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STATEMENT OF ARCHBISHOP CHARLES J. CHAPUT, O.F.M. CAP. REGARDING RACIAL VIOLENCE IN CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA
Publish date: August 13, 2017Racism is a poison of the soul. It’s the ugly, original sin of our country, an illness that has never fully healed. Blending it with the Nazi salute, the relic of a regime that murdered millions, compounds the obscenity. Thus the wave of public anger about white nationalist events in Charlottesville this weekend is well warranted. We especially need to pray for those injured in the violence.
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Readings of the holy Mass – Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
‘Am I Mexican?’ — 6-year-old’s view of race spurs a timely talk
This is a time for all Catholics, starting with our bishops, schools and parishes, to lead frank conversations about race and racism for the sake of a healthy society, our faith communities and our children, writes Hosffman Ospino.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Philadelphia Catholic Grandparents Conference
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Join with Grandparents for a day of learning, sharing, prayer and support!
“Pass on our faith and keep prayer at the heart of the family”
The AbbeyFest: Faith, Music & Family Festival
The premier celebration of family, friends, and contemporary Catholic/Christian music in the greater Philadelphia area. Over 3,000 kids, teens, and parents attended last year! September 16, Paoli, PA
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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