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Thousands Mark Climax of National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Solemn Mass, Procession in Philadelphia
The 43-day pilgrimage brought Christ in the Eucharist to communities in 14 U.S. states culminating on Sunday, July 5 with a Mass at the Cathedral Basilica and a journey between the shrines of the city’s two saints.
Pope Leo XIV Honored During Liberty Medal Ceremony in Philadelphia
During a live address telecast July 3 from Rome to an interfaith audience at the National Constitution Center, the “son of this great country” spoke of a nation founded on the God-given dignity of the human person.
Thomas J. Geisler Named CFO of Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Education
Geisler brings 17 years of experience in educational finance to his new position. He will succeed David Magee, who served for more than four decades in financial roles for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, when he retires July 31.
Newest Archdiocesan Shrine for Adoration Opens in Havertown
Archbishop Nelson Pérez dedicated the Sacre Coeur Perpetual Adoration Chapel at St. Denis Parish on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 12. He also consecrated the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Sacred Heart.
Retreat for Prison Ministers Set for August 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House
Catholics involved in prison, jail, and detention ministry are invited to attend a regional overnight retreat Aug. 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House.
Basilica Shrine to Launch Annual Summer Novena of Hope on July 6
The nine-week series will reflect on the nation's 250th anniversary through the theme "The United States of Mary" and feature weekly Masses, novenas and guest homilists.
People of Hope Museum Shows Americans’ Struggles, Church’s Service to Them
The mobile exhibit traveling this year nationwide made a stop in Philadelphia June 25-26. It documented not only the challenges that people face to live, but the help they receive locally from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
Catholic Charities Appeal Reaches $8.4M in 2025 Campaign, Report Shows
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has released its 2025 Catholic Charities Appeal Impact Report, announcing that the annual campaign raised $8,417,080 to support dozens of charitable service organizations and ministries.
‘Very Blessed’ Archbishop Ryan Grad Helps Kids Amidst Rehab for NBA Debut
Traveling cross-country didn’t stop Thomas Sorber, the top draft pick of the Oklahoma City Thunder last year, from passing on the values he learned at Archbishop Ryan to young basketball campers.
A Dog Named Blaze Shares God’s Love in Drexel Hill
The presence of the 2-year-old golden retriever at St. Dorothy Parish will end when the pastor, Father Michael Murphy, retires July 1. But the dog’s posts on Facebook and presence at the Jersey Shore will continue to inspire people.