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July 13, 2023

Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education Hosts Summer Bridge Program

Over 215 Incoming Freshmen Students Will Participate The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education is hosting its Summer Bridge Program (SBP) to assist incoming freshmen prepare for high school. The SBP is an accelerated learning initiative to help students build their confidence and reach their academic potential. This year’s program has over 215 participants.  […]

July 13, 2023

Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School Football Team Prepared for Game in Ireland

Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School Football Team (Bonner & Prendie) in Drexel Hill (Delaware County) will participate in the Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.) 2023. The Friars Football Team will play NFL Academy (United Kingdom) as part of the Dublin Friday Lights tripleheader on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Energia Park Stadium […]

July 11, 2023

Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on Naming Of 21 New Cardinals

In the name of the faithful of the Church of Philadelphia, I extend prayerful congratulations to the 21 new Cardinals created by Pope Francis. In a special way we pray for those with close ties to the United States. Cardinal-designate Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, and Cardinal-designate Robert Prevost, Prefect of the […]

July 10, 2023

Appointment of Julia Osęka as a Voting Delegate for The 16th Ordinary General Assembly of The Synod of Bishops

A 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 Ms. Julia Osęka, an international student from Poland attending Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia has been appointed to serve as a delegate at the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the […]

July 5, 2023

Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Shooting in Philadelphia’s Kingsessing Neighborhood

“Earlier this week, our city was gripped by profound sadness and shock reeling in the aftermath of the mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood. Five innocent people were killed and others, including young children, were injured. Thanks to the swift and brave action of law enforcement, the assailant was apprehended and further loss of life […]