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Sister Teresa M. McKenna, SSJ, dies at 93
Sister Teresa M. McKenna SSJ, (formerly Sister St. Catherine), age 93, died on May 4, 2025, at the age of 93 at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Roseann Treston, SSJ, dies at 89
S. Roseann Treston SSJ, (formerly S. Regina Gratiae), age 89, died on May 6, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Archbishop Pérez Announces Latest Clerical Assignments
Archbishop Nelson Pérez announces clerical assignment changes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
All Invited to Pray for Pope Leo XIV with Special Mass at Cathedral
Celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV at a Mass of Thanksgiving on Friday, May 9 at 12:05 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica with Archbishop Pérez. Attend in person or via livestream. Prayers may also be offered using guidelines from the Office for Divine Worship.
Pope Leo XIV Elected First American Pontiff; Has Links to Phila. Church
The former Cardinal Robert Prevost studied at Villanova University as an undergrad, and was ordained to the episcopacy by Archbishop James Green, a Philadelphia priest. The Holy Father stressed building bridges as an early theme of his pontificate.
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia’s Mother’s Day Brunch Celebrates Endurance of Love
The community-based and housing programs threw a party May 3 that featured music, food, dance, and faith as mothers and their kids celebrated their triumphs and each other.
Father Donato Silveri, Longtime Pastor and Former Military Chaplain, Dies at Age 95
The Philadelphia native was ordained in 1964 and served in multiple parishes before ministering as a U.S. Army chaplain. He led St. Mary Magdalen De Pazzi Parish in South Philadelphia for 16 years and later served veterans as chaplain at the Southeastern Pennsylvania Veterans' Center in Chester County.
Cardinal Foley Symposium to Gather Expert Communicators for Town Hall Discussion
All are invited to the May 22 symposium at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary that annually celebrates the World Day of Communications. This year’s event focuses on the message of Pope Francis for this occasion with the theme, "Share with gentleness the hope that is in your heart."
Seven Men Take Step Toward Priesthood with Transitional Diaconate Ordination on May 10
Seven men will be ordained transitional deacons for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia on May 10 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul. Watch the livestream of the Mass here.
Father Charles Sullivan, Longtime Parish Leader, Dies at 86
Father Charles Sullivan, pastor emeritus of St. Bernard Parish in Philadelphia, passed away on May 2, 2025. Ordained in 1966, he faithfully served multiple parishes across the archdiocese and spent 16 years as pastor of St. Bernard Parish.