Press Releases
Mr. Steve Colestock Appointed Chief Human Resources Officer for Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Mr. Colestock’s appointment formally takes effect on October 20, 2025.
Bishop Boyea Encourages Prayer and Renewed Commitment to Journey With Young People in Their Vocations
Bishop Keith J. Chylinski to Visit Cardinal O’Hara High School for the Celebration of Mass
Bishop Chylinski will also formally open the school’s new Saint Rita of Cascia Mind, Heart, & Spirit Wellness Center with a blessing and ribbon cutting ceremony. Most Reverend Keith J. Chylinski, the Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia who oversees Catholic Education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, will visit Cardinal O’Hara High School in Springfield (Delaware County) […]
Statement Of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Welcoming Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi Te
I gratefully welcomed the recent release of Pope Leo XIV’s first Apostolic Exhortation, Dilexi Te (“I Have Loved You”). His letter calls for a much-needed and renewed Christian commitment and closeness to the poor through charitable action and efforts to address systemic issues that create endless cycles of poverty throughout the world. This letter is […]
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez to Celebrate 11th Annual African Family Heritage Mass
The African Catholic Community of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate the 11th Annual African Family Heritage Mass commemorating the rich heritage and diversity of the African Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Sunday, October 12, 2025 1:00 p.m. […]
With Peace Process Underway, Bishop Zaidan Urges Prioritizing Humanitarian Assistance for Gazans
Archbishop Broglio Encourages the Faithful To Read, Reflect, and Pray With the Message Offered by Pope Leo XIV in Dilexi Te
FDA Approval of Generic Abortion Drug “Jarring and Contradictory,” Says Bishop Thomas
Saint Hubert Catholic High School for Girls Partners with Holy Family University to Launch Certified Nursing Assistant Program
Saint Hubert Catholic High School for Girls in the Tacony section of Philadelphia and Holy Family University in Northeast Philadelphia, announced a partnership that will expand Saint Hubert’s Healthcare Careers in 1-2-3 College/Career program. This initiative will now include a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with Holy Family University. The first cohort of 10 seniors […]
Parishes Throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Hold In-Pew Commitment Weekend for Catholic Charities Appeal
The collection invites the faithful to prayerfully join together at parish Masses that weekend, making visible the power of the local Church to transform lives through generosity, mercy, and service.