Local News
New Statue of St. John Neumann Installed at Namesake High School
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez blessed the new statue Oct. 27 at SS. John Neumann and Maria Goretti High School in South Philadelphia. It joins the statue of St. Maria Goretti as anchors of faith in the East Passyunk neighborhood.
Little Flower HS Receives $80,000 Grant for Women’s Leadership Institute
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls has received an $80,000 Connelly Foundation grant to develop a four-year leadership and service program for students.
Profile
A Journey of Faith, Family, and Service Leads to Catholic Charities
After a successful business career, profound personal loss, and conversion to the Catholic faith, Matthew Hancock found a new calling leading Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Photo features
Photos: Archbishop Pérez Celebrates Mass at Holy Martyrs Parish in Oreland
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez celebrated Mass Sunday at Holy Martyrs Catholic Church in Oreland, Montgomery County, and joined parishioners for fellowship following the liturgy.
Queen of Peace, Ardsley, Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation
Approximately 50 young Catholics received the sacrament of confirmation conferred by Archbishop Nelson Pérez during an Oct. 26 Mass at Queen of Peace Parish in Montgomery County.
People and Events
Jason Sorgini Named Chief HR Officer for Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Jason Sorgini has been appointed chief human resources officer for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, effective Jan. 4, 2027.
Roman Catholic Welcomes City Officials for Youth Safety Initiative
Roman Catholic High School hosted city officials on Oct. 22 for its Center City Safe Schools initiative.
Discover Catholic Philadelphia Guide Available as Free Digital Download
The latest edition of Discover Catholic Philadelphia, founded by Ascension Press founder Matthew Pinto, is available as a free digital download featuring the region’s Catholic churches, shrines, and historic landmarks.
Calendar of Events
Cathedral Basilica to Host Annual Advent Retreat Dec. 12
The retreat will feature two conferences led by Sister Marie Mechtild, RSM, along with opportunities for prayer, quiet reflection, the sacrament of reconciliation, Mass and a holy hour with Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament.
Archdiocese to Host Webinar on Supporting Grieving Children and Teens
The webinar, held in recognition of Children’s Grief Awareness Month, is designed for educators, counselors, administrators and other professionals who work with children and teens.
Upcoming Events for Healing and Support in November
Two November events at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Warrington and St. Andrew the Apostle Parish in Drexel Hill will offer prayer, reflection, and faith-based support focused on grief, healing, and hope. Hosted by the archdiocesan Office for the New Evangelization and the Office for Persons with Disabilities.
Vatican News
This Week: Pope Leo XIV Appeals for Peace in Ukraine, Sends Charity
CatholicPhilly presents a weekly roundup of international news from Vatican News, the official news portal of the Holy See. The following report on the week of October 25, 2026 links to stories on VaticanNews.va.
Hispanic Catholics
¿Cuál es nuestra misión? Todos somos misioneros: nuestra vocación también se vive en el trabajo – La Voz de Dios Oct. 18, 2026
En este episodio de La Voz de Dios, Marianela Núñez conversa con la Hermana Linda Sariego, O.S.F., de las Hermanas de San Francisco de Filadelfia, sobre cómo descubrir y vivir nuestra vocación misionera en medio de las responsabilidades de cada día.