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Letter of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. to the Jewish Community at Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur
Publish date: September 20, 2017The Archbishop offers his prayerful greetings as the Jewish community celebrates the solemn observances of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
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Bishop, Caritas staffer say situation in Mexico serious, much aid needed
"The situation is complicated, because the first earthquake (Sept. 7) had already affected thousands of people in Chiapas and Oaxaca," Alberto Arciniega, head of communications for Caritas Mexico.
Rothers still rooted to land where martyred priest and siblings grew up
Tom Rother is a brother to the first U.S.-born martyr, Father Stanley Rother, who will be beatified Sept. 23 in Oklahoma City. He was gunned down in 1981 in the Guatemalan village where he ministered.
Strangers in a Strange Land
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput has authored a new book offering guidance on how Christians―and particularly Catholics―can live their faith vigorously in a post-Christian public square. Click here to learn more and order your copy.
Concerts at the Cathedral Basilica
Experience World Renowned Artists in Pennsylvania’s Largest Cathedral
Pastoral Guidelines for Implementing Amoris Laetitia in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
The Apostolic Exhortation Amoris Laetitia completes the reflection on the family conducted by the Synods of 2014 and 2015, a reflection that engaged the entire world.
Holy Land Pilgrimage
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia invites you on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land February 1 – 11, 2018. Explore towns and shrines throughout Israel including Bethlehem, Nazareth, and the Sea of Galilee.
Office for Divine Worship Workshops
The Office for Divine Worship offers workshops for lectors and ministers of Holy Communion that are designed to provide ongoing formation for this important liturgical ministry.
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.
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.
Normas pastorales para la implementación de Amoris Laetitia Arquidiócesis de Filadelfia
La exhortación apostólica Amoris Laetitia completa la reflexión sobre la familia llevada a cabo por los Sínodos sobre la Familia del 2014 y 2015, una reflexión que ha envuelto al mundo entero.
Archdiocesan Revival
Office for Black Catholics invites all to its Two Night Spiritual Revival at 7:00 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Ss. Peter and Paul on September 25th and 26th beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a Choir Prelude. Experience a spiritual reawakening. Listen to inspiring preaching. Sing praise and worship.
Reboot! Live! With Chris Stefanick
REBOOT! is the fun, inspiring and practical experience of applying the beauty and genius of the heart of the Gospel to every aspect of your life. Oct 4 in Sellersville, Oct 5 in Lafayette Hill.
WINE Catholic Women’s Conference
Join over 1,000 women for the first-ever WINE National Catholic Women’s Conference! Sat, Oct 21, 2017, 8:30am-4pm, Doylestown, PA
100th Anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima
The year 2017 marks 100 years since Our Lady appeared in Fatima, Portugal. Learn how the Archdiocese is celebrating!
Youth Ministry
Archdiocesan Office of Youth and Young Adults Announces Name Change to ANTHEM, reflecting desire to reinvigorate outreach to youth and young adults and engage them with the Catholic faith in meaningful ways.
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.
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