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Young Catholic Professionals Celebrate Five Years in Philadelphia
Launched in 2018, the YCP Philadelphia Chapter is part of a national network that equips young professionals in their 20s and 30s to deepen their faith while pursuing their careers.
Archbishop Pérez Honored at 6abc Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon
As the first Archbishop of Philadelphia of Hispanic heritage, Archbishop Pérez, a proud son of Cuban immigrants, accepted the 2026 “Philly Proud Community Leader Award” in recognition of his leadership and service.
Photos: Pastoral Center Gathering Highlights Trust and Hope Progress
Archbishop Nelson Pérez joined Pastoral Center staff and administrators Oct. 1 for an update on the Trust and Hope Initiative. See a photo gallery from the gathering.
Back-to-School Pep Rally Kicks Off New Academic Year, Celebrates 175 Years of Catholic Education
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez joined hundreds of students from across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for a spirited Back-to-School Pep Rally celebrating the start of the 2026-27 academic year with school pride, performances, and a mascot race. See a photo gallery.
Archbishop Pérez, Area Faithful Attend Annual PA March for Life
Held on the steps of the State Capitol, the Sept. 21 rally and march promoted respect for all human life from conception to natural death.
See Scenes: Archdiocese Honored at Little Sisters of the Poor Gala
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez accepted an award on behalf of the Catholic Church of Philadelphia at the Sept. 27 Saint Jeanne Jugan Gala, celebrating generations of support for the Little Sisters of the Poor and their mission to care for the elderly poor.
Photos: Inaugural Mass for Racial Healing
The Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing hosted its inaugural Mass for Racial Healing on Sept. 26 at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. See a photo gallery.
Photos: Religious Jubilarians Honored at Annual Mass of Thanksgiving
The celebration acknowledged their years of devoted service to the Church, and Archbishop Nelson Pérez served as the principal celebrant as the jubilarians prayerfully renewed their vows.
Photos: AbbeyFest Brings Faithful Together for 12th Annual Celebration
The concert lineup included headliner and ‘American Idol’ Finalist Danny Gokey, co-headliner Seph Schlueter, Sarah Kroger, Brother Isaiah, Joe Melendrez, and more.
Photos: ‘Witness to Hope’ Conference Focuses on Accompanying Immigrant Communities
Villanova University hosted the "Witness to Hope: Pastoral Care of Immigrant Communities" conference, bringing together clergy, religious leaders, and lay faithful for a two-day event focused on supporting immigrant families.