing needs of its congregation, including expansions to accommodate more parishioners and improvements to its facilities.[2]

Corpus Christi Catholic School was founded alongside the parish to provide Catholic education, starting with only a few students and growing to serve grades PreK-8. The school has been a key part of the parish's mission to educate and form the youth in Catholic doctrine and values, maintaining a strong academic program alongside its faith-based teachings.[3]

The parish has been under the leadership of various pastors over the years, each contributing to the spiritual and communal life of the parishioners. Corpus Christi is known for its active parish life, including numerous ministries that serve both the parish community and the broader Chambersburg area through outreach programs.[4]

Related parishes

  • St. Thomas the Apostle, Mercersburg, PA
  • St. Mary, Waynesboro, PA

References

  1. ↑ "About Us". https://cburgcatholic.org/about-us. 
  2. ↑ "Corpus Christi - Chambersburg". https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/corpus-christi-chambersburg/. 
  3. ↑ "Corpus Christi Catholic School". https://www.cccschambersburg.org/. 
  4. ↑ "Corpus Christi". https://discovermass.com/church/corpus-christi-chambersburg-pa. 
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