“Urgent cases need urgent solutions” says the prayer of Saint Expedite. Here, at the Capela Santo Expedito in São Paulo that urgency finds a home.
Capela Santo Expedito stands as a beacon of faith. It serves the Military Police of São Paulo. This chapel offers solace and spiritual guidance. It is located on Rua Doutor Jorge Miranda.
In 2023, the Capelão-Chefe do Serviço de Assistência Religiosa do Exército visited the Capelania Militar Santo Expedito. Coronel Marcelo José de Sousa led this technical visit. He met with Pe. Hélio Pereira de Campos Vergueiro Filho. Pe. Hélio is from the Arquidiocese de São Paulo. He is the current Capelão.
Pe. Hélio showcased the Capelania Militar’s facilities. He also discussed the ongoing activities. Pe. Reni Nogueira dos Santos, Capelão do Comando Militar do Sudeste, accompanied the visit.
The Capela Militar Santo Expedito offers several masses throughout the week. On Mondays, there is a mass at 5 PM. Wednesdays feature a mass at 12:10 PM. Thursdays also have a mass at 5 PM. Saturdays offer a mass at 10 AM. Sundays have masses at 8 AM, 10 AM, and 4 PM. The 19th of each month is especially important. It marks the Missa Santo Expedito.
The Secretaria is open for assistance during the week. From Monday to Friday, it’s open from 8 AM to 12 PM. It reopens from 2 PM to 6 PM. On Saturdays, the Secretaria is available from 8 AM to 12 PM.
The prayer to Santo Expedito resonates deeply within these walls. It speaks of urgent help in times of affliction. Many seek his protection and strength. They ask for courage and serenity. People request help overcoming difficult hours. They seek protection from harm and peace for their families.
Santo Expedito is known as the saint of urgent causes. Devotees express their gratitude. They promise to spread his name. They share his message of faith.
As you stand before the Capela Santo Expedito feel its calming embrace. Let the spirit of Santo Expedito inspire you. Find strength in faith and community. Remember that even in the busiest city help is always a prayer away.