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September 22, 2021

Saint John’s Hospice Launches Inaugural “Boot Up Philly” Initiative

Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), has launched a new effort to provide footwear and essential clothing items to individuals experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia.

September 21, 2021

Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez on the Death of Most Reverend Anthony M. Pilla, Bishop Emeritus of Cleveland

Today, I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Most Reverend Anthony M. Pilla, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Cleveland

September 21, 2021

FOUR CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PHILADELPHIA NAMED 2021 NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE

They are among only 23 private or religious schools in the country to receive this honor. Two are receiving this distinction for the second time.    Saint Andrew Catholic School in Newtown (Bucks County), Saint Ignatius of Antioch Catholic School in Yardley (Bucks County), Saint Mary Catholic School in Schwenksville (Montgomery County), and Saint Norbert […]

September 21, 2021

Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Celebrate 150 Years in Overbrook

On Thursday, September 30, 2021, Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will begin a series of celebrations marking its 150th Anniversary at its Overbrook (now Wynnewood) campus.

September 20, 2021

USCCB: Highlighting Human Fraternity, National Migration Week to be Celebrated September 20-26

WASHINGTON—National Migration Week 2021 starts today and will conclude on September 26 in solidarity with the Holy See’s observation of the World Day for Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) on September 26.

September 17, 2021

USCCB: U.S. Bishop Chairmen Statement on Abortion Funding in Build Back Better Act

WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, the House Committee on Ways and Means, and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce advanced portions of the reconciliation bill without removing abortion funding provisions or including the Hyde Amendment to prohibit taxpayer funding of abortion.

September 17, 2021

Catholic Housing and Community Services Breaks Ground For Saint Joseph Place, An Affordable Senior Housing Community In Delaware County

This morning at a special ceremony, Catholic Housing and Community Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CHCS) broke ground for Saint Joseph Place, a new affordable housing community for independent seniors in Collingdale (Delaware County).

September 16, 2021

Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Humanitarian Crisis in Afghanistan

The last several weeks have been filled with heartbreaking images of individuals and families struggling to flee Afghanistan.

September 16, 2021

DECLARACIÓN DEL ARZOBISPO NELSON J. PÉREZ SOBRE LA CRISIS HUMANITARIA EN AFGANISTÁN

Las últimas semanas han estado llenas de imágenes desgarradoras de personas y familias que luchan por escaparse de Afganistán.

September 14, 2021

Mercy Hospice Celebrates National Recovery Month

Mercy Hospice, a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), is celebrating National Recovery Month.