Press Releases
The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul to Present Fauré Requiem
The Cathedral Basilica and Archdiocesan Adult Choirs, in collaboration with the First Presbyterian Church, will present Fauré Requiem on Friday, November 12th at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Declaración Del Arzobispo Nelson J. Pérez Sobre La Semana Nacional De Concienciación De Las Vocaciones Y Su Observancia En La Arquidiócesis De Filadelfia
Queridos hermanas y hermanos en Cristo, Al principio de su ministerio público, Jesús formó un grupo de doce discípulos que lo seguirían de cerca. Él enseñó a estos hombres y los preparó para servir como los primeros sacerdotes de la Iglesia. Aunque sus nombres y vidas son familiares para nosotros hoy en día, los Apóstoles […]
Statement from Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding National Vocations Awareness Week and its Observance in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, At the beginning of his public ministry, Jesus formed a group of twelve disciples who would follow him closely. He taught these men and prepared them to serve as the Church’s first priests. Although their names and lives are familiar to us today, the Apostles did not begin their […]
65 CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT THE FIVE COUNTY REGION RECOGNIZED AS 2021 ARCHDIOCESAN SCHOOLS OF DISTINGUISHED INSTRUCTION
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office of Catholic Education recently recognized 65 parish and regional elementary schools as 2021 Archdiocesan Schools of Distinguished Instruction. Dr. Andrew McLaughlin, Secretary for Elementary Education for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia said, “Along with my colleagues in the Office of Catholic Education and our valued partners, I am proud of our […]
*Media Advisory* Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez To Bless And Dedicate Saint Rita Place, A New Affordable Housing Community For Seniors In South Philadelphia
The 46-unit facility will provide affordable housing for senior citizens in South Philadelphia.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Appoints Bishop Timothy Senior, Chancellor of Saint Charles Seminary, Father Keith Chylinski Rector of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, Effective July 1, 2022
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, announced today that he has appointed Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia and current Rector of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, to a newly created position, Chancellor of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary, effective July 1, 2022.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez to Celebrate 58th Annual Saint Martin de Porres Mass
This liturgy celebrates the rich history, tradition, and contributions of Black Catholics in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and throughout the Universal Church
USCCB: Despite Support for Policies Uplifting Common Good, Abortion Funding in Build Back Better Act Must be Remedied
As the U.S. House of Representatives prepares to consider the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Build Back Better Act, six bishop chairmen of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) have written a letter to Congress on the legislation.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Celebrates National Vocation Awareness Week
The Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood supports men who are discerning a call to the diocesan priesthood.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces the Appointment of Mrs. Paola Cubides Herrera as Assistant Director of the Office for the New Evangelization
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is pleased to announce that Mrs. Paola Cubides Herrera has been appointed Assistant Director of the Office for the New Evangelization effective Tuesday, November 2, 2021.