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Pope Leo XIV Honored During Liberty Medal Ceremony in Philadelphia
During a live address telecast July 3 from Rome to an interfaith audience at the National Constitution Center, the “son of this great country” spoke of a nation founded on the God-given dignity of the human person.
Newest Archdiocesan Shrine for Adoration Opens in Havertown
Archbishop Nelson Pérez dedicated the Sacre Coeur Perpetual Adoration Chapel at St. Denis Parish on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 12. He also consecrated the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Sacred Heart.
People of Hope Museum Shows Americans’ Struggles, Church’s Service to Them
The mobile exhibit traveling this year nationwide made a stop in Philadelphia June 25-26. It documented not only the challenges that people face to live, but the help they receive locally from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
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Pope Leo XIV Sends Letter to the American People Marking the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States
Archbishop Pérez
Archbishop Pérez’s Remarks from the 38th Annual Liberty Medal Ceremony Honoring Pope Leo XIV
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez's offered remarks July 3 at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia during the Liberty Medal Ceremony where Pope Leo XIV was honored with the 38th annual Liberty Medal.
Profile
Family’s Three Generations Weave Legacy of Faith at Bishop Shanahan H.S.
The archdiocesan high school, now located in Downingtown, Chester County, counts among its many graduates the Lamb family, including a father, his three children and their grandparents, sweethearts in the Class of 1964.
Andrew Santoleri: Faithful Altar Server, Prayer Warrior, and Model of Holiness
The young man with Down syndrome keeps Jesus and the Blessed Mother at the center of his life, and his prayerfulness inspires his family, friends, and parishioners at St. Thomas the Apostle in Glen Mills.
Second Chances, New Beginnings: Building Futures for At-Risk Youth
Once a sixth‑grader expelled from school, Ken Whalen now helps Philadelphia teens build skills, confidence, and second chances through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's Youth Skills Building Program.
Port Richmond’s Nativity B.V.M. Senior Community Center: Transforming Lives, One Visit at a Time
Jennifer Scornaienchi has spent more than two decades transforming the lives of older adults, offering community, compassion, and vital services through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's Nativity B.V.M. Senior Community Center.
Calendar of Events
Basilica Shrine to Launch Annual Summer Novena of Hope on July 6
The nine-week series will reflect on the nation's 250th anniversary through the theme "The United States of Mary" and feature weekly Masses, novenas and guest homilists.
Retreat for Prison Ministers Set for August 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House
Catholics involved in prison, jail, and detention ministry are invited to attend a regional overnight retreat Aug. 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House.
Summer Camps to Take Place at Martin Saints Classical High School
Martin Saints Classical High School will present two engaging camps this summer - Joyful Filmmaking Camp: Catholic Storytelling and Catholic Writing Camp.
