Press Releases

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

November 8th, 2018

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.

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

November 8th, 2018

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.

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

November 7th, 2018

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 […]

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

November 2nd, 2018

Portraits by Renowned Photographer Jeremy Cowart to Spark Critical Conversations

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

October 30th, 2018

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

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

October 29th, 2018

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

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

October 29th, 2018

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, […]

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

October 29th, 2018

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

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

October 26th, 2018

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.