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Archbishop Perez ordains two new priests
In solemn and joyful rites May 15 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, Archbishop Nelson Perez ordained Father Kenneth Cavara and Father Mark Tobin priests.
South Phila. parish gets its barbecue on
Faithful at St. Gabriel in the city's Grays Ferry section capped a recent May procession with a picnic on the church's grounds, bringing old and young together around their favorite summer foods.
St. Katherine’s special students enjoy visit from special guest
St. Katherine Day School, one of three archdiocesan schools of special education, gave a warm welcome to Archbishop Nelson Perez when he visited the school May 11.
Across the Aisles: Old St. Joseph Parish, Philadelphia
One of the oldest Catholic parishes in the archdiocese welcomed Archbishop Nelson Perez May 10 for a Mass in which he confirmed 14 young women and men.
Nine men ordained transitional deacons at cathedral
Archbishop Nelson Perez ordained the men, including six for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, during a Mass May 8 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.
Alumni of St. Charles Seminary celebrate milestones of ministry
The annual Priests’ Alumni Mass at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary drew many priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese as they renewed friendships and priestly camaraderie.
Couples mark wedding anniversaries with prayer at cathedral
Archbishop Nelson Perez celebrated Mass on Saturday, May 1 and afterward greeted Catholic couples in the Philadelphia region celebrating their wedding anniversaries at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.
St. John’s Hospice gets helping hand from archbishop on visit
Archbishop Nelson Perez paid a visit to the Catholic facility for homeless men in Philadelphia during his visit April 29. He had lunch with the guests, met the staff on a tour, and handed out bags of food and personal items.
Across the Aisles: St. Agnes Parish, Sellersville
Archbishop Nelson Perez conferred the sacrament of confirmation on 34 young men and women at the Bucks County parish during a Mass he celebrated there April 28.
Before ordination as deacons, 9 men declare Oath of Fidelity
In a liturgy April 26 at the seminary, this year's candidates for the permanent diaconate publicly professed their faith and signed an oath to be faithful in their ministry to all that the Catholic Church teaches.