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Seminarians Move-In To Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary To Kick-Off 2019-2020 Academic Year
Publish date: August 19, 2019The College and Theology seminarians of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will return to campus to mark the start of the academic year
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Is it time for regional synod for U.S. church to address abuse crisis?
In the face of a crisis even worse than 17 years ago, the idea of a regional synod for the Catholic Church in the United States looks increasingly appealing.
South Carolina school expels two students involved in racist videos
A Catholic high school in the Diocese of Charleston is boosting security and stepping up diversity training after expelling two students tied to racist videos and threats against the institution.
Independent Reconciliation and Reparations Program to Support Survivors of Clergy Sexual Abuse (IRRP)
The IRRP will be administered independently of Church leadership or influence and provide financial compensation to those sexually abused as minors by clergy of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. To learn more about this program or to submit a claim, please visit www.PhiladelphiaArchdioceseIRRP.com
Remain in My Love
Archbishop Chaput’s 3-year initiative for the renewal of marriage and family life in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Learn more at archphila.org/remain.
CCA 2019
Gifts made to the Catholic Charities Appeal support close to 180 ministries and programs.
Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine
The newly constructed Saint Katharine Drexel Shrine at the Cathedral Basilica in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is open for visitation and prayer. Click here to learn more.
Catholic Schools
With 141 schools across five counties, find a school that is right for you.
Explore the Archdiocese’s Elementary, Secondary, Special Education and Early Childhood Programs.
The Holy See
The official website of the Holy See is available in six languages. This website is updated regularly with news about Pope Francis, the Vatican, and issues facing the Church and the World.
Archdiocesan Audited Financial Statements and Additional Financial Information
For copies of current audited financial statements for entities of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia as well as information about the Archdiocesan Finance Council and parish financial policies, please click here.
File an EthicsPoint Report
The Archdiocese has selected EthicsPoint to provide you with a way to anonymously and confidentially report actual or possible violations of financial policies.
Our Lady of Confidence Retreat
A three day retreat at Malvern Retreat House this October 8, 9 & 10, 2019 is geared for adults with intellectual, physical or emotional disabilities. The retreat directors are Fr. Jim McGuinn and Fr. Mike Speziale and the theme is: We All Belong. For more information click here.
Liturgical Ministers Workshop
Presented by Rev. Gerald Dennis Gill, this workshop trains Liturgical Ministers as Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. This workshop takes place on Saturday, October 12, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Click here for more information.
Archdiocesan Pilgrimage in Honor of Our Blessed Mother
This pilgrimage will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC. and includes Confessions, Procession and Crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the Holy Rosary. The pilgrimage concludes with a Solemn Mass at 3:00 p.m.
Duruflé Requiem Mass
Come gather in communal remembrance of our deceased loved ones who have gone before us. The Cathedral Parish will present Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem, to be sung as part of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass on Saturday, November 2nd at 2:30 p.m. Click here for more information.
For stressed or troubled marriages
The Retrouvaille Program consists of a weekend experience with 6-12 post-weekend sessions over 3 months. It provides the tools to help put your marriage in order again. The main emphasis of the program is on communication in marriage between husband and wife.
Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction
The Church desires to be close to her children who are struggling with addiction and to bring them the healing power of Jesus Christ’s love. Visit the Hope in Christ website to find local Catholic events and resources to support you.
ANTHEM
The Office of Youth and Young Adults for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia exists to reveal the real person of Jesus, to help people discover their identity in Him, and to assure everyone that they belong in His Church.
Disabilities & Autism Help-Line
Do you need help accessing services and supports for someone with an intellectual disability or Autism? This convenient help-line can help families connect to disabilities services provided by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.