Press Releases

Martha’s Choice Marketplace In Montgomery County Launches Community Cooks Program For Food Pantry Clients

December 6th, 2017

Martha’s Choice Marketplace, a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia recently received a $2,000 grant from The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia and a $10,000 grant from the Patricia Kind Family Foundation in support of its newly-established nutrition education program, “Community Cooks.”

Saint John the Evangelist Parish to Celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving Following Beatification of Father Solanus Casey

December 1st, 2017

Father Casey is only the second man born in the United States to be beatified.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Offers Opportunity for Bidders to Own Historic FIAT 500L Used by Pope Francis During 2015 Philadelphia Visit

November 29th, 2017

Today, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced that it is auctioning a FIAT 500L used by Pope Francis for transportation during his historic visit to Philadelphia in September 2015.

Norris Square Senior Community Center To Host Thanksgiving Celebration For Senior Adults

November 21st, 2017

Norris Square Senior Community Center, a ministry of Catholic Health Care Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will host a special Thanksgiving celebration for approximately 135 senior adults.

Five Graduates of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Elected to Chair United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committees

November 21st, 2017

The five committee chairmen-elect will serve one year before beginning three-year terms at the conclusion of the USCCB’s 2018 Fall General Assembly.  

Pope Francis Names Nine Archdiocesan Priests as Chaplains to His Holiness with the Title of Monsignor

November 21st, 2017

Nine priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia have been named Chaplains to His Holiness by Pope Francis with the title Monsignor. All studied at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary and were ordained to the Priesthood by the late John Cardinal Krol. In addition, each has served in priestly ministry for more than 40 years. They are […]

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Host 30th Annual Christmas Concert and Open House

November 20th, 2017

Future priests will guide tours through this historic Catholic landmark where visitors can view artwork treasures from the Seminary’s collection, Papal artifacts from Pope Francis’ visit in 2015, explore the daily life of seminarians and learn about educational programs open to the general public.

Members Of The Philadelphia Knights Of Columbus Chapter To Serve Thanksgiving Dinner At Saint John’s Hospice

November 17th, 2017

For the 54th consecutive year, 25 members of the Philadelphia Knights of Columbus Chapter will serve a traditional Thanksgiving meal to approximately 300 impoverished and homeless men at Saint John’s Hospice.

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Continues 2017-2018 Concert Series with Westminster Williamson Voices

November 16th, 2017

Led by James Jordan, the Grammy-nominated ensemble returns to the Cathedral Basilica with a diverse and inspiring program showcasing the choir’s distinctive artistry and rich palette of choral colors in music by a wide range of composers exploring spirituality.

Conwell-Egan Catholic High School Receives Historic Gift From the Danaher Lynch Family Foundation

November 16th, 2017

Alumni Give $5 million to School Equaling the Largest Philanthropic Gift Ever Received by an Archdiocesan High School