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To the clergy and people of the Church in Philadelphia
Archbishop Charles Chaput shares his letter to all clergy and people regarding the current status of Msgr. William J. Lynn.
Looking back at the year: Catholic news bombshells dropped in 2013
Waves of parish restructuring, financial disclosures, clergy decisions, new evangelization and poignant scenes from Catholic life were just some news items of the memorable year that passed in the Philadelphia Archdiocese. We take a last long back while heading into 2014.
January newsletter: Office for Hispanic Catholics
Read about Catholic events and useful information of interest to Latino Catholics -- in Spanish and English.
Msgr. Lynn makes bail, leaves state prison with monitoring device
The former secretary for clergy for the Philadelphia Archdiocese, whose conviction for child endangerment was reversed Dec. 26, was freed on bail Dec. 3.
Judge sets $250,000 bail for Msgr. Lynn after reversal of conviction
PHILADELPHIA (CNS) -- Bond was set at $250,000 for Msgr. William Lynn Dec. 30, four days after an appeals court reversed his conviction for endangering child welfare by his handling of a sex abuse case. His lawyers indicated they would try to secure his release by Jan. 2.
West Chester parish serves needy now and all year
The Holy Family Program, now in its 15th year at St. Agnes Parish, has aided 300 local families including 900 children not only during the Christmas season but throughout the year.
Appeals court reverses child endangerment conviction of Msgr. Lynn
The highest ranking official of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia convicted of a crime in connection with the sexual abuse scandal of recent years may soon walk free from prison. A Superior Court panel ruled Dec. 26 there was insufficient evidence to convict Msgr. William Lynn, and it reversed his 2012 conviction.
For 400 children, a fun Christmas party showed the reason for the season
The 57th Archbishop’s Christmas Benefit for Children treated special kids – representing thousands served by Catholic Social Services – to songs, presents and a visit from Archbishop Chaput and Santa Claus.
Phila. court asks further notice on Catholic cemeteries’ deal
Orphan’s Court of Philadelphia got letters about the proposed lease of the cemeteries, and wanted more time for people to comment. Parishioners will see a notice inviting them to do so.
Archbishop Chaput sends Christmas message
Listen to the archbishop's audio reflection on Christmas and his greeting to everyone.