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Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Requests Prayers for Pope Francis

Archbishop Pérez asked everyone throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Feb. 22 "to join in prayer for Pope Francis as he continues to battle serious illness."

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Offers Ramadan Remarks

Archbishop Pérez sent a letter Feb. 26 to the Muslim Faith Community on the occasion of Ramadan. Ramadan, one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims, begins Saturday, Mar. 1 and ends Mar. 31 with the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

Local News

Catholic Charities Appeal Launches as ‘Beacon of Hope’ in Phila. Region

Archbishop Pérez led a news conference Feb. 27 to kick off the largest annual fundraiser in the Church of Philadelphia. Its $10 million goal benefits dozens of Catholic ministries that impact some 650,000 people through works of compassionate mercy each year.

Archdiocesan Secondary Schools to Hold Universal Visitation Day for Class of 2030

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will hold a Universal Visitation Day for all its high schools throughout the five-county region on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

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Video Features

Five Reflections for Archbishop Pérez’s Fifth Anniversary: Parish Priest to Archbishop

Archbishop Nelson Pérez discusses his journey from a parish priest to Archbishop of Philadelphia.

Five Reflections for Archbishop Pérez’s Fifth Anniversary: Returning Home to Philadelphia

Archbishop Pérez reflects on his return to the City of Philadelphia in 2020.

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Photo features

2025 Catholic Charities Appeal Launches, Aims to Give Hope to All

CCA is the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s single largest annual fundraising initiative.

Holy Cross Parish Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation

Young Catholics received the sacrament of confirmation conferred by Archbishop Nelson Pérez as he celebrated Mass Feb. 23 at the Philadelphia parish.

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Spirituality

Jesus Teaches Us Not to Judge People, but to Show Mercy

Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the emphasis on mercy in this Sunday's Gospel. God’s judgment on the world is forgiveness and Jesus pours forth this mercy in his ministry, passion and death.

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Sports

Strong Defense, Eventual Offense Propel Father Judge to PCL Crown

After a barren first quarter the Crusaders roared back, blocked shots and topped Roman Catholic, 41-34, for the boys basketball championship.

Unsung Hero Zion Coston Pushes Neumann-Goretti to PCL Title

The junior hit key shots, including two free throws in the waning seconds of the girls’ basketball final, to help the Saints edge Archbishop Carroll, 50-43.

Sacred Heart Academy Routs District 1A Foe, Moves to State Tourney

The Lions beat Delco Christian, 49-28, behind balanced scoring and staunch defense. They face their District 3A opponent March 8 as statewide competition begins.

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Calendar of Events

Archdiocesan Human Resources Office to Hold Career Fair March 21

The fair is an excellent chance to explore multiple job opportunities in one place.

Cardinal O’Hara HS to Hold Five O’Clock Somewhere Mane Event

Enjoy live music, food, adult refreshments, auction items, raffles, and more.

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USCCB

IVF Destroys Human Life, Bishops Urge Ethical Alternatives

“Jesus Keeps on Loving You, No Matter What,” says Bishop Thomas in Lenten Message

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Pope Francis

Pope’s Condition Shows ‘Further Slight Improvement’

Pope Francis' condition showed "further slight improvement" in the previous 24 hours, the Vatican said in its evening medical bulletin Feb. 26.

This Lent, Compare Your Life to a Migrant’s, Pope Says

Pope Francis urged Christians to examine their consciences in Lent by comparing their daily lives to the hardships faced by migrants, calling it a way to grow in empathy and discover God's call to compassion.

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Hispanic Catholics

La Voz de Dios Feb. 23, 2025

En este episodio especial, recibimos a Jhoselyn Martínez, quien fue la anfitriona de nuestro programa durante 25 años.

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