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Philadelphia Archdiocese Names Eileen Keefe Senior Deputy General Counsel

Keefe brings over two decades of professional experience as a lawyer, specializing in employment law and liability litigation.

Eucharistic Procession Winds Through Olney, Joins Catholic Faithful, Residents, Police

St. Helena and St. Ambrose parishes in Lower Northeast Philadelphia hosted a procession and benediction with other local clergy and officers of the city’s 35th Police District to strengthen the neighborhood.

St. Charles Borromeo Parish’s Milestone Reminds All of God’s Love, Mission in Delco

The Drexel Hill parish, the fourth oldest in Delaware County, will launch its 175th anniversary year with a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Pérez on Oct. 13 followed by a banquet.

Seminary to Livestream New Campus Blessing and Dedication Oct. 12

Watch the blessing and dedication at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. Archbishop Pérez will be the main celebrant.

Third Annual Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage

On Thursday, Sept. 26 the Father Bill Atkinson Service Corps presented its 3rd annual Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage.

Named After First U.S. Black Priest, New Senior Housing Community Blessed by Archbishop

Father Augustus Tolton Place, a new affordable housing community for independent seniors in Southwest Philadelphia, hosted a visit by Archbishop Nelson Pérez on Monday, Oct. 7 for its formal blessing and dedication.

Faithful Citizenship 2024 Election Information Resources

In advance of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 5, CatholicPhilly presents materials to inform voters on the positions of candidates for public office.

Watch Livestream of Fr. Augustus Tolton Place Blessing and Dedication

Archbishop Pérez will bless the 45-unit facility which will provide affordable housing for seniors in Southwest Philadelphia.

St. Martin de Porres Mass Set for Nov. 3

The Office for Black Catholics will hold a Mass of celebration for St. Martin de Porres on his feast day, Nov. 3, at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Catholic Historical Research Center to Hold Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Latest Exhibit Oct. 24

Get a behind the scenes look at "Finest Wheat: The Story of the 41st International Eucharistic Congress" on Oct. 24 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.