
Press Releases
U.S. Bishops’ Administrative Committee Approves Transition of Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism to a Permanent Subcommittee
Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford to Bless and Dedicate New Business Institute
PJP II High School launches first high school business institute in Pennsylvania to provide students with opportunity to earn Bloomberg certification. Pope John Paul II High School (PJP) in Royersford (Montgomery County) will formally open and dedicate its new Pope John Paul II Business Institute with a blessing and ribbon cutting ceremony. Leadership from PJP […]
Saint John’s Hospice Aims to Help Over 1,500 Neighbors Prepare for Winter at Fifth Annual “Boot Up Philly” Event
The event provides critically needed winter clothing, shoes, and services to community members experiencing homelessness and poverty.
Respect for Human Life and Dignity is the Foundation for Peace, says Archbishop Broglio
Our Mother of Consolation Parish School Community Prepares to Welcome Students Back to Newly Rebuilt School Following Devasting Fire in March 2023
OMC Parish School suffered a fire in March 2023 that destroyed the previous school building. Reverend John Fisher, Pastor of Our Mother of Consolation Parish, and Mrs. Jessica Stack, M.Ed., Principal of Our Mother of Consolation Parish School (OMC) in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, will welcome students to their newly rebuilt school building […]
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on the 10th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
The Universal Church celebrates the 10th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1. That date marks the beginning of the Season of Creation, set aside by the Church until October 4, the feast of Saint Francis of Assisi, to reflect on the goodness of God’s creation and the responsibility for […]
Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding Shooting at Annunciation B.V.M. Church in Minneapolis
Today’s news of the horrific shooting of Catholic school students praying in their church in Minneapolis brings feelings of outrage and sadness to all people. The shock and deep sorrow over the murders of two innocent children, and the serious injuries sustained by many others, are intensified among Catholics as this senseless and evil act […]
On 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Faithful Encouraged to Renew Commitment to Racial Equality and Justice
Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Host the 2025 Cardinals’ Forum
Topic: “On Unity in the Church” Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will host the Cardinals’ Forum on Tuesday, August 26, 7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. at the Seminary’s campus in Lower Gwynedd. This year’s discussion, entitled “On Unity in the Church,” will consider the possibility of unity among Catholics in light of disputes over liturgy, doctrine, and leadership. […]
Ms. Ellen Mansfield Appointed Director of Philanthropy for Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
Ms. Mansfield’s appointment formally takes effect on August 25, 2025.





