Archives for July 2023
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July 28, 2023 by ·
Weekly Message for July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023 by ·
Jean Madden reflects on the role of silence in the Liturgy.
“Learning Lessons” A New Series on CatholicPhilly.com
July 21, 2023 by ·
Learning Lessons, a new video series by CatholicPhilly.com, highlights Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
CatholicPhilly, the official digital news agency of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, recently premiered episode one of a new series, Learning Lessons, hosted by Kenneth A. Gavin, Chief Communications Officer for the Archdiocese.
The series features candid conversations with leaders from the Office of Catholic Education who serve our high schools and schools of special education.
The first episode featured Dr. Brooke C. Tesche, Superintendent of Secondary Schools and Schools of Special Education, and Mr. Steve Clement, Senior Director of Enrollment Management. They discussed enrollment growth at the Secondary level and an overview of Special Education offerings in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Weekly Message from Monsignor McCormac
July 20, 2023 by ·
Check out the most recent Weekly Message from our Pastor!
Pictures from Martha’s Cupboard
July 14, 2023 by ·
Many thanks to our hard-working volunteers at Martha’s Cupboard. Here are a few pictures from our Monday grand opening on July 10th as well as photos of our volunteers organizing donations from the Post Office and our last Parish Food Collection.
Remember to bring your donations to church this weekend!
Weekly Message by Theresa Leonetti O’Connor
July 14, 2023 by ·
Recorded in our beautiful St. Joseph Adoration Chapel, Theresa speaks to us about the importance of the Eucharist.
St. Joseph University Student Appointed as Voting Delegate for 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops
July 13, 2023 by ·
The General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops recently announced that Ms. Julia Osęka, an international student from Poland attending Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, has been appointed to serve as a delegate at the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops to be held this October in Rome.
Ms. Osęka is one of ten non-bishop voting delegates chosen to represent the North American region, which consists of the United States of America and Canada.
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, remarked, “I was filled with great joy to learn that Julia Osęka, a student from Saint Joseph’s University, was selected as a representative of young adults to participate in the next phase of the Synod on Synodality in Rome. The Church of Philadelphia is blessed to count one of its faithful among those from around the world who will gather at the Vatican.”
“They will continue the work called for by Pope Francis earlier this year for all Catholics to help bishops better understand the nature of the Church, its people, and their needs through dialogue and prayer.”
“On behalf of our bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and lay faithful, I congratulate Julia and send prayerful best wishes as she prepares to embrace her role. May the Holy Spirit inspire her, and all of us, as we seek to live as Missionary Disciples for Christ who walk the path of faith and life together.”
Archbishop Pérez’s Statement on Naming of 21 New Cardinals
July 13, 2023 by ·
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on Naming of 21 New Cardinals
In the name of the faithful of the Church of Philadelphia, I extend prayerful congratulations to the 21 new Cardinals created by Pope Francis. In a special way we pray for those with close ties to the United States. Cardinal-designate Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, and Cardinal-designate Robert Prevost, Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops and a native of Chicago, will be formally elevated to the College of Cardinals by Pope Francis in September. Let us all join in expressing gratitude to Pope Francis for making these appointments and in praying for all those preparing to accept this new role in service to the Universal Church.
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia
Archbishop of Philadelphia
Martha’s Cupboard Collection This Weekend
July 13, 2023 by ·
Food collection for Martha’s Cupboard this weekend, Saturday July 15 and Sunday July 16.
In addition to canned goods and non-perishable food items, the Cupboard also is in need of the following items:
- Dish soap
- Laundry detergent
- Tissues
- Toilet Paper
- Coffee
- Bottled or small cans of juice
Also, gift cards or monetary donations are also welcome and may be brought to the vestibule of the church or to
the rectory at any time.
