Archbishop Perez's messages
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.
Archbishop Pérez Sends Letter to the Jewish Community on the Occasion of Hanukkah
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez sent a letter Dec. 7 to the Jewish Community as it marks the occasion of Hanukkah.
During Advent Let Us ‘Find Quiet Time to Encounter the Lord,’ says Archbishop
Archbishop Pérez shares a special Advent message as the faithful prepare for the birth of Christ.