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Saints Philip and James School Pre-School Program Voted Best Pre-School in Chester County by the Daily Local News Readers’ Choice Awards
Saints Philip and James Parish School (SSPJ) in Exton (Chester County) was voted Best Pre-School in Chester County by the Daily Local News Readers’ Choice awards program. Each year the Daily Local News asks readers to vote on the best businesses and services in Chester County. SSPJ offers a five-day Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 program with […]
USCCB: Bishop Chairmen Urge the Supreme Court to Preserve the Right of Catholic Foster Care Agencies to Serve
Three bishop chairmen of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) have issued a statement on the oral arguments held today before the Supreme Court of the United States in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia.
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding Terror Attack in Nice, France
I was deeply saddened and troubled to learn of the attack that recently took place at Notre Dame Basilica in Nice, France.
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Death of Walter Wallace, Jr. And It’s Aftermath
In recent days emotions have again flared and spilled into the streets in the City of Philadelphia as people collectively struggle with the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of Walter Wallace, Jr.
To Celebrate National Digital Citizenship Week the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education Tech Team (AoP EdTech Team) Recognized EdTech Influencers and Digital Ambassadors Throughout the Five-County Region
The Office of Catholic Education’s AoPTech administrators honored forty-four elementary and high school educators named “EdTech Influencers,” “Digital Ambassadors,” and “Social Media Ambassadors” during the week of October 19-October 23, 2020. This is the second year of the AoP EdTech Influencer and Ambassador awards. As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s awards were […]
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on the Approach of the 2020 General Election
As Americans we hold a precious right to choose those who will govern. As Catholics, this privilege comes with a duty to vote with fully formed consciences as well as minds.
**Media Advisory**Archbishop Pérez Will Visit Saint Hubert Catholic High School for Girls and Celebrate Mass In Honor of Saint Hubert’s Feast Day**Media Advisory**
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will visit Saint Hubert Catholic High School for Girls (SHHS) in the Tacony section of Philadelphia and celebrate Mass in honor of the school’s patron saints’ feast day. Father Carl Pieber, C.M., Board Chair of SHHS and the Sub-Director of the International Miraculous Medal Association will con-celebrate. 1:00 p.m. Monday, November […]
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez upon the Naming of Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory to the College of Cardinals
In the name of the priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I extend heartfelt congratulations and prayerful best wishes to Cardinal-designate Wilton D. Gregory, Archbishop of Washington, on being named to College of Cardinals by Pope Francis.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Key Leadership Appointments to Further Its New Model for Ministry and Evangelization with Youth and Young Adults in the Five-County Metropolitan Area
Mrs. Marisally Santiago appointed Director of the Archdiocesan Office of Ministry with Youth; Mr. Matthew Davis appointed Director of the Archdiocesan Office of Ministry with Young Adults
The Communities Of Don Guanella And Divine Providence Celebrates Feast Day Of Patron Saint Luigi Guanella And Marks 60th Anniversary Of Don Guanella Village
The spiritual legacy and heritage of Saint Luigi Guanella remains an integral part of the mission of the Intellectual Disabilities Division of Catholic Social Services.