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Catholic Young Adults Hear of Archbishop Pérez’s Call to Reach Out to All People

The Archbishop met with the young adult group at St. Matthew Parish in Conshohocken to explain the call to missionary discipleship, and invite them to join the discussions on the future of the Church in Philadelphia.

Young Hispanic Catholics Take Steps to Becoming Parish, Church Leaders

Forty Hispanic young adults in the Philadelphia Archdiocese are in the midst of a 15-month program in leadership development and training for ministry in the Hispanic community.

Bronze Sculptures of Father Bill Atkinson to Help Keep His Legacy Alive

In addition to raising funds to complete up to three sculptures, friends of the late Augustinian quadriplegic priest from Delaware County, who is on the path toward sainthood, say he continues “to offer people hope.”

City Archdiocesan High Schools and Parochial Elementary Schools to Utilize Flexible Instruction Day Feb. 6

Archdiocesan high schools and elementary schools in Philadelphia will utilize a flexible instruction day Feb. 6 due to projected inclement weather in the region.

Sister Cynthia Ludwick, SSJ, dies at 91

Sister Cynthia Ludwick SSJ, (formerly Sister William Josephine), age 91, died on February 2, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Cardinal Dougherty Class of 1975 50th Reunion Set for Apr. 5

Save the date: Cardinal Dougherty Class of 1975 50th reunion will take place Saturday, Apr. 5, 2025.

Delco School to Hold Eagles Pep Rally, Raise Funds for California Wildfires Feb. 7

Saints Peter and Paul School will hold a Pep Rally to spur on spirit for the upcoming Super Bowl LIX and raise funds for victims of the wildfires in California.

Hundreds of Students Learn Value of Service at Catholic Schools Week Project with Archbishop Pérez

Students of Catholic elementary and secondary schools, plus schools of special education, packaged 1,500 care bags for people visiting a Catholic social agency during an activity Jan. 30 that underscored everyone’s vocation to serve those in need.

Archdiocesan Offices Launch New Ministry to Destigmatize, Raise Awareness for Mental Illness

Various offices within the Archdiocese are taking the first step to address mental health challenges within parish communities.

Date Night Events Help Married Couples Reconnect, Celebrate ‘Culture of Life and Love’

Parishes and organizations in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are offering numerous ways to support sacramental marriage for engaged couples, newlyweds, longtime spouses and even struggling couples in February.