Archbishop Pérez
Archbishop Pérez Extends Passover Greetings to the Jewish Community
In a letter to the Jewish community, the archbishop acknowledged that preparations for Passover come amid conflict and anxiety, and expressed the Catholic community’s shared hope for peace in the world and in every heart.
Archbishop Pérez Mourns Passing of Bishop William Murphy of Rockville Centre Diocese
Bishop Murphy served the Archdiocese of Boston as a priest and auxiliary bishop before he was appointed Bishop of Rockville Centre, where he ordained Archbishop Pérez as a bishop in 2012.
Archbishop Pérez Sends Letter to Muslim Faith Community for Eid al-Fitr
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez shared a message March 17 offering prayerful greetings to the Muslim community in Philadelphia as they prepare to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.
Remarks by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez on 2026 Liberty Medal for Pope Leo XIV
At a news conference Monday, March 16 in Philadelphia, the National Constitution Center announced that it is awarding Pope Leo XIV the 2026 Liberty Medal as the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary. Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez offered the following remarks.
Archbishop Pérez Offers Gratitude for Cardinal Pierre, Welcomes Successor
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez issued a statement March 9 expressing joy at the appointment of Archbishop Gabriele Giordano Caccia as the new Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, while offering gratitude for the service of Cardinal Christophe Pierre following his retirement.
Archbishop Pérez Encourages Prayers for Peace Amid Renewed Middle East Conflict
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez issued a March 6 statement encouraging Catholics across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to pray for peace as renewed conflict in the Middle East has "produced concern and worry in our hearts."
Archbishop Pérez Sends Letter to the Asian Catholic Community on Lunar New Year
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez shares a message with the Asian Catholic community in the Philadelphia region in observance of Lunar New Year on Feb. 17.
Archbishop Pérez Sends Letter to the Muslim Faith Community on the Occasion of Ramadan
Archbishop Pérez sent a Feb. 13 letter to the Muslim community in the Philadelphia region for the start of Ramadan, which will be observed this year from Feb. 17 to March 19, 2026.
Archbishop Pérez Congratulates Archbishop Hicks, Thanks Cardinal Dolan
On Feb. 6, Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez congratulated Archbishop Ronald Hicks on his installation as Archbishop of New York and thanked Cardinal Dolan for his years of leadership in the Archdiocese of New York.
Archbishop Celebrates 175th Anniversary Mass at St. Matthew Parish
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez celebrated Mass Feb. 8 at St. Matthew Parish in Conshohocken as the community marked the beginning of its milestone anniversary year.