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Babies get a boost with donated diapers, formula
Two local organizations purchased $3,000 of infant supplies for archdiocesan Catholic Social Services' Northeast Philadelphia outreach, which is making sure families "have what they need to get through the pandemic."
In a first, St. Charles Seminary holds Concursus graduation online
Archbishop Perez encouraged the seminarian and lay graduates of the seminary May 13. The rector announced major changes to the seminary's administration. See our full list of degree recipients and awardees.
Casa del Carmen aids families with 1,200 donated hygiene kits
Heart to Heart International partnered with Catholic Social Services to offer North Philadelphia residents masks, shampoo and toothpaste to stretch budgets during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outreach brings airline food to the hungry on the ground
With the aviation industry stalled, Project Isaiah directs in-flight meals to agencies such as archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services to meet the steep demand for aid.
Catholic students, staff show the love on Teacher Appreciation Week
Heart-warming signs of mutual gratitude were abundant last week as thanks for teachers and this year's graduates rolled out along with creative approaches to education across the archdiocese.
Join online Easter video series each night this week
Archbishop Nelson Perez invites all the faithful to join him spiritually each night at 7 p.m. to watch a brief talk by local speakers in “Resurrection & Restoration: Archbishop Pérez’s Easter Video Series.”
New video series explores power of Christ to restore life after COVID-19
Starting May 10, local Catholic speakers will share dynamic insights on "Resurrection and Restoration" as part of the Archbishop's Easter video series, available online in English, Spanish and American Sign Language.
Archdiocese explores next steps in reopening churches for Mass
As Pennsylvania begins lifting COVID-19 restrictions, plans for resuming in-person liturgies are being formed, with "sanitation and social distancing" central to a "new normal" in parish life.
Even with payouts for abuse victims, archdiocese’s finances improve
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia saw a core operating surplus of $2.8 million in 2019, up from the nadir of a $17.6 million deficit in 2012. To date, more than $43 million has been paid to victims of clergy sexual abuse.
Catholic experts advise on coping with anxiety of pandemic
COVID-19 is presenting emotional and mental challenges, plus physical health issues. Catholic psychologists and a Philadelphia priest are providing insights, resources and positive ways to cope.