Archbishop Perez's messages
Archbishop Urges Prayers for Victims of Hurricane Helene
In the wake of the deadly storm, which has killed more than 130 people, Archbishop Nelson Pérez asks that the Lord "pour His mercy upon all those impacted by this natural disaster."
Local News
Joyful Films’ Katharine Drexel Story Wins Mid-Atlantic EMMY
The award-winning film “The Total Gift: A Katharine Drexel Story” delves into what fueled the Philadelphia saint’s inspiration for her extensive service to African Americans and Native Americans: her devotion to the Eucharist.
Faithful Citizenship 2024 Election Information Resources
In advance of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5, CatholicPhilly presents materials to inform voters on the positions of candidates for public office.
Commentaries
Leaving ‘Mother Overbrook’ for the Last Time, With Gratitude
Bishop Keith Chylinski, rector of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary, drove away from the permanently vacated Overbrook campus on September 30. He thanks God for the thousands who built, supported and served within those hallowed walls for over 150 years.
Respect Life Month: Abortion is About All of Us
Respect Life Month asks that we stop and see life in order to better love it, live it, and protect it, writes Daniel Drain, director of the archdiocesan Office for Life and Family.
Profile
New Director Looks Forward to Guiding Catholic Men in Finding Their Vocations
Father David O’Brien, appointed last June to head the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, says he desires “to be a good example of the priesthood” and to help those interested view this vocation as a viable option.
Calendar of Events
St. Joseph Parish, Aston, to Hold Triduum Oct. 6-8
Join St. Joseph Parish in Aston for three days of services and events at their Parish Triduum Oct. 6-8 at St. Joseph Church.
Annual Catholic Women’s Conference Set for Oct. 19
Join the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Evangelization for the Catholic Women’s Conference on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa.
Youth and Young Adult Ministries to Host Philly Conferences Nov. 23
Archdiocesan youth and young adult ministries will host two events on Saturday, Nov. 23 -- one for teens and one for young adults -- to mark the Solemnity of Christ the King of the Universe where Pope Francis calls the entire Universal Church to celebrate young people.
People and Events
Catholic Foundation Welcomes New CEO
In an Sept. 26 announcement, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia announced the appointment of Ted Qualli as president and CEO, effective Oct. 16.
Photo features
Puerto Rican Catholic Heritage Celebrated at Cathedral
Hundreds of Catholics celebrated their Puerto Rican heritage during a Mass Sept. 26 at the Cathedral Basilica led by Archbishop Pérez. See our photo gallery here.
Spirituality
Facing Temptation, Avoiding Sin Requires a Deep Look Inside
Envy and jealousy appear in this Sunday's readings. Msgr. Joseph Prior explains Jesus' teaching on the temptation to sin by showing the Lord's encouragement and promise of abundant life in him.
Video Features
Spirit of Synodality About ‘Relationships and Dialogue,’ says Archbishop
In a new video, the archbishop sits down with Julia Osęka, St. Joseph University student and voting delegate for the Second Session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, for a candid conversation ahead of the Oct. 2 synod opening in Rome.
Pope Francis
Expose Evil, Denounce Abuse, No More Coverups, Pope Says
Calling on the world's bishops not to cover up any instance or form of abuse, Pope Francis said the evil of abuse must be exposed.
Pope Praises Late King for Abdicating Rather than Signing Abortion Law
Every crisis, including what the Catholic Church can experience when people no longer care about religion or have distanced themselves from the faith, is meant to wake Christians up from their slumber, make them ask questions and to change, Pope Francis told bishops, priests, religious and pastoral workers.
Hispanic Catholics
La Voz de Dios Sept. 29, 2024
En este episodio especial de 'La Voz de Dios en las Voces de Nuestros Pueblos,' Marianela Nunez cuenta con la participación de Karla Amezcua, una Mujer Consagrada de Regnum Christi, quien compartió sus valiosas reflexiones sobre el libro 'El Poder de la Mirada.'