Archbishop Perez's messages

Archbishop Pérez: Blessed Carlo is an Inspirational Role Model for Children and Young Adults

Archbishop Pérez issued a statement May 24 welcoming Pope Francis’ decree recognizing a second miracle attributed to the Intercession of Blessed Carlo Acutis.

Archbishop Pérez’s Remarks: Villanova University Commencement

See the full text of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez’s address from the May 17 Villanova University Commencement ceremony.

Archbishop Sends Passover Greetings

In his letter to the Jewish community, the archbishop said in a time of turmoil and violence throughout the world, Passover and its promise are more timely than ever.

Archbishop Pérez Issues Statement Regarding Shooting at Eid Al-Fitr Celebration in West Philly

The Archbishop in a statement asked all in the Philadelphia Archdiocese to "join me in asking God to strengthen and console all those who are suffering" in response to a shooting that erupted this afternoon during a celebration marking the end of Ramadan.

Archbishop Pérez Offers Ramadan Greetings

As Muslims throughout the Philadelphia region begin the month of Ramadan, Archbishop Pérez offers greetings to our friends of the Muslim faith tradition.

Archbishop Sends Letter to the Catholic Asian Community On The Occasion of the Lunar New Year

Archbishop Pérez sent the following letter to the Asian Catholic Community Feb. 16 on the occasion of the Lunar New Year.

Archbishop Pérez’s Homily: Ash Wednesday

See the full text of Archbishop Pérez’s homily from the 12:05 p.m. Ash Wednesday Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia Wed., Feb. 14, 2024.

Archbishop Pérez: May Dr. King’s Life Inspire and Challenge Us

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez released the following statement Jan. 12 on the observance of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Statement of Archbishop Pérez Regarding the Death of Mr. Matthew H. McCloskey IV

Archbishop Pérez released the following statement Jan. 5 on the death of Mr. Matthew H. McCloskey IV, a Catholic philanthropist and Philadelphia business leader who exhibited the spirit of Missionary Discipleship throughout his life.

Christmas Greetings from Archbishop Pérez, Auxiliary Bishops

As faithful prepare to celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord, Archbishop Pérez and the Auxiliary Bishops of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia offer Christmas greetings to Catholics throughout the Philadelphia region.