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Far and near, missionaries proclaim Christ with joy
The Gospel message is spread by “passionate hearts” rooted in a deep love for Jesus, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez Oct. 24, speaking of World Mission Sunday and the annual White Mass for medical professionals.
Superintendent of Catholic high schools to step down Nov. 5
I.H.M. Sister Maureen Lawrence McDermott, superintendent of secondary schools and chief academic officer for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia since 2015, will resign due to health concerns.
‘Boot Up Philly’ gives leg up to hundreds in need
Some 1,000 homeless individuals received footwear, food and more at an Oct. 23 community giveaway organized by archdiocesan Catholic Social Services as part of its St. John's Hospice ministry.
Catholic foster care ‘back 100%’ after Supreme Court decision
Following a unanimous ruling in its favor, archdiocesan Catholic Social Services has resumed its placement of at-risk children in homes. The Butts family of Philadelphia is one of many offering children "love and a support team" through CSS.
Ministry meets moms, babies where they’re at with what they need
Located in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood, The Cenacle provides food, diapers, education and more to pregnant women and new parents, thanks to archdiocesan Catholic Social Services and its partners.
Catholic Women’s Conference returns with strength, beauty
More than 700 women from across the Philadelphia region gathered in two sessions Saturday morning and afternoon Oct. 23 to hear speakers, pray together during adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and share one another's company, united in faith.
Changes in clergy assignments announced
Archbishop Nelson Perez announced additional assignments for two archdiocesan priests Oct. 21.
Local priest takes a step toward sainthood
At an Oct. 19 ceremony, the Philadelphia Archdiocese announced it will send the canonization cause of Augustinian Father Bill Atkinson -- the Catholic Church's first quadriplegic priest -- to the Vatican.
Young adults ‘connect, grow and share’ faith to reach others
An Oct. 16 holy hour officially launched the archdiocesan Office for Ministry with Young Adults, beginning a new journey for a new generation, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez.
Faith, prophetic voices and small beginnings can end gun violence, says archbishop
The “simple but complex” challenge requires “a transformation of the human spirit” by God that takes place gradually, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez at an Oct. 16 Mass for peace and justice.