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September 9, 2016

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.

September 8, 2016

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.

September 8, 2016

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.

September 7, 2016

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.

September 6, 2016

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.

September 6, 2016

Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish to Celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving Following Canonization of Namesake

The parish, celebrating its tenth year anniversary, recently changed its name in preparation of the impending canonization.

September 1, 2016

Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: El Objetivo de una Educación

Los conocimientos y las habilidades técnicas son importantes, pero no son lo mismo que la sabiduría y el carácter moral.

September 1, 2016

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: The Purpose of an Education

Knowledge and technical skills are important, but they’re not the same as wisdom and moral character.

August 31, 2016

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Host 2016-2017 Lecture Series Featuring Nationally Renowned Scholars and Authors

The series is an opportunity to come to a deeper understanding of the Catholic faith, its authentic content, and its orientation toward the transformation of the world around us.