St. John Neumann Parish
September 30, 2026
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St. John Neumann Parish in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was officially established on December 16, 1978, following a rapid period of growth and community dedication on the city's east side.
Historical Milestones
- June 19, 1977: The new church site was dedicated on the exact same day that Bishop John Neumann was canonized as a saint in Rome.
- 1978: The parish was canonically founded on December 16, 1978, with Father John Acri serving as its first pastor through May 1980.
- Early Beginnings: The community initially gathered for its first Masses at a temporary site on East Delp Road before a permanent structure was blessed by Msgr. William H. Keeler.
- 2020: Marking a major educational milestone for the local Catholic community, the new St. John Neumann Catholic School opened on the parish campus, anchoring itself in the traditions of the former St. Anne School.
Today, located at 601 E. Delp Road, the parish serves a thriving community with active ministries, a religious education center, and its parish school.