People and Events
Paul DiLorenzo Named Director of the Archdiocesan Office for Child and Youth Protection
Paul DiLorenzo, a nationally recognized child welfare and abuse prevention expert, has been named director of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office for Child and Youth Protection, effective Aug. 3.
Eric Stonesifer Named New Principal of Little Flower High School
Eric A. Stonesifer has been appointed the next principal of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls effective Monday, Aug. 3.
Immaculata University President Barbara Lettiere to Retire in 2027 After Decade of Leadership
Barbara Lettiere, who has led Immaculata University since 2017, announced she will retire July 1, 2027, as the Board of Trustees begins a national search for the Catholic university’s next president.
Andrea Hall Named Director of Archdiocesan Office for Ministry with Young Adults
Andrea Hall, who has served as associate director of the Office for Ministry with Young Adults for the past two and a half years, has been named its new director, succeeding Father Timothy Tarnacki, OSPPE, following his new pastoral assignment with the Pauline Fathers.
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.
Little Flower HS Establishes $300K Scholarship Endowment Honoring Sister Mary Scullion
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls announced a $300,000 endowed scholarship fund June 9, honoring alumna Sister Mary Scullion and expanding access to four-year tuition support for students in need.
National Centre for Padre Pio Names Deacon James Friend New Executive Director
Veteran Catholic leader and Allentown deacon brings decades of experience in ministry, fundraising, and outreach to guide the Barto-based shrine’s next chapter.
Youth Ministers Honored at Annual Appreciation Mass and Dinner
Youth ministers from across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gathered May 30 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul for the Office for Ministry with Youth’s fourth annual Ministers’ Appreciation Mass and Dinner, celebrated by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez.
Archdiocesan Students Rally at Capitol for Education Choice, EITC Anniversary
Students and leaders from archdiocesan high schools joined school choice advocates at the Rockin’ the Capitol 2026 rally in Harrisburg on May 5 to promote K 12 school choice and highlight the 25th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit program.
Philadelphia March for Life Draws Faithful to Center City
The annual Philadelphia March for Life was held April 25, hosted by the Pro‑Life Union of Greater Philadelphia, bringing together clergy, families, and pro‑life advocates from across the region.