Press Releases
STATEMENT FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA REGARDING SUBPOENA FROM FEDERAL GRAND JURY
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has received a subpoena issued by a federal grand jury, which requires the production of certain documents. The Archdiocese will cooperate with the United States Department of Justice in this matter. # # #
Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. On the Death of Most Reverend Joseph R. Cistone, Bishop of Saginaw
Bishop Cistone was a native Philadelphian. Our local Church, which he served for many years as a faithful priest and auxiliary bishop, was always close to his heart. I am grateful for the opportunities I had to spend time in conversation with him during his trips home and at the regular gatherings of bishops from across the country each year.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Celebrate Project Rachel Mass
It’s an invitation to all to pray and ask God for the healing of those men and women coping with the aftermath of abortion.
Archbishop Chaput: Church sweetened with ‘sentiment and nostalgia’ will never attract youth
USCCB: President of U.S. Bishops Conference and Chairman of USCCB Domestic Justice Committee Issue Statements on Hurricane Michael
Catholic Social Services Partners With Saint Raymond Of Peñafort Parish To Host Free Baby Shower For The Community
As part of its “Respect Life Month” observance, Saint Raymond of Peñafort has partnered with Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia o host a baby shower for expectant mothers in the local community.
Catholic Housing And Community Services Celebrates The 15th Anniversary Of The Saint Monica Eldercare Program
To mark the 15th anniversary of the Saint Monica Eldercare Program (SMEP), Reverend Joseph Kelley, Pastor of Saint Monica Parish, will preside over a Healing Mass and anointing ceremony.
USCCB: President of U.S. Bishops’ Conference Welcomes Steps Holy See is Taking to Ensure Faithful are Protected from the Evil of Sexual Abuse
Most Reverend Louis Anthony DeSimone, Retired Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, Dies At The Age Of 96
Most Reverend Louis Anthony DeSimone, retired Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, Titular Bishop of Cillium, and Pastor Emeritus of Saint Monica Parish died at Saint Thomas Monastery in Villanova on the morning of Friday, October 5th following a brief illness. He was 96.