Baccalaureate Masses and Commencement Exercises scheduled at Catholic schools throughout the five counties of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s 15 high schools are proud to announce their scheduled Baccalaureate Masses and Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2024. The schedules are listed below by high school in alphabetical order. Archbishop John Carroll […]

My heart was filled with great joy to learn of Pope Francis’ recent decree recognizing another miracle attributed to Blessed Carlo Acutis! This moment is one of celebration, most especially our young people, who will soon witness the canonization of the first saint from the Millennial Generation. Given Blessed Carlo’s great passion for the Eucharist, […]

Every year, for the past 117 years, the National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia has gathered people from all walks of life to experience a vibrant community of faith, to honor Saint Rita as a beloved friend who intercedes on their behalf, and to deepen their relationship with God. Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, […]

Today’s Announcement Today, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced that Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia, has appointed Mr. William E. Brannick, as the next Superintendent of Secondary Schools and Schools of Special Education for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. His appointment is effective Monday, June 24, 2024. In making this appointment, Archbishop Pérez […]

In 2023, Nutritional Development Services collected nearly 75,000 pounds of non-perishable items through this initiative to support those in need.

Josh’s Bench will be installed on the Chester County campus through the generosity of Saint John Vianney Center’s Suicide Prevention and Awareness Collaboration. Bishop Shanahan High School (BSHS) in Downingtown (Chester County) will unveil a bench that has been installed as part of the Josh’s Benches for Awareness Corporation initiative. Over 100 benches have been […]

The Ordination Mass will be streamed live at https://www.scs.edu/, Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/ArchbishopPerez/ and https://www.facebook.com/StCharlesSem/ The Reverend Mr. Bernard O. Ekeagwu, 30, son of Sir Patrick C. Ekeagwu and Lady Esther N. Ekeagwu, will be ordained to the Priesthood by Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia. Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 a.m. Cathedral Basilica of Saints […]

The Ordination Mass will be streamed live at https://www.scs.edu/, Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/ArchbishopPerez/ and https://www.facebook.com/StCharlesSem/ The Reverend Mr. Brendan R. Zehner, 31, son of Mark R. and Peggy M. Zehner, will be ordained to the Priesthood by Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia. Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 a.m. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul […]

The Ordination Mass will be streamed live at https://www.scs.edu/, Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/ArchbishopPerez/ and https://www.facebook.com/StCharlesSem/ The Reverend Mr. Gregory H. Miller, 27, son of George and Teresa Miller, will be ordained to the Priesthood by Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia. Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:00 a.m. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul 18th Street […]