Press Releases
Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: A Conference not to be Missed
The Catholic Women’s Conference provides women with mutual support in living their Catholic faith, an immersion in the truth of the Church’s teachings on women and, above all, an encounter with Jesus Christ.
USCCB: USCCB Religious Liberty Chairman Responds To Statement Of Chairman Of U.S. Commission On Civil Rights
Catholic Social Services’ Saint Gabriel’s Hall Receives Additional Grant Funding
The additional $70,000 provided will allow SGH to enhance its Career Technical Education programming.
Office of Catholic Education Issues Archdiocesan High School Athletics Guidelines for Games and Practices Scheduled for the Weekend
The Office of Catholic Education (OCE) has asked the 17 Archdiocesan High schools to ensure that no practices or games start between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday
Nearly 400 Students Gather in Front of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul to Kick-Off the 2016-2017 School Year in the Archdiocese with Prayer and a Pep Rally
The celebration signaled the opening of the 233rd consecutive year for Catholic education in the region.
USCCB: USCCB Urges HHS To Reach Amicable Resolution In Little Sisters Of The Poor Case
Archdiocesan Schools in the City of Philadelphia to Close at Noon Tomorrow Friday, September 9, 2016
Archdiocesan high schools and Catholic elementary schools in the suburban counties normally follow the decision of their corresponding local public school district and submit closure status independently.
Pope John Paul II High School to Hold 9/11 Memorial Tribute
The service will honor Law Enforcement and First Responders and highlight the dedicated service provided by the men and women whom the community depend on for safety and welfare.
Archdiocese to Participate in National Day of Prayer for Peace in our Communities
This initiative of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) responds to the pressing need for civil dialogue with regard to race relations, restorative justice, mental health, economic opportunity and gun violence.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the Office of Catholic Education Kick Off the 2016-2017 School Year with Official Back-to-School Event and Pep Rally
Students throughout the 120 elementary schools, 17 high schools and 4 schools of education are welcomed back to school.