The complex contains the Kolbe Center, Sears Street Hall, Rectory, Convent and the huge sandstone church that towers over the neighborhood.

Completed in 1907, Corpus Christi's imposing facade is wrought of Hummelstown brownstone quarried in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.

[5] In June 2003, the Franciscan Friars decided that they could no longer administer to the community due to financial and other concerns.

This announcement led to the creation of a committee named "The Friends of Corpus Christi", who sought to find another order to lead the faithful.

This search yielded results when the Pauline Fathers agreed to take over the Church property and continue the rich heritage.