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April 12, 2016

Catholic Social Services Named for the Fourth Year in a Row Service Provider of the Year by Real Alternatives

This annual award is presented to the provider agency that has served the most pregnant women in the state of Pennsylvania. CSS Northeast Family Service Center in Northeast Philadelphia received its sixth Site of the Year Award.

April 12, 2016

Statement Of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. CAP. Regarding The Appointment Of Archbishop Christophe Pierre As Apostolic Nuncio To The United States

Earlier today, the Vatican announced the appointment by Pope Francis of Archbishop Christophe Pierre as the next Apostolic Nuncio to the United States. I join Catholics around the country in offering best wishes to Archbishop Pierre as he accepts this important post.

April 12, 2016

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.”

April 12, 2016

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 […]

April 11, 2016

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.

April 10, 2016

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.

April 10, 2016

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.

April 8, 2016

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.

April 8, 2016

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.