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Transitional deacons to be ordained for Philadelphia this Saturday
Archbishop Nelson Perez will ordain six deacons for the archdiocese and three for other dioceses at the cathedral May 8. All are invited to participate prayerfully via livestream.
Homelessness ministry ‘the very visible face of God,’ says archbishop
During a recent visit, Archbishop Nelson Pérez thanked staff and volunteers at St. John's Hospice in Philadelphia for bringing "incredible" help and hope to those struggling to find permanent housing.
New saint a ‘great blessing’ for persons with disabilities, say local advocates
The recent canonization of Margaret of Castello, who suffered visual and physical impairments, shows "God can do great things for us and through us when we keep our hearts fully open to him," say pastoral and educational leaders.
Mother’s Day retreat gives women with infertility sense of ‘belonging’
Catholic ministry Springs in the Desert will host a free series of live and pre-recorded sessions May 7-9, offering a renewed sense of inclusion in marriage, community and Christ.
Persons with disabilities lead us to do ‘our very best,’ says archbishop
Those with physical, intellectual and behavioral challenges inspire everyone to deepen their love for God and others, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez at a liturgy celebrating disability inclusion.
Worlds of difference, but one faith, one family at annual gathering
The annual Cultural Heritage Mass, celebrated April 24 by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, drew participants representing nations across the globe, with all finding a home in the Catholic Church.
Local priest condemns arrest of Christian nurses in Pakistan
A survivor of persecution himself, Father Tariq Isaac is rallying support for two women accused of blasphemy against Islam, and for thousands like them who receive "no mercy" under the South Asian nation's repressive system.
Thousands of free meals later, agency still fights pandemic-related hunger
Archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services and a dedicated group of volunteers just wrapped their tenth food giveaway since October, and they're ready for more as the need continues.
Little Flower students ‘bloom’ while cleaning neighborhood, saving planet
Inspired by an Instagram meme, four juniors are "spreading the word" about caring for the earth, starting with their school's Hunting Park neighborhood.
Cardinal O’Hara students get to know their shepherd, Archbishop Perez
On his pastoral visit to the Delaware County archdiocesan high school, the archbishop told the 800 students gathered in person and virtually to follow the voice of Jesus, the Good Shepherd.