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Three Philadelphia Priests Named Auxiliary Bishops for our Archdiocese
Pope Francis has named three Philadelphia priests as new assistant bishops for the Philadelphia Archdiocese. Archbishop Nelson Pérez made the announcement Dec. 8.
WATCH LIVE: News Conference on the Appointment of Three New Auxiliary Bishops for Philadelphia Today at 10:45 a.m.
A news conference will be held at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center this morning at 10:45 a.m. with Archbishop Pérez. You can watch live here.
Pope Francis Appoints Three New Auxiliary Bishops for Philadelphia
Reverend Keith J. Chylinski, Reverend Christopher R. Cooke, and Reverend Efren V. Esmilla have been named as Auxiliary Bishops to serve the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and her people.
Catholic Gospel Mass Choir Gives Praise at ‘A Soulful Christmas’ Concert
The Philadelphia Catholic Mass Gospel Choir and Philadelphia priest Father Stephen Thorne will join hundreds of musicians for "A Soulful Christmas" at the Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall Dec. 12.
Philadelphia Seminarians Receive Formation in Church Management
Throughout the week-long program, Villanova professors and staff led conversations on topics to help newly ordained priests and men in formation for various ministries grow in practical areas of leadership.
Cathedral Basilica to Hold Annual Christmas Concert Dec. 10
The Sunday show will reinforce our Advent mission to be beacons of light.
Stacy Williams Named Next Director of the Archdiocesan Office for Black Catholics
Her appointment becomes effective July 1, 2024.
Bishop Burbidge to Receive Honorary Degree During St. Charles Seminary’s 2024 Concursus Ceremony
Bishop Burbidge will also deliver the keynote address to seminary graduates.
Haason Reddick Donates 200 Winter Coats to Catholic School Students in North Philadelphia
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick recently paid a surprise visit to a local Catholic school on GivingTuesday.
Heather Huot Named Next Secretary for Catholic Human Services
Heather Huot will be the first woman to hold this post in the history of the Archdiocese.