Press Releases
Archbishop Chaput’s Column: Roe v Wade at 43
January 22nd, 2016The January 22, 1973, Supreme Court Roe v Wade decision is important for two reasons: its flawed reasoning and its destructive effect. In practice, Roe legalized abortion on demand. It has poisoned our public life for 43 years. It has enabled the killing of tens of millions of unborn children, an entire American generation.
Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: Roe V Wade a los 43
January 22nd, 2016La decisión Roe v Wade de la Corte Suprema del 22 de enero de 1973 es importante por dos razones: su razonamiento es defectuoso y su efecto es destructivo. En la práctica, Roe legalizó el aborto en demanda. Nuestra vida pública ha sido envenenada durante 43 años.
Message from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office For Divine Worship Regarding this Weekend’s Winter Storm and Sunday Mass
January 22nd, 2016This weekend’s winter storm will be a hardship for many in our area. Additionally, severe winter weather typically causes anxiety for Christians with regard to their Sunday duties. Catholics, for the most part, take seriously their obligation to assist at Mass on the Lord’s Day.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and World Meeting of Families – Philadelphia 2015 Offer Opportunity for Bidders to Own a FIAT 500L Used by Pope Francis During Historic Philadelphia Visit at the Philadelphia Auto Show Black Tie Tailgate
January 20th, 2016The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the World Meeting of Families – Philadelphia 2015, with the Philadelphia Auto Show, today announced that a FIAT 500L used by Pope Francis during his historic visit to Philadelphia in September 2015 will be auctioned to the public at the annual Philadelphia Auto Show Black Tie Tailgate at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Friday, January 29 at 9 p.m. EST.
Archbishop Chaput to Lead Delegation from The Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the 2016 March for Life in Washington, D.C.
January 19th, 2016This year marks the 43rd anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 1973 Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton decisions legalizing abortion nationwide.
USCCB: Collection for the Church in Latin America; 50 Years of Spreading Faith, Evangelization
January 14th, 2016Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: Telling The Truth When We Pray
January 14th, 2016The Protestant reformer Martin Luther once said “Don’t lie when you pray.” His words may be more legend than real, but their content still rings very true. And they’re good to remember as we prepare for next week’s holiday (January 18) honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. King taught us to be honest about our faith and the convictions that should flow from it.
Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: Digamos la Verdad al Orar
January 14th, 2016El reformador protestante Martín Lutero dijo una vez: «No mienta cuando ore». Sus palabras pueden ser más leyenda que realidad, pero su contenido todavía suena muy cierto. Y son buenas para recordar mientras nos preparamos para el día feriado de la semana que viene (enero 18) en honor de Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. King nos enseñó a ser honestos acerca de nuestra fe y las convicciones que deben derivarse de ella. Tomó la Escritura en serio -especialmente sus pasajes sobre el perdón, el amor y la justicia- y actuó en ellos, negándose a tener en cuenta el costo.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Black Catholics to Celebrate the Work of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 14th, 2016This year’s theme is Dwell Together- in the Spirit of Mercy