Yesterday, Archbishop Pérez sent a letter to the Jewish Community as it marked the celebration of Passover. The letter was shared through the Jewish press and other news media as well as various Archdiocesan social media channels. Below is the full text.

Archbishop Pérez’s Letter to the Jewish Community at Passover

Dear Friends in the Jewish Faith Community,

Together with the people of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia, I extend peaceful greetings as you celebrate the holy days of Passover.

In a time of turmoil and violence throughout the world, Passover and its promise are more timely than ever. No oppression, in any form, can overcome the love and power of G-d. I pray that you will draw strength in knowing that the same loving G-d who guided Moses continues to guide you now during this time of war, devastation, and suffering in the Holy Land and so many other places.

In the words of Pope Francis, “May the Almighty, who has freed His beloved people from slavery and led them to the Promised Land, accompany you even today with the abundance of His blessings.”

I pray that your commemoration of these Holy Days will bring renewed hope, peace of heart, and a multitude of blessings.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.

Archbishop of Philadelphia

On Saturday, April 20th, members of our First Holy Communion Class and their parents participated in the annual Teaching Mass as part of the First Holy Communion Retreat. Prior to Mass, Monsignor McCormac explained all the books, vessels, and vestments used during the Liturgy. Monsignor also explained each part of the Mass as we moved through the Liturgy. The highlight of the day was when everyone was invited to stand around the Altar for the Eucharistic Prayer. We thank Monsignor McCormac for taking the time to provide us with this beautiful experience.  We also thank our Altar Servers, Jason and Cruz Alvarez, and Mr. Tom Stefanik for helping to make this a special Mass. We are happy to share some photos from that experience.

Highlights from the Annual Pastor’s Report Part 1

Monsignor McCormac shares thoughts on Stewardship Weekend and preparing to say farewell to Deacon Brox.

Archbishop Pérez has issued a statement in response to the shooting that erupted during an Eid Al-Fitr celebration this afternoon in West Philadelphia as our brothers and sisters in the Muslim faith community celebrated the end of Ramadan. Please join in prayer for all those affected and for an end to violence in our world.

Please click here to read the statement from Archbishop Pérez.

A Message from the Implementation Team by John Scanlon

Last month our local Church experienced a moment of great joy as Archbishop Pérez ordained three new auxiliary bishops—Most Reverend Keith J. Chylinski, Most Reverend Christopher R. Cooke, and Most Reverend Efren V. Esmilla—to the Episcopacy at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul. Since then, people have been wondering what their pastoral and temporal responsibilities will be. Please click here to read a letter from Archbishop Pérez regarding their assignments.

An Easter Message from Monsignor McCormac

On Saturday, March 23rd, members of Saint Frances Cabrini parish participated in a pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Saint John Neumann. The day included opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Mass, private prayer and reflection, as well as a tour of the Shrine Museum. Steve Grauel captured a few photos and graciously offered to share them.

Waste Management and the Fairless Hills Fire Department partnered in a food collection that was donated to our Martha’s Cupboard yesterday, March 21, 2024.  Tracy McCann of Waste Management and Rich Dipilito of Fairless Hills Fire Department (pictured) coordinated the drop off.  Thank you to all of the volunteers (also pictured) that participated in putting the food away.  We are grateful to ALL for this wonderful gift to the Cupboard!