Press Releases
The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Releases Inspirational And Instructional Videos Ahead Of The Projected Resumption Of The Public Celebration Of Mass In The Five-County Region
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has released a series of inspirational and instructional videos as public Masses resume across the five-county region beginning the weekend of June 6-7, 2020.
The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Releases “Back To Mass” Video Testimonies From Local Catholics Ahead Of The Projected Resumption Of The Public Celebration Of Mass In The Five-County Region
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia (AOP) released video testimonies from local Catholics eagerly anticipating a return to the public celebration of Mass after their prolonged fast from the Eucharist as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and related social restrictions.
Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Receives $150,000 Grant From The Connelly Foundation to Help Provide Continued Support to Vulnerable Populations Impacted By the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
The awarded funds will benefit three vital service areas operated by CSS critically impacted by the virus.
USCCB: Statement of U.S. Bishop Chairmen in Wake of Death of George Floyd and National Protests
WASHINGTON – Seven U.S. bishop chairmen of committees within the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops have issued a statement in the wake of the death of Mr. George Floyd and the protests which have broken out in Minneapolis and in other cities in the United States.
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Death of George Floyd
The hearts of Americans across the country are joined together in collective mourning following the tragic, disturbing, and unnecessary death of George Floyd.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Issues Pastoral Letter On The Occasion Of The Solemnity Of Pentecost And Calls Catholics To Come Home To Church
In just a few days, we will celebrate the great Solemnity of Pentecost, the close of Easter Time.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Live Stream Mass for the Extended Pentecost Vigil with the Special Intention of Imploring an End to The COVID-19 Pandemic
Faithful throughout the five-county Archdiocese of Philadelphia are encouraged to virtually participate in the Extended Form of the Vigil Mass for the Solemnity of Pentecost to implore an end to the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Sends Letter to the Muslim Community on the Occasion of Eid Al-Fitr
Greetings to all of my sisters and brothers of the Muslim faith tradition as you begin the celebration of Eid al-Fitr! I wish to offer a greeting of peace and my congratulations on the conclusion of your month long vigil of fasting, prayer, and works of mercy.
Statement from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Regarding the Projected Resumption of the Public Celebration of Mass in the Five-County Region
In mid-March, the celebration of public Mass was suspended in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the obligation for the faithful to attend Mass was dispensed.