Press Releases
Statement of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Regarding the Impending Demolition of the Former Saint Laurentius Church Building
September 30th, 2021The former Saint Laurentius Church building was sold to 1600 Berks LLC on January 13, 2020.
Seven Students Representing Six Archdiocesan High Schools Named Semifinalists in the 2022 National Merit® Scholarship Program
September 30th, 2021Seven students representing six Archdiocesan high schools throughout the five-county region recently learned that they were named Semifinalists in the 2022 National Merit® Scholarship Program. These exceptional students are among approximately 16,000 to earn this distinction in the 67th annual National Merit® Scholarship Program. They have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some […]
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez to Preside Over the Closing Ceremony for the Archdiocesan Phase of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God, William E. Atkinson
September 29th, 2021The Archdiocese of Philadelphia announces the Closing Session in the Archdiocesan phase of the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God, William E. Atkinson (1946-2006)
USCCB: Statement of Respect for Life Month from Most Reverend Joseph F. Naumann, Chairman U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities
September 27th, 2021The month of October brings with it our annual observance of Respect Life Month.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Celebrate 15th Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass
September 27th, 2021Commemorating the heritage and diversity of the Hispanic Catholic Community As part of its commemoration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will hold the 15th Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass. Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez, will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Preceding the Mass, a spiritual retreat will be held for the community. […]
Media Advisory: Saint John’s Hospice To Honor Staff From The Philadelphia Phillies For Helping Serve The Needs Of Homeless Men In Philadelphia
September 24th, 2021Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), will honor members of the Philadelphia Phillies organization for their support of SJH’s mission to provide crucial, life-sustaining services with dignity, respect and compassion to homeless men in Philadelphia.
USCCB: U.S. Bishops’ Migration Chairman and President of Catholic Charities USA Urge Humane Treatment of Haitians, Other Migrants
September 22nd, 2021WASHINGTON—Over the last several weeks, there has been a substantial increase in the number of migrants present in the Del Rio Sector of the U.S.-Mexico border, roughly 145 miles west of San Antonio.
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez to Celebrate Respect Life Sunday Mass
September 22nd, 2021Faithful across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are invited to mark the beginning of Respect Life Month at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Archdiocese Of Philadelphia To Send Relief Supplies To Support Victims Of Hurricane Ida In The Diocese Of Houma-Thibodaux In Louisiana
September 22nd, 2021Catholic Social Services and Nutritional Development Services are organizing shipments of food and clothing to aid in relief efforts.
USCCB: Statement of U.S. Bishops’ President on the Death of Bishop Anthony Pilla, Former USCCB President
September 22nd, 2021WASHINGTON – Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued the following statement on the passing of Bishop Anthony M. Pilla, bishop emeritus of Cleveland.