Press Releases
Archbishop Chaput Calls for Archdiocese Wide Support of National Relief Efforts to Support Victims of Hurricane Harvey
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. has asked that all parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia consider taking up a one-time, special collection on the weekend of September 16-17, 2017 to support continued relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. This special collection is part of a national initiative called for by Archbishop José […]
USCCB: Emergency National Collection To Assist Dioceses Affected By Hurricane Harvey
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul 2017-2018 Concert Series
Concerts at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul is proud to present its 7th 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.
Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: The Epidemic and its Cure
The reason the Church names anger as one of the seven “deadly” sins is because it’s simultaneously so poisonous, so delicious, and so addictive. Anger congeals quite comfortably into hatred.
Seminarians Move-in to Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Kick-Off 2017-2018 Academic Year
The College and Theology seminarians of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will return to campus to mark the start of the academic year on Tuesday, August 22nd beginning with registration and moving-in to the dorms.
Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Regarding Racial Violence in Charlottesville, Virginia
Racism is a poison of the soul. It’s the ugly, original sin of our country, an illness that has never fully healed. Blending it with the Nazi salute, the relic of a regime that murdered millions, compounds the obscenity. Thus the wave of public anger about white nationalist events in Charlottesville this weekend is well warranted. We especially need to pray for those injured in the violence.
Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia To Co-Host The First WINE National Catholic Women’s Conference
The Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia along with WINE (Women In the New Evangelization) invites women of all ages to come together for a day of inspiration, faith, fellowship, and fun at the inaugural WINE National Catholic Women’s Conference. A sell-out crowd of 1200 women is expected.
Catholic Social Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Provides 25 High School Youth Educationally Enriched Work Opportunities
For the seventh consecutive year, Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is implementing the Summer WorkReady Program managed by the Philadelphia Youth Network. This summer, CSS has provided 25 high school students with educationally enriched work opportunities at various Out-of-School Time program sites.