Press Releases

Over 65 Catholic Elementary Schools to Participate in Spring “Showcase of Excellence” Programs

March 23rd, 2017

During the months of March and April, over 65 Parochial and Private Catholic elementary, Independence Mission Schools, and Schools of Special Education throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will participate in one or more “Showcases of Excellence,” which will be held at six satellite locations including two university campuses, three Archdiocesan high schools, and one parish each in Chester, Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. The elementary Showcases highlight the strong academic and fine arts programs in Catholic elementary and special education schools throughout the five-county Archdiocese.

Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. on the Death of Cardinal William H. Keeler, Archbishop Emeritus of Baltimore

March 23rd, 2017

I was deeply saddened today to learn of the death of Cardinal William H. Keeler, Archbishop Emeritus of Baltimore.

Catholic Health Care Services Of The Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Receives Grant To Help Seniors Citizens Apply For SNAP Benefits

March 23rd, 2017

Catholic Health Care Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has received a $35,000 grant through a partnership with Catholic Charities USA.

USCCB: Vivir Como Pueblo De Dios En Tiempos Turbulentos

March 22nd, 2017

The following is a translation of this morning’s press release: Living as a People of God in Unsettled Times  Viviendo  como pueblo de Dios en momentos difíciles Una reflexión pastoral  del Comité Administrativo de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los EE.UU. 22 de Marzo, 2017 WASHINGTON—El Comité Administrativo de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos […]

Partners in Catholic Education Join Forces to Launch Premiere Scholarship Gala

March 22nd, 2017

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education (OCE), Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools (BLOCS), Faith in the Future (FIF), and the Independence Mission Schools (IMS) proudly announce the premiere BLOCS Gala for Catholic Education.

Foundation For Catholic Education Presents Keys To Saint Aloysius Parish School For Its New Location

March 22nd, 2017

The Foundation for Catholic Education (FCE) is proud to announce that it recently purchased the former Saint Pius X High School building located on North Keim Street in Lower Pottsgrove (Montgomery County) for $1,000,000.

Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate Annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities

March 21st, 2017

The Mass is offered for the intention of persons with disabilities, the deaf community, their family, friends, and caregivers.

Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate 20th Annual Cultural Heritage Mass

March 21st, 2017

The Liturgy will feature participation from groups representing approximately 29 different national, ethnic, and/or Eastern Catholic Church traditions.