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New Pact Eases Path to College for Archdiocesan Students
Mount St. Mary’s University and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced a partnership this spring offering scholarships up to $35,000 per year. The plan is already yielding strong results.
Two Men Took Longest Roads to Become New Philadelphia Priests
Newly ordained Fathers Jude Opara and Michael Gokie journeyed from Nigeria, Peru, and several U.S. states to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, where they will begin to serve since Archbishop Pérez ordained them priests May 16.
Archbishop Pérez Announces New Clergy Assignments Starting July 1
See the assignments for eight newly ordained priests, plus changes in assignment for priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
Local Catholic Leaders Discuss Urgency of Better Care for Earth
An annual conference hosted by EcoPhilly at Villanova University May 9 showcased how individuals, parishes, and dioceses can steward changes in care for our common home.
Volunteers Sought for National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Procession in July
A public Eucharistic procession through Philadelphia in July is expected to draw hundreds of Catholic pilgrims as part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, with organizers at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul seeking volunteers.
Congratulations to Priest Jubilarians, New Priests of 2026
Twenty archdiocesan priests are celebrating milestone ordination anniversaries this year, along with Archbishop Emeritus of Philadelphia Cardinal Justin Rigali.
‘Serve Others with Joy’: Archbishop Pérez Ordains Three Permanent Deacons
Kevin Kelly, John Milius and Shawn Terkhorn received Holy Orders May 9. They begin their new lives of service to the Catholic Church and her people in the model of Jesus’ command: “Love one another.”
Archbishop Pérez Announces Permanent Deacon Appointments and Retirements
See the latest permanent deacon retirements, parish assignment changes, and newly ordained deacon appointments announced on May 9 by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez.
Archbishop Pérez to Ordain Largest Class of New Priests in 23 Years
The eight new priests to be ordained for Philadelphia May 16 promise a future of strong service to the Church. According to a new report, the Archdiocese is poised for continued growth in vocations.
Papal Foundation Approves Record $15 Million in Global Grants for 2026
The Philadelphia-based Papal Foundation approved more than $15 million in 2026 grants supporting a record 144 Church-led projects in 75 countries, announced during its annual pilgrimage in Rome and audience with Pope Leo XIV.