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October 2, 2020

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Calls on All People of Goodwill to Virtually Participate in the “Prayers for Our City: From Our Traditions” Interfaith Prayer Gathering

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez encourages all people of goodwill throughout the region to participate virtually in the Prayers for Our City: From Our Traditions interfaith prayer gathering on Monday, October 5, 2020.

October 1, 2020

USCCB: U.S. Bishops’ Education Chairman Decries Exclusion of Catholic School Students and Families from Revised HEROES Act

As soon as today, the U.S. House of Representatives will consider House Democrats’ new COVID-19 aid package, the revised Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act. The bill includes $225 billion for education, including $182 billion for K-12 schools.

September 30, 2020

USCCB President and Migration Chair Celebrate 15 Years of Justice for Immigrants Initiative

In 2004, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) made immigration reform a major public policy priority of the Catholic Church in the United States.

September 30, 2020

The Shrine of Saint Katharine Drexel to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Her Canonization at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter And Paul

Faithful throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are invited to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the canonization of Saint Katharine Drexel, a native Philadelphian and the second American-born citizen to be canonized by the Catholic Church.

September 29, 2020

USCCB: Catholic Leaders Call on President and Congress to Support Additional COVID-19 Relief for Those in Need

In light of the current needs affecting our nation as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), signed a joint letter along with leaders of the Catholic Health Association of the United States, Catholic Charities USA, the National Catholic Educational Association, Catholic Relief Services, the United States Society of St. Vincent de Paul, and the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities urging immediate action to provide relief for those in need.

September 29, 2020

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Honor Ray Didinger at the 5th Annual John Cardinal Foley Symposium

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will host its 5th annual John Cardinal Foley Symposium in celebration of World Communications Day on Tuesday, October 1, 2020.

September 28, 2020

Archdiocese Of Philadelphia To Observe 106th World Day Of Migrants And Refugees By Holding Virtual Rosary Rally On The Feast Of Saint John Paul II

Our local gathering to express solidarity with the efforts of the Universal Church will take place on Thursday, October 22nd and coincide with the Feast of Saint John Paul II.

September 28, 2020

USCCB: U.S. Bishops’ Pro-Life Chair Applauds President’s Executive Order Ensuring Legal Protections for Babies

Last night, President Trump released an executive order to ensure that federally-funded hospitals are aware of, and compliant with, current legal protections intended to ensure that babies born prematurely or with disabilities receive a medical assessment and appropriate care.

September 28, 2020

Residents From Catholic Housing And Community Services Affordable Senior Housing Communities Offer Virtual Advice To Students As New School Year Gets Underway

The short video, titled “From Seniors to Students: Back to School Advice,” features senior residents ranging up to 97 years of age offering students some helpful advice on school and how to navigate these challenging times

September 27, 2020

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Sends Letter to the Jewish Community on the Occasion of Yom Kippur

Dear Friends, In the name of the clergy, religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I extend cordial greetings to our brothers and sisters of the Jewish faith tradition as you prepare for the solemn observance of Yom Kippur.  This holiest of times on your calendar calls for prayer and deep personal reflection […]