Press Releases

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: The Epidemic and its Cure

August 24th, 2017

The reason the Church names anger as one of the seven “deadly” sins is because it’s simultaneously so poisonous, so delicious, and so addictive.  Anger congeals quite comfortably into hatred. 

Seminarians Move-in to Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Kick-Off 2017-2018 Academic Year

August 21st, 2017

The College and Theology seminarians of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will return to campus to mark the start of the academic year on Tuesday, August 22nd beginning with registration and moving-in to the dorms.

Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Regarding Racial Violence in Charlottesville, Virginia

August 13th, 2017

Racism 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.

Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia To Co-Host The First WINE National Catholic Women’s Conference

August 9th, 2017

The Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia along with WINE (Women In the New Evangelization) invites women of all ages to come together for a day of inspiration, faith, fellowship, and fun at the inaugural WINE National Catholic Women’s Conference.  A sell-out crowd of 1200 women is expected.

Catholic Social Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Provides 25 High School Youth Educationally Enriched Work Opportunities

August 9th, 2017

For the seventh consecutive year, Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is implementing the Summer WorkReady Program managed by the Philadelphia Youth Network. This summer, CSS has provided 25 high school students with educationally enriched work opportunities at various Out-of-School Time program sites.

Bishop Edward M. Deliman to Celebrate Mass at Annual Indian Catholic Heritage Day

August 8th, 2017

Celebrating one faith and many traditions

Philadelphia Catholics to be Commissioned Father Tolton Ambassadors; Will Promote the Sainthood Cause and Life of Our Nation’s First Black Catholic Priest

August 4th, 2017

Tolton Ambassadors are commissioned to share information with the faithful about the significance of Father Tolton’s Cause for Sainthood; promote prayer for the success of this cause; and educate others about the life and impact of Father Tolton.

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: A Moment for Women in the New Evangelization

August 3rd, 2017

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: “A Moment for Women in the New Evangelization”
When an event sells out five weeks in advance with 300 people on a waiting list, it’s safe to conclude a few things. First, the event matters. Second, it’s meeting a serious need. Third, the topic greatly interests its intended audience.