Press Releases

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: Telling The Truth When We Pray

January 14th, 2016

The 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, 2016

El 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, 2016

This year’s theme is Dwell Together- in the Spirit of Mercy

Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Will Honor Veterans with “POW-MIA National Chair of Honor” Program Before Basketball Game

January 14th, 2016

Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School (Delaware County) will honor all veterans with a program prior to tip-off between Bonner/Prendie and Cardinal O’Hara High School (Delaware County) boys’ basketball teams this Friday evening.

Catholic Charities Appeal Partners with Philadelphia 76ers for Catholic Charities Night

January 5th, 2016

A portion of the proceeds from tickets purchased through a dedicated link will go directly to the Catholic Charities appeal.

National Migration Week 2016 To Be Celebrated January 3-9

January 4th, 2016

The celebration provides an opportunity to raise awareness about the hardships faced by migrants, including children, refugees, and victims of human trafficking.

Columna del Azobispo Chaput: EL Significado de la Navidad, Este Año y Cada Año

December 22nd, 2015

Esta Navidad, en este Año de la Misericordia, vayamos a Belén en nuestros corazones para ver a este Niño. Y luego compartámoslo alegremente con el mundo.

Archbishop Chaput’s Weekly Column: The Meaning of Christmas, This Year and Every Year

December 22nd, 2015

This Christmas, in this Year of Mercy, let us go over to Bethlehem in our hearts to see this Child. And then let us share him joyfully with the world.