Archbishop Pérez visited St. Edmond’s Home for Children Jan. 8 for a special prayer service and tour. He was joined by Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., retired Archbishop of Philadelphia. St. Edmond’s is part of the Developmental Programs Division of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
The ministry cares for medically fragile children with a diagnosis of severe or profound intellectual and physical disabilities. Staff provide medical support and therapeutic interventions along with a range of activities and experiences for children at a 40-bed campus program as well as two community homes for young adults. (Photos: Sarah Webb)
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