Press Releases
Columna del Arzobispo Chaput: Vivir Plenamente, Peregrinación y Encuentro
April 12th, 2016¿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
April 12th, 2016Over 40 Catholic Elementary Schools to Participate in Spring “Showcases of Excellence”
April 11th, 2016During 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
April 10th, 2016The 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
April 10th, 2016Developed 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
April 8th, 2016Amoris 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
April 8th, 2016Amoris 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.
USCCB: Pope Francis’s Love Letter Invites Deeper Reflection on the Beauty of Marriage and Christ’s Teaching, USCCB President Says
April 8th, 2016USCCB: Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation on Love in the Family Welcomed by USCCB Family Life Committee Chairman
April 8th, 2016Archbishop Chaput Joined by 150 Archdiocesan School Children to Mark National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 7th, 2016Elementary, secondary, and special education students from across the Archdiocesehelped plant a “Pinwheels for Prevention” garden As part of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. was joined by approximately 150 elementary, secondary, and special education students from schools throughout the Archdiocese for the planting […]