Press Releases
Statement of U.S. Bishops’ International Justice and Peace Chairman Amidst Violence in the Holy Land
October 10th, 2023Catholic Social Services’ Northeast Family Service Center to Host Annual Free Community Baby Shower
October 9th, 2023The event will include pregnancy and parenting education, games, raffles, and light refreshments.
Regina Stango Kelbon, Esq. to Receive 2023 Magis Award From Project Magis, an Initiative of the Catholic Charities Appeal
October 6th, 2023The award will be conferred at the annual Project Magis cocktail reception.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez to Celebrate Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
October 5th, 2023Commemorating the heritage and diversity of the Hispanic Catholic Community As part of its commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will hold the 17th Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass. Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Saturday, October 7, 2023 10:30 a.m. (Procession) 11:00 a.m. (Mass) Saint Peter the […]
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez to Celebrate Mass for Educators of Archdiocesan Parish and Regional Elementary Schools in Delaware County
October 4th, 2023Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia, will celebrate Mass for administrators and teachers of Archdiocesan parish and regional elementary schools in Delaware County. This Mass is being celebrated as a part of a Professional Development day for Catholic educators in Delaware County. Monday, October 9, 2023 9:00 a.m. Saint Thomas the Apostle […]
Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary Awarded $1.2 Million Grant From Lilly Endowment, Inc. To Create Catholic Preaching Institute
October 4th, 2023The new Institute will offer multiple programs to revive compelling preaching throughout the archdiocese and beyond.
Saint John The Evangelist Church to Celebrate Transitus of Saint Francis of Assisi
October 3rd, 2023Saint John the Evangelist Parish in Center City Philadelphia will hold an evening service to commemorate the Transitus of Saint Francis of Assisi, his passing from earthly life to eternal life. The Transitus is a Franciscan devotion that is celebrated annually on October 3rd, the eve of his feast day. Tuesday, October 3, 2023 6:00 […]
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul to Hold Blessing of The Animals to Mark the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi
October 3rd, 2023The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will mark the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi with a blessing of the animals in the courtyard located in front of the Cathedral Chapel on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. This prayerful celebration commemorates Saint Francis of Assisi’s love for creation and for all of God’s creatures. […]
U.S. Bishops’ Migration Chairman Welcomes Administration’s Continued Commitment to Refugee Resettlement, Urges Congress to Maintain Bipartisan Support
October 2nd, 2023Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Releases Video Conversation with Ms. Julia Osęka, Voting Delegate for the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops
September 29th, 2023A student at Saint Joseph’s University, Ms. Osęka is one of ten non-Bishop voting delegates appointed by the Vatican to represent the North American region