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November 8, 2018

ARCHBISHOP CHARLES J. CHAPUT, O.F.M. Cap. ANNOUNCES ESTABLISHMENT OF INDEPENDENT RECONCILIATION AND REPARATIONS PROGRAM TO SUPPORT SURVIVORS OF CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE

Today’s announcement follows a pledge made by Archbishop Chaput in September to spearhead a program administered independently of Church leadership or influence that will provide financial compensation and support for those sexually abused as minors by Archdiocesan clergy.

November 8, 2018

El arzobispo Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. anuncia el establecimiento del programa de Reparaciones Independientes y Reconciliación para sobrevivientes de abuso sexual infantil

El anuncio de hoy sigue a una promesa hecha por el arzobispo Chaput en septiembre para encabezar un programa administrado independientemente del liderazgo de la Iglesia o de influencias que proporcionará compensación financiera y apoyo a los menores por abusos sexuales de parte del clero de la Arquidiócesis.

November 7, 2018

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul 2018 – 2019 Concert Series

Experience the best in Sacred and Classical Music in a Cathedral Setting Concerts at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is proud to present its 8th season of concerts highlighting Philadelphia’s rich choral tradition alongside inspiring ensembles from around the world at the historic Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. The concert series […]

November 2, 2018

“Be Unafraid” Traveling Photo Exhibit Brings Stories of Migrants and Refugees to Philadelphia

Portraits by Renowned Photographer Jeremy Cowart to Spark Critical Conversations

October 30, 2018

Saint Anne’s Senior Community Center To Host Annual Halloween Party

Saint Anne’s Senior Community Center will hold its annual Halloween party for nearly 50 older adults.

October 29, 2018

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: Synod 2018: Some Concluding Thoughts

It’s good to be home, and I’m grateful to all those who offered their prayers and support for the meeting’s success.

October 29, 2018

STATEMENT OF ARCHBISHOP CHARLES J. CHAPUT, O.F.M. Cap. REGARDING SHOOTING AT PITTSBURGH SYNAGOGUE

Religious and ethnic hatred is vile in any form, but the ugly record of the last century is a lesson in the special evil of anti-Semitism.  That evil has not been stamped out.  Rather, it has been resurgent in many areas of the world for the last several decades.  It has no place in America, […]

October 29, 2018

Catholic Charities Appeal Selects The Communities Of Don Guanella And Divine Providence As Its #GivingTuesday Beneficiary

The Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) will once again participate in #GivingTuesday, an annual observance that encourages philanthropy and celebrates generosity.

October 26, 2018

SAINT KATHARINE DREXEL’S NEW TOMB TO BE UNVEILED AT THE CATHEDRAL BASILICA OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

Reverend G. Dennis Dennis Gill, Rector of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, will provide a preview of the tomb that was newly constructed for Saint Katharine Drexel following the transfer of her sacred remains to the Cathedral earlier this year.