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Before ordination as deacons, 9 men declare Oath of Fidelity
In a liturgy April 26 at the seminary, this year's candidates for the permanent diaconate publicly professed their faith and signed an oath to be faithful in their ministry to all that the Catholic Church teaches.
Cassock Classic draws young adults for day of outdoor fun
Young adults from across the Philadelphia region played in an Ultimate Tournament held at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary. Archbishop Nelson Perez began their day with Mass.
Mass at cathedral honors gifts of those with disabilities
Archbishop Nelson Perez was the main celebrant for the annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities, which was interpreted in American Sign Language for deaf persons.
Blessings of diversity celebrated at Cultural Heritage Mass
The rich diversity of cultures and ethnicities was on vibrant display for the annual archdiocesan Mass Saturday, April 24 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, led by Archbishop Nelson Perez.
Archbishop Perez visits Cardinal O’Hara High School
On April 26 the archbishop celebrated Mass, toured classrooms and spent time with students, teachers and staff of the archdiocesan school in Springfield, Delaware County.
Across the Aisles: St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Springfield
Young people received the sacrament of confirmation from Archbishop Nelson Perez during his April 19 visit to the Delaware County parish.
Phoenixville Catholic students learn care for creation in town cleanup
More than 220 students of the Chester County community fanned out in a 36-block area around their school for an Earth Day activity April 23, picking up debris and learning how to care for creation.
Across the Aisles: St. Mary Magdalene Parish, Media
Archbishop Nelson J. Perez confirmed young men and women during his visit to the parish Thursday, April 15 where he was the main celebrant and homilist for Mass.
Brothers of Borromeo camp brings fun to discernment
Middle-school age boys gathered for a day of activities, talks and prayer at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary April 9 designed to help them learn to hear God's call to priesthood.
Archbishop Pérez confirms young Catholics at cathedral
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul was a fitting place for the sacrament of confirmation April 11 as the archbishop confirmed several young people in a solemn Mass.