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October 30, 2017

Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Catechetical Formation Holds Youth Rally for Close to 6,000 Freshman and Sophomore Students

On Monday, October 30th, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Catechetical Formation hosts its 2nd annual METANOIA Rally for freshmen and sophomores in high school at The Liacouras Center at Temple University. METANOIA is a Greek word meaning “to turn around.” Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. will provide opening remarks and lead participants in prayer to open the day.

October 26, 2017

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminarians Host “Theology on Tap”

Seminarians at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will host “Theology on Tap,” a relaxed gathering for young people to come and hear a featured speaker discuss ideas and topics that are relevant to the Catholic faith, all while enjoying food, drinks and live music performed by the seminary’s house band. Christine Flowers, an attorney and columnist, […]

October 25, 2017

Nutritional Development Services Celebrates The Completion Of The 2017 Peanut Butter And Jelly Drive

Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate the successful completion of the 2017 Peanut Butter and Jelly (PB&J) Drive in conjunction with nearly 40 schools and Parish Religious Education Programs

October 24, 2017

Catholic Charities Appeal Selects Saint Edmond’s Home For Children As #GivingTuesday Beneficiary

The Catholic Charities Appeal of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will once again participate in #GivingTuesday, an international day of charity that encourages philanthropy and celebrates generosity. This year, #GivingTuesday will be held November 28, 2017.

October 23, 2017

Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: Mujeres en la nueva evangelización

La columna de esta semana está adaptada del discurso de apertura del arzobispo para la Conferencia Nacional de «Mujeres en la nueva evangelización», en el Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Czestochowa, en Doylestown.

October 23, 2017

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: Women in the New Evangelization

This week’s column is adapted from the Archbishop’s opening remarks to the October 21 national “Women in the New Evangelization” conference, held at Doylestown’s Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa.

October 23, 2017

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Issues Call For Request for Qualifications From Developers Regarding Proposed Cathedral Block Redevelopment

Today, the Archdiocese is announcing that it has formally put forward a “Request for Qualifications” (RFQ) from developers interested in pursuing this redevelopment opportunity, which envisions a ground lease of no more than 60 years.

October 20, 2017

Men And Women From The Communities Of Don Guanella And Divine Providence Celebrate The Feast Of Saint Louis Guanella

For the 30th consecutive year, men and women from The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence will celebrate the Feast of Saint Luis Guanella at a special Mass.

October 19, 2017

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Continues 2017-2018 Lecture Series Featuring Nationally Renowned Scholars and Authors

The School of Theological Studies at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary previously announced the 2017-2018 Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Lecture Series.  This series encompasses the Archbishop’s Lecture Series, the Theology Lecture Series, the Philosophy Lecture Series, and the Cardinal Foley Lecture Series. It is an opportunity to come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith, […]

October 19, 2017

Nutritional Development Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Celebrates National Apple Crunch Day At Saint Christopher School

Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate National Apple Crunch Day with a special celebration at Saint Christopher School in Northeast Philadelphia. More than 460 students from Pre-K 3 through eighth grade will crunch into an apple to raise awareness for healthy eating.