Press Releases
Archbishop Chaput’s Column: Living Fully: Pilgrimage and Encounter
How do we reconcile a loving God, the beauty and dignity of life, and the fact of human disability? This June 23-26, that will be a key question considered in Rome as part of “Living Fully 2016: Disability, Culture and Faith – A Celebration.”
Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: Vivir Plenamente, Peregrinación y Encuentro
¿Cómo reconciliamos a un Dios de amor, la belleza y dignidad de la vida y el hecho de la discapacidad humana? Este 23-26 de junio, éste será un tema clave considerado en Roma como parte de Living Fully 2016: Disability, Culture and Faith – A Celebration (Vivir plenamente 2016: discapacidad, cultura y fe — Una […]
USCCB: Archbishop Kurtz Welcomes Appointment of Archbishop Pierre as Apostolic Nuncio to the United States
Over 40 Catholic Elementary Schools to Participate in Spring “Showcases of Excellence”
During the month of April, over 40 Catholic elementary schools throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will participate in “Showcases of Excellence,” which will be held at four Archdiocesan high schools in Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties.
Archdiocese Announces Decisions In Pastoral Planning Initiative For Parishes In South Philadelphia And Delaware County
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced today that Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. has reviewed recommendations of the Archdiocesan Strategic Planning Committee and made decisions regarding three parishes from South Philadelphia and two parishes from Delaware County taking part in the ongoing Parish Area Pastoral Planning Initiative.
Transitional Plan Announced For Saint Agnes-Sacred Heart School In Hilltown (Bucks County) Effective with 2016-2017 School Year
Developed by parish leadership in conjunction with the Bucks County Advisory Council, the Office of Catholic Education, and neighboring parishes, the plan seeks to provide affordable and viable educational options for current school students.
Statement Of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. CAP. Regarding Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation, Amoris Laetitia
Amoris Laetitia is a serious and extensive reflection on Christian marriage. While it changes no Church teaching or discipline, it does stress the importance of pastoral sensitivity in dealing with the difficult situations many married couples today face.
Declaración del Arzobispo Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Sobre la Exhortación Apostólica, Amoris Laetitia
Amoris Laetitia es una reflexión seria y extensa sobre el matrimonio cristiano. No cambia ninguna enseñanza de la Iglesia o disciplina, pero sí subraya la importancia de la sensibilidad pastoral en relación con las situaciones difíciles que muchos matrimonios hoy en día enfrentan.