Reconciliation Weekend
COME BE RESTORED TO PEACE.

Friday, March 10 and Saturday, March 11, 2023

No matter how long it’s been, Jesus is always waiting to unburden you in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Here, you will make your peace with God, with yourself, and with others. On March 10 and 11, priests will be available to hear your confession at many times and locations in the greater Philadelphia area to make it as easy as possible to go. Even if it’s been many years, don’t let that stop you; the priest is ready to guide you through the process.

Click here for an Examination of Conscience (to help you identify and confess your sins).
Click here for the Guide: How to Go to Confession (to refresh your memory on what to do and what to expect when you to go confession)

Location: Our Lady of Grace, 225 Bellevue Ave., Penndel PA 19047

Friday, March 10, 1:00 pm – 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Saturday, March 11, 9:00 AM – 12 Noon

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THE OBSERVANCE OF THE MEMORIAL OF SAINT PATRICK AND THE LENTEN OBLIGATION TO ABSTAIN FROM MEAT ON FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2023

Archbishop Nelson J. Perez, the Archbishop of Philadelphia, in accord with the Code of Canon Law (canon 87), grants a dispensation to all Roman Catholics in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia from the obligation to abstain from meat on the Memorial of Saint Patrick on Friday, March 17, 2023.

The United States Bishops prescribe as a minimal obligation that all persons who are fourteen years of age and older are bound to abstain from eating meat on the Fridays of Lent. This is a corporate gesture of penance observed by all the members of the Church in the United States.

In certain circumstances, such as the coincidence of Saint Patrick’s Day and a Friday of Lent, the Diocesan Bishop may grant such a dispensation from the observance of the corporate gesture of penance on a penitential day. However, as with every Friday of the Church Year outside of Lent, if a Catholic makes the choice not to abstain from meat, then some other penance of choice is to be observed in honor of the passion and death of our Lord on the cross.

On Saint Patrick’s Day, the memory of this missionary apostle to Ireland recalls his preaching of the Faith and encouragement to live authentic Christian lives. Lent does not disappear with the festive celebration of Saint Patrick.  Rather, in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Roman Catholics may fittingly observe March 17, 2023 with another choice of penance rather than abstaining from meat.

Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Death of Most Reverend David O’Connell, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the murder of Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell of Los Angeles this weekend.

On behalf of the entire Church in Philadelphia, I extend prayerful condolences to Bishop O’Connell’s family and many friends as well as Archbishop José Gomez and the priests, religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

Bishop O’Connell was beloved by those he served as a parish priest and bishop for many decades and was best known for his work to promote peace and transform lives in South Los Angeles. I pray that his example of selfless dedication to those in needs will inspire others to share the love of Christ generously in the world around them.

May God grant Bishop O’Connell the gift of eternal life and console all those who loved, admired, and respected him.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia

Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Death of Temple University Police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald

I was deeply saddened to learn that Temple University Police Officer Christopher Fitzgerald was shot and killed in the line of duty on Saturday night.

In the name of the people of the Church in Philadelphia, I extend my prayerful condolences to Officer Fitzgerald’s parents, widow, children, friends, and all those who mourn this tragic loss.

I have asked the priests, deacons, religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese to join me in praying for the happy repose of Officer Fitzgerald’s soul and that God may bring peace and consolation to all those suffering at this painful moment for our city. May the Lord pour His mercy upon them and hold them in His loving embrace.

Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia

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ManUp Philly 2023

Men’s Spirituality Conference

March 4, 2023, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Cardinal O’Hara High School

Featured Speaker: Jim Wahlberg

Jim is the fifth oldest Wahlberg. Like his brothers Donnie and Mark, Jim recovered from his tough upbringing in the streets of Dorchester to become a producer, writer, and director of films, including The Circle of Addiction, What About the Kids?, and The Lookalike. Jim is the executive director of the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation, created to improve the quality of life for inner city youth through a working partnership with other youth organizations. His recently published autobiography, The Big Hustle, tells how in prison he was befriended by a priest-chaplain, Fr. Jim Fratus, who had a major impact on his life. It was also while he was in prison that Mother Teresa visited, and he heard her offer some “life-changing” words. He received the Sacrament of Confirmation while still an inmate and began to learn and embrace the Catholic faith. Click here to hear Jim speak about the Mother Teresa movie.

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