Press Releases

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Celebrate the Rite of Acolyte

May 6th, 2016

The Ministry of Acolyte marks an important step in formation for men pursuing vocations to the Priesthood and Permanent Diaconate.

Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. Regarding Today’s Announcement from the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament

May 3rd, 2016

On behalf of the clergy and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I send my prayerful best wishes to the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament as they prepare to celebrate their 125th anniversary later this year.

Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Pilgrimage to Italy for Jubilee Year of Mercy and Canonization of Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta

May 2nd, 2016

Pope Francis will preside at the ceremonies at the Basilica of Saint Peter on Sunday, September 4th.

West Catholic Preparatory High School Celebrates Historic $5 Million Gift from Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Mazur

April 28th, 2016

The gift from Mr. Mazur (class of 1963) and his wife is the single largest donation to West Catholic since its founding in September of 1916.

Lizanne Magarity-Pando Named President of Saint Hubert Catholic High School For Girls

April 26th, 2016

The Office of Catholic Education (OCE) and the Faith in the Future Foundation are pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Lizanne Magarity-Pando as the new President of Saint Hubert Catholic High School for Girls effective April 28th.

Catholic Charities Appeal Partnering with Walnut Street Theatre for Sister Act, the Musical

April 25th, 2016

A portion of all tickets sold for July 13th show will support the Appeal.

37 Senior Neumann Scholars from the Class of 2016 to be Honored During a Celebration of Excellence

April 24th, 2016

These 37 Neumann Scholars have attended Archdiocesan high schools for the last four years on scholarships awarded by the Connelly Foundation  The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education (OCE) is proud to announce that 37 graduating seniors will be recognized by the Connelly Foundation at a Celebration of Excellence to include a Eucharistic service […]

Catholic Charities Appeal Launches Mobile App

April 22nd, 2016

In late January, Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. officially opened the 2016 Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA), the largest annual fundraising initiative in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.