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September 19, 2019

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: Father James Martin and Catholic Belief

Father James Martin, S.J., spoke at St. Joseph’s University earlier this week (Tuesday, September 17) on themes related to his book Building A Bridge.

September 19, 2019

Catholic Housing And Community Services’ Saint John Neumann Place II To Host Inspirational Retreat Series For Seniors Featuring Nationally Renowned Speakers

Catholic Housing and Community Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s (CHCS), Saint John Neumann Place II (SJNPII), will host the inspirational series, “Vibrant Spirit,” a retreat program designed for older adults. This series, produced in partnership with Malvern Retreat House, is designed to explore the challenges many older adults may face including illness, self-doubt, loss […]

September 19, 2019

Catholic Social Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia To Observe National Recovery Month By Participating In Local Community Events

Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS) will observe National Recovery Month by once again participating in local community events to raise awareness of substance use disorders and celebrate individuals in long-term recovery.

September 18, 2019

USCCB Poll: Americans Support Conscience Protection for Healthcare Professionals

Two new polls have revealed widespread discrimination against healthcare workers of faith, as well as broad public support for conscience rights laws and protections.

September 18, 2019

Nutritional Development Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia To Participate In Hunger Action Month By Hosting A Peanut Butter And Jelly Drive

NDS anticipates collecting 50,000 pounds of peanut butter and jelly by the end of the drive.

September 16, 2019

Saint John’s Hospice To Celebrate 6th Annual Fall Fling Gala At The American Swedish Historical Museum

Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), will host its 6th annual Fall Fling Gala with dinner, auctions, music and entertainment at the American Swedish Historical Museum.

September 15, 2019

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Priest Found Unsuitable for Ministry

Reverend Christopher D. Lucas has been found unsuitable for ministry based on a substantiated allegation that he sexually abused a minor in the early 1970s.

September 13, 2019

Delaware County Community College and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Reach Agreement of Sale for the Former Archbishop Prendergast High School Building

Delaware County Community College and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are proud to announce jointly that they have signed an agreement of sale, saving the historic former Archbishop Prendergast High School building at Garrett Road and Lansdowne Avenue in Drexel Hill.

September 12, 2019

Bishop Philipose Mar Stephanos to Celebrate Mass at Annual Indian Catholic Heritage Day

Celebrating one faith and many traditions