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November 21, 2017

Five Graduates of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Elected to Chair United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committees

The five committee chairmen-elect will serve one year before beginning three-year terms at the conclusion of the USCCB’s 2018 Fall General Assembly.  

November 21, 2017

Pope Francis Names Nine Archdiocesan Priests as Chaplains to His Holiness with the Title of Monsignor

Nine priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia have been named Chaplains to His Holiness by Pope Francis with the title Monsignor. All studied at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary and were ordained to the Priesthood by the late John Cardinal Krol. In addition, each has served in priestly ministry for more than 40 years. They are […]

November 20, 2017

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Host 30th Annual Christmas Concert and Open House

Future priests will guide tours through this historic Catholic landmark where visitors can view artwork treasures from the Seminary’s collection, Papal artifacts from Pope Francis’ visit in 2015, explore the daily life of seminarians and learn about educational programs open to the general public.

November 17, 2017

Members Of The Philadelphia Knights Of Columbus Chapter To Serve Thanksgiving Dinner At Saint John’s Hospice

For the 54th consecutive year, 25 members of the Philadelphia Knights of Columbus Chapter will serve a traditional Thanksgiving meal to approximately 300 impoverished and homeless men at Saint John’s Hospice.

November 16, 2017

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Continues 2017-2018 Concert Series with Westminster Williamson Voices

Led by James Jordan, the Grammy-nominated ensemble returns to the Cathedral Basilica with a diverse and inspiring program showcasing the choir’s distinctive artistry and rich palette of choral colors in music by a wide range of composers exploring spirituality.

November 16, 2017

Conwell-Egan Catholic High School Receives Historic Gift From the Danaher Lynch Family Foundation

Alumni Give $5 million to School Equaling the Largest Philanthropic Gift Ever Received by an Archdiocesan High School

November 16, 2017

Archbishop Chaput Calls for Archdiocesan-Wide Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians on the Feast of Christ the King

All clergy and faithful are encouraged to express solidarity in suffering through prayer, sacrifices and financial support for Christians who suffer due to conflict and persecution in the Middle East.

November 13, 2017

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Publishes Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2017 and June 30, 2016

Reports illustrate improvement of over $200 million against underfunded balance sheet obligations; projections include the expectation of a break-even result for the operating budget in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2018

November 9, 2017

Joan and Dan Hilferty to Receive Inaugural Saint Charles Borromeo Award

The award will be presented on April 26, 2018 at the Union League of Philadelphia. 

November 7, 2017

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Holds 30th Annual Retirement Fund for Religious Collection

This effort offers financial support for the day to day care of over 32,000 senior Catholic sisters, brothers, and religious order priests throughout the country.