Archives for July 2023

Statement of Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Regarding the Shooting in Philadelphia’s Kingsessing Neighborhood

“Earlier this week, our city was gripped by profound sadness and shock reeling in the aftermath of the mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood. Five innocent people were killed and others, including young children, were injured. Thanks to the swift and brave action of law enforcement, the assailant was apprehended and further loss of life was prevented.

We all share a responsibility to show love for our neighbors, and treat them with dignity and respect. At this moment of deep pain and mourning, I ask all people of goodwill to pray for the souls of the victims of the Kingsessing neighborhood shooting and that God will bring strength to all those coping with voids that cannot be filled. May the Lord pour His mercy upon them and hold them in His loving embrace. May He will embolden and strengthen all of us to build and defend a culture of love and respect for all of our brothers and sisters.”

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

Pope Francis has appointed 10 new Missionaries of Mercy for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

In total, the Holy Father has commissioned 11 missionaries for our local Church as a visible expression of the mercy of God, which is at the heart of the priesthood and all of Catholic life.

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will officially commission the Missionaries of Mercy with their mandate from the Holy See at Vespers on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. in the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

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Thank you for your generous donations and continued support for the Martha’s Cupboard ministry!

Beginning July 10^th, the Cupboard will be open every Monday from 12pm-2pm in addition to every Saturday from 11am-1pm.

Our next collection will be held on June 17^th and 18^th. In addition to food, the cupboard is in need of plastic shopping bags, preferably from ShopRite due to their sturdiness. Food donations and plastic bags may be brought to the vestibule of the Church or the parish rectory.

Thank you again for your generosity!