Catholic Human Services Starts Year with New Leader
Heather Huot, 45, a Northeast Philadelphia native, is the first woman to lead the largest faith-based social services provider in Southeast Pennsylvania.
Heather Huot Named Next Secretary for Catholic Human Services
Heather Huot will be the first woman to hold this post in the history of the Archdiocese.
Remembering Lorraine Knight: Servant Leader and Friend
Lorraine Knight passed away Oct. 16 leaving behind a 33-year legacy of service working for the Catholic Church in Philadelphia.
Scenes from St. John’s Hospice “Boot Up Philly” Community Event
The event benefited Philadelphians experiencing homelessness and impacted by poverty.
Boot-Up Philly Provides Winter Gear, Protects Needy from Chilly Temps
More than 700 people – including at least 100 children – attended the third annual “Boot-Up Philly” event Nov. 4 in the parking lot of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center.
Addressing Hunger In Your Community
For most of us the presence of hunger is not as up close and personal, but hunger is clearly all around each of us.
Riley Family Foundation Event Highlights Archdiocese’s Charitable Works of Mercy
The evening sought to bring awareness to the broader community of the Catholic Human Services charitable works and their immense impact throughout the five-county region.
James Amato, Archdiocese’s Secretary for Catholic Human Services, to Retire at End of 2023
For the past 40 years, Amato has served the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Secretariat for Catholic Human Services in several roles.
Helping and Encouraging Mothers at “Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower”
At least 500 mothers and their families attended the outdoor event on September 9 at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center in Center City.
Catholic Heart Workcamp Volunteers Offer Valuable Help During Week of Service in the Archdiocese
This was the first time the camp was offered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.