Press Releases
Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Launches Annual Holiday Food Drive and Christmas Card Initiative
Nutritional Development Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (NDS) is launching its annual Holiday Food Drive and Alternative Christmas card initiative to benefit those throughout the five-county metropolitan area who are in need and facing hunger.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Kicks Off The 2021 #iGiveCatholic Advanced Giving Phase
#iGiveCatholic is nationally recognized as the official Catholic Giving Day, hosted on #GivingTuesday that celebrates and supports parishes, schools, and nonprofit ministries.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office for Black Catholics to Host a Day of Reflection Featuring Sister Cora Marie Billings, R.S.M.
The gathering’s theme is Renewing the Human Family.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Welcomes the Establishment of a Culture Project International Chapter in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, recently approved the establishment of a Culture Project International chapter in the five-county metropolitan region and enthusiastically welcome it back to its Philadelphia roots.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Presides at Catholic Housing and Community Services of the Archdiocese Of Philadelphia’s Blessing and Dedication of Saint Rita Place
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez blessed and dedicated the 46-unit facility which will provide affordable housing for senior citizens in South Philadelphia.
USCCB: U.S. Bishops’ Secretariat for Child and Youth Protection Releases Annual Report
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection has released the 2020 Annual Report – Findings and Recommendations on the Implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.
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 […]