A Monk in the City: Brother Jeremiah

Brother Jeremiah is a monk with the Ecumenical Order of Charity, living a modern monastic life rooted in community, service, and compassion. Rather than withdrawing from the world, he is deeply engaged in it—building relationships, serving neighbors, and integrating spirituality into everyday life.

A proud Puerto Rican born in Brooklyn and raised in Philadelphia, Brother Jeremiah works in healthcare as a Trauma Advocate and Case Manager, accompanying individuals and families through moments of crisis and healing. He also serves in pastoral ministry with St. Miriam Old Catholic Church in Pennsylvania, where he celebrates Eucharist and preaches regularly. 

Outside of his professional work, he is an enthusiastic cook who loves gathering friends and neighbors around the table at Bethlehem House and is an avid Philadelphia’s sports teams' fan. His passion for service extends beyond his profession, especially in his commitment to supporting the poor, the homeless, and those living on the margins, both locally and abroad.

In 2021, he founded Bethlehem House Ministries, a charitable nonprofit entity registered in the state of Pennsylvania dedicated to providing material, emotional, and spiritual support to those in need.

Grounded in the intentional practices of Gratitude, Kindness, and Mindfulness, this ministry seeks to foster:

• breaking the bread of compassion, food and fellowship,
• celebrating companionship, friendship and community,
  and
• sharing the love and mercy of the All Holy One with ALL people!

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If you'd like a quiet place to pause, you can explore our reflections here →

Click on this link to learn more about the community to which Brother Jeremiah belongs, the Ecumenical Order of Charity.

Ecumenical Order of Charity | For the Sake of the Kingdom 

Click on this link to learn more about the all-inclusive Christian community with which Brother Jeremiah is proud to share ministry.

Welcome to Saint Miriam Parish & Friary - Saint Miriam Parish & School 

Click on this link to learn more about the Trauma Advocacy and Violence Prevention work that Brother Jeremiah is so proud to be an integral part of in our city. 

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