Posted March 18, 2022

The Catholic Newman Center on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University in Philadelphia gathered for Mass with Archbishop Nelson Perez and the chaplain, Father Carlos Keen, on Thursday, March 17. After Mass in the Newman Center’s chapel, the archbishop had lunch and discussions with students. Learn more about the Catholic campus ministries at Penn and at Drexel. (Photos by Sarah Webb)

  • Father Carlos Keen, Newman Center chaplain, prepares to proclaim the Gospel.

  • Archbishop Perez speaks with students during his homily.

  • The students and celebrants pray for the intercession of Mary.

  • The archbishop chats with students over lunch.

  • The Newman Center is located at St. Agatha-St. James Church in University City.