Press Releases
Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Celebrate National School Lunch Week at Saint Athanasius Catholic School
Nutritional Development Services sponsors the federally funded National School Lunch Program in locations throughout the Philadelphia region to ensure that more than 28,000 students have access to a healthy, nourishing lunch each school day.
U.S. Bishops to Vote for Treasurer-elect and for Chairmen-elect of Five Standing Committees at Plenary Assembly in Baltimore
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Names Ms. Eileen Keefe Senior Deputy General Counsel
Today the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced that Ms. Eileen Keefe has joined the Archdiocesan Office for General Counsel as Senior Deputy General Counsel. The office, led by General Counsel Ms. Suzanne Hueston, represents and supervises legal representation of the Archdiocese in all legal matters. The General Counsel serves as legal counsel to the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops, […]
Saint John’s Hospice Marks the Successful Completion of Its Fourth Annual “Boot Up Philly” Initiative with Giveaway Event
The event benefits Philadelphians experiencing homelessness and impacted by poverty.
Statement Of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding Destruction Caused by Hurricane Milton
With millions of people in the American south already reeling from the effects of Hurricane Helene, central Florida bore the brunt of Hurricane Milton as it made landfall yesterday. Once again, our nation has witnessed the loss of precious lives and widespread destruction of homes and businesses with heavy hearts. We are deeply saddened by […]
Archbishop Pérez To Bless and Dedicate Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary’s New Campus
To watch the event via livestream, please visit https://vimeo.com/event/4639271. Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, will bless and dedicate Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary’s new campus in Lower Gwynedd (Montgomery County) this Saturday. Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, will offer remarks and be present for the blessing along with the […]
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Sends Letter To Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Community Following Devastating School Fire
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, My heart sank with deep sorrow when I learned of the fire that devastated one of the Saint Francis of Assisi school buildings late yesterday afternoon. This moment is one of pain and anxiety for your community and I have been praying for you intensely. In the midst of […]
Bishop Efren V. Esmilla to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the African Family Heritage Mass
The African Catholic Community of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the African Family Heritage Mass commemorating the rich heritage and diversity of the African Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Most Reverend Efren V. Esmilla, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, will celebrate the Mass. Sunday, October 13, 2024 12:30 p.m. […]
Saint Edmond Senior Community Center to Host 100th Birthday Party Celebration for Member
Saint Edmond Senior Community Center will host a 100th birthday party celebration for one of its members, Mrs. Flossie Hines.