The Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing has partnered with the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Philadelphia to hold a town hall meeting to discuss the mortal sin of racism and its effect on society. All people of goodwill are welcome to attend.

Saturday, June 24, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
(Registration & Refreshments 8:30 a.m.)
Mount Saint Joseph Convent Auditorium
9701 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19118

The day will begin with prayer and a faith testimony from Honorable Lucretia Clemons . There will also be a special showing of the commission’s new film that emphasizes the mortal sin of racism, the importance of racial harmony, and respect for every person. Everyone present will take part in small group discussions and healing exercises.

Those interested in attending the town hall meeting can register via the dedicated link below.  There is no cost to attend the meeting. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeclT4kYZ7qibsxJLZ9LgAAtl4SruLImhYEyZRqqtZjSpBnIA/viewform

Background on the Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez launched the Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing in 2021. The Commission is composed of 18 people and represents the diversity of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia by race, age, gender, and language.

The Commission is composed of clergy as well as lay men and women from city and suburban parishes. To read Catholic Philly’s coverage about the Commission for Racial Healing, please click here.

For more information about the Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing, please contact Reverend Stephen D. Thorne by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (215) 815-9337.

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Contact: Ellen Gallagher
Communications Coordinator
215-587-3747 (Office)