Video Features

Video marks 65 years of Archbishop’s Benefit for Children Christmas Party

Archbishop Nelson Pérez has released a new video on the annual benefit for children served by archdiocesan Catholic Social Services, along with a Christmas message.

Happy Thanksgiving, from their ‘wacky family’ to yours

Patrick Walsh and Eli Wenger of Martha's Choice Marketplace, an archdiocesan food pantry in Norristown, want you to remember that in good times and bad, "we're all in this together."

In fighting hunger, ‘we’re all in this together’

A new music video from the managers of an archdiocesan food pantry reminds listeners that addressing food insecurity is far from a solo act.

From farmers to families, through the hands of God’s people

Amid ongoing food insecurity, volunteers gathered Oct. 17 to distribute 1,110 boxes of fresh food supplied by the USDA, a longtime partner of archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services.

Archbishop Perez asks for support of missions this Sunday

Watch a video for World Mission Sunday, with a special message by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, observing the Catholic Church's global mission to encounter all peoples and build the church throughout the world.

Fur, feathers and fellowship at animal blessing

A Northeast Philadelphia parish brings families and four-footers together every year on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi at in a celebration of God's creation.

Face to face, heart to heart at Divine Providence Village

After months of COVID restrictions, residents and staff of the archdiocesan care facility for adults with disabilities enjoyed a drive-by visit from families, while celebrating support workers.

Back to class, with a little help from heaven

St. Mary School in Schwenksville celebrated a Sept. 3 Mass of the Holy Spirit (a centuries-old Catholic school tradition) to prepare students for their courses, and for their role as missionary disciples.

Archdiocesan seniors earn more than $412 million in scholarships

Graduates of the 17 archdiocesan high schools -- described by Archbishop Nelson Perez as "a smart crowd" -- netted a record-breaking total of financial aid from an array of schools and universities.

Faithful seek Mary in a time of sickness, sorrow

After weeks of COVID-19 and anguish over systemic racism, some 200 Philadelphia faithful joined in a June 7 "Rosary Walk for Peace and Healing."