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New Director at St. Rita Shrine Fosters Its Mission of Mercy, Peace
Dr. Guilherme Lopes leads a ministry team at the national shrine on Broad Street in South Philadelphia that is helping people to believe forgiveness and reconciliation is not an impossible cause.
Roman Catholic Welcomes City Officials for Youth Safety Initiative
Roman Catholic High School hosted city officials on Oct. 22 for its Center City Safe Schools initiative.
Archbishop Pérez Consecrates Archdiocesan Catholic Schools to Sacred Heart
At a special Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul on Oct. 16, Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez consecrated more than 41,000 Catholic school students across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. About 1,200 students attended in person.
Reverend Monsignor Louis A. D’ Addezio
Reverend Monsignor Louis A. D' Addezio Retired, Resident, Villa Saint Joseph, Darby, died on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Jason Sorgini Named Chief HR Officer for Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Jason Sorgini has been appointed chief human resources officer for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, effective Jan. 4, 2027.
Discover Catholic Philadelphia Guide Available as Free Digital Download
The latest edition of Discover Catholic Philadelphia, founded by Ascension Press founder Matthew Pinto, is available as a free digital download featuring the region’s Catholic churches, shrines, and historic landmarks.
Archdiocese to Host Webinar on Supporting Grieving Children and Teens
The webinar, held in recognition of Children’s Grief Awareness Month, is designed for educators, counselors, administrators and other professionals who work with children and teens.
PCL Girls’ Soccer Playoffs Proceed in Typical Tight Fashion
Three teams in the Philadelphia Catholic League finished with identical records. So it was fitting that the quarterfinal playoffs resulted in a 1-0 win and 2-1 win decided after seven rounds of penalty kicks.
Faithful Citizenship Resource for the 2026 Election
The Pennsylvania Catholic Conference has released a nonpartisan voter resource to help Catholics prepare for the Nov. 3 general election with an informed conscience.
Alumni Keep the Spirit of Closed Schools Alive Through Scholarships
Graduates of former archdiocesan high schools North Catholic and St. James are raising millions of dollars for today’s students at Catholic elementary and secondary schools, extending a hand to “help the next person up.”