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Thousands Mark Climax of National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Solemn Mass, Procession in Philadelphia
The 43-day pilgrimage brought Christ in the Eucharist to communities in 14 U.S. states culminating on Sunday, July 5 with a Mass at the Cathedral Basilica and a journey between the shrines of the city’s two saints.
Pope Leo XIV Honored During Liberty Medal Ceremony in Philadelphia
During a live address telecast July 3 from Rome to an interfaith audience at the National Constitution Center, the “son of this great country” spoke of a nation founded on the God-given dignity of the human person.
Newest Archdiocesan Shrine for Adoration Opens in Havertown
Archbishop Nelson Pérez dedicated the Sacre Coeur Perpetual Adoration Chapel at St. Denis Parish on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 12. He also consecrated the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Sacred Heart.
People of Hope Museum Shows Americans’ Struggles, Church’s Service to Them
The mobile exhibit traveling this year nationwide made a stop in Philadelphia June 25-26. It documented not only the challenges that people face to live, but the help they receive locally from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
Catholic Charities Appeal Reaches $8.4M in 2025 Campaign, Report Shows
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has released its 2025 Catholic Charities Appeal Impact Report, announcing that the annual campaign raised $8,417,080 to support dozens of charitable service organizations and ministries.
A Dog Named Blaze Shares God’s Love in Drexel Hill
The presence of the 2-year-old golden retriever at St. Dorothy Parish will end when the pastor, Father Michael Murphy, retires July 1. But the dog’s posts on Facebook and presence at the Jersey Shore will continue to inspire people.
Pope Leo to Offer Video Message at the Close of National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Philadelphia
Pope Leo XIV will deliver a video message on July 5, 2026 in Philadelphia to conclude a 43-day National Eucharistic Pilgrimage marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Archbishop Pérez Receives First Documents Tracing Maria Middleton’s Path to Holiness
The Bucks County teen died in 2020 at age 18. The story of her life and her legacy, presented to the Archbishop June 22, gives witness to the power of trust and hope in God.
Formed by Home and Parish, New Priests Now Sharing Faith With All
Three new priests ordained for Philadelphia describe how they learned the Catholic faith from their families. Now they are leading their parents and siblings, along with the faithful at their first parishes, into deeper devotion.
‘Praise on the Hill’ Draws Dozens of Faithful for Evening Prayer, Music
St. Francis de Sales Parish in Lenni, Delaware County offers the monthly evening of eucharistic adoration, praise music, the sacrament of penance, and benediction for parishioners and guests from near and far.