Archbishop Perez's messages
Supreme Court decision ‘affirms deep value’ of every human life
Archbishop Nelson Pérez welcomed the June 24 ruling against abortion, and pointed to the Catholic Church's "holistic commitment to protecting and preserving life" through its social supports.
Local News
Pro-lifers grateful for abortion ruling, ready to work for women
Following the Supreme Court's June 24 decision against a constitutional right to abortion, Philadelphia-area pro-life advocates say they will "redouble their outreach" to women facing challenging pregnancies.
Archbishop, Ukrainian Catholics hail EU candidate status for Ukraine
The European Council decision, announced June 24, will not only benefit Ukraine, but strengthen the EU itself by "showing that there are principles worth living and worth dying for," said Archbishop Borys Gudziak, head of Ukrainian Catholics in the U.S.
Class of 2022 seniors net close to $450 million in scholarships
Colleges and universities across the nation are welcoming graduating students from the 16 archdiocesan high schools, with sizeable awards that mark a 9% increase from just two years ago.
Pinning ceremony shows ‘how valued vets are,’ says senior agency director
A June 29 commemoration of Vietnam War era veterans' service, hosted at an archdiocesan senior living center, is a way of affirming "human dignity," said Heather Huot of Catholic Housing and Community Services.
National News
Supreme Court overturns Roe, Casey in abortion decision
In a 6-3 decision June 24, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned its nearly 50-year-old decision in Roe v. Wade that had legalized abortion. The reversal brings abortion policy decisions to the state level.
Michigan center is among latest pro-life facilities vandalized across U.S.
Multiple windows and doors were smashed June 20 at the Lennon Pregnancy Center in Dearborn Heights, part of an uptick in such attacks as the nation awaits a landmark Supreme Court decision on abortion.
New report about YouTube shows kids exposed to derogatory videos
Research by a team from the University of Michigan showed ethnic and racial disparities exist in the videos YouTube's algorithm suggests or recommends to young children, tweens and teens.
Spirituality
Jesus calls us to be ready, and determined, to follow him
Just as Jesus was resolute in facing the cross, so must we be committed to walking in the way of the Savior, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Hispanic Catholics
Declaración del Arzobispo Nelson Pérez sobre la opinión de Dobbs
La decisión "afirma el profundo valor inherente a toda vida humana," dice el Arzobispo Nelson J. Pérez.
World News
Pope: Catholic, Oriental Orthodox should look at more sacramental sharing
Pope Francis said June 23 dialogue over the decades has deepened "pastoral ecumenism" that "with the help of God, can mark a new step forward toward full communion."
Pope to visit Canada, limiting participation to one hour at various events
Despite knee pain, Pope Francis will proceed with a planned trip to Canada July 24-29, visiting in particular Indigenous peoples and addressing the Catholic Church's role in colonization and residential schools.
Meeting looks at how families protect life, pray, connect generations
Families are "guardians of the sacredness of human life from the first moment of conception to natural death," said Cardinal Kevin J. Farrell as the World Meeting of Families opened in Rome June 23.
Vatican makes archives detailing aid to Jews available online
Nearly 40,000 digital files of requests for aid from Jewish people persecuted by Nazis will now be widely accessible to the public.
Calendar of Events
Archdiocese, senator team up to honor Vietnam-era veterans
Catholic Housing and Community Services and U.S. Senator Pat Toomey's office will host a June 29 pinning ceremony in South Philadelphia, thanking those who served the nation between 1955 and 1975.
Video Features
Reviving love for the Eucharist
As the three-year National Eucharistic Revival begins, Archbishop Nelson Perez discusses the joy of discovering Christ's real presence in the Eucharist, which strengthens disciples to tell the good news of God's love.