About St. Patrick · White Haven, Pennsylvania
St. Patrick Parish in White Haven, Pennsylvania, is a Catholic faith community in the Diocese of Scranton founded in 1874. Rooted in the mission to proclaim the Word of God, celebrate the Sacraments, and serve others, the parish welcomes a diverse community of parishioners. It offers regular Masses, Eucharistic adoration, sacramental preparation, and active parish organizations. The parish is served by Parish Administrator Rev. Michael J. Kloton and Sacramental Minister Rev. Peter O'Rourke.
- Established
- 1874
- Patron
- Saint Patrick
- Rector
- Rev. Michael J. Kloton (Parish Administrator)
- Diocese
- Diocese of Scranton
Why belong here
St. Patrick Parish offers a welcoming, close-knit community focused on faith formation, sacramental life, and service. Parishioners can grow through RCIA, faith formation for all ages, Eucharistic adoration, and active organizations such as the Women of St. Patrick, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Knights of Columbus.
Mass times at St. Patrick
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
- Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Adoration times
- First Friday 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Mission Statement
We, the parishioners of St. Patrick Parish, are called to strengthen our faith by proclaiming the Word of God, celebrating the Sacraments, and serving others within a diverse and welcoming community.
Parish Staff
- Parish Administrator: Rev. Michael J. Kloton
- Sacramental Minister: Rev. Peter O'Rourke
- Financial Secretary: Maureen Feissner
- Parish Secretary: Jean Price
- Religious Education: Linda Kistler and Susan Roman
- Religious Education Administrative Coordinator: Holly Jeziorski
- Women of St. Patrick: Donna Jeziorski
- Cemetery: Ed Price
Ministries and Organizations
- RCIA: Meetings announced
- Liturgy Committee: Monthly
- Women of St. Patrick's: Meetings announced
- Faith Formation: Sundays 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (October through May)
- Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH): Meetings announced
- Knights of Columbus Council 10616: Meetings announced
Sacramental Preparation
- Marriage: Six-month preparation period required by the Diocese of Scranton; contact the parish office before making plans.
- Baptism: Parents must attend a Baptism preparation class; call the parish office to arrange.
- RCIA: Adults interested in Confirmation or full communion should call the parish office.
- Reconciliation (Penance): Confessions heard each Saturday 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM and Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM, or by appointment.
- First Friday Calls: Homebound parishioners can receive Communion at least once a month.