Edward J Friel, Sr Memorial

Fr. Dennis is the coordinator of Integrated Health Services (IHS). This program, offered by Holy Redeemer Health System, provides a holistic, integrated assessment of a person from a physical, psychological and spiritual perspective. Previously, from 1989 to 2006, Father O’Donnell served as the Rector and Spiritual Director of St. Joseph-in-the-Hills, today Malvern Retreat House, in Pennsylvania.

Fr. Dennis’ impressive career includes serving as a pastor at Maternity BVM Parish and a chaplain at Philadelphia State Mental Hospital, traveling to Honduras to found the orphanage Amigos de Jesus, serving as the assistant superintendent for Catholic Education in Philadelphia, earning a Ph.D. from Fordham University, and teaching at Cardinal Dougherty High School.