People and Events

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.

Third Annual Father Bill Atkinson Pilgrimage

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

Catholic Foundation Welcomes New CEO

In an Sept. 26 announcement, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia announced the appointment of Ted Qualli as president and CEO, effective Oct. 16.

St. Richard Parish Readies for 100th Anniversary

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will celebrate this Sunday’s 2 p.m. centennial commemorative Mass at the South Philadelphia parish.

St. John’s Hospice Hosts Fundraiser for “Boot Up Philly” Giveaway Event

Funds raised will help purchase cold-weather essentials for more than 1,000 individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Office of Catholic Education Welcomes High School, Special Education Teachers Back to School

Staff were greeted with soft pretzels as "a small token of appreciation" as they returned for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Papal Foundation Adds Two Veteran Executives to Development Team

Patrick Dolan and Cesar Salas Named Vice Presidents of Steward Development and Planned Giving.

Peak Encounter Retreat Helps Young Adults to ‘Expect the Unexpected’

Hosted by Malvern Retreat House and led by Heather Makowicz, founder of Peak Encounter Ministries, the Aug. 15 event discussed encountering God in unexpected places.

IHM Sister Professes Perpetual Vows, Makes Lifelong Commitment

Sister Elizabeth Anne entered the IHM Congregation in Sept. 2016 and professed her first vows in Aug. 2019.

Philadelphian Franciscan Sisters Celebrate 2024 Jubilarians

Twelve of the jubilarians have served in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.