Message of Hope from Pope Leo XIV
From the jumbotron of the White Sox’s Rate Field in Chicago, Pope Leo XIV spoke to the people of the United States.
Appointment of Bishop Mark A. Eckman as Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh
Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on the Appointment of Bishop Mark A. Eckman as the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh
“I was filled with great joy to learn that Pope Leo XIV appointed Most Reverend Mark A. Eckman as the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
I have had the privilege of serving with him on the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference since his appointment in 2022 as auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Bishop Eckman has great pastoral care for souls and well-honed administrative ability. The people of God in western Pennsylvania are receiving a true gift from the Holy Father in the person of their new shepherd.
In the name of the priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I offer heartfelt congratulations and prayers to Bishop Eckman as he prepares to assume his new role in service to the Church. May the Holy Spirit guide him as a successor to the Apostles.
At this time, I also extend prayerful gratitude to Bishop David A. Zubik for his selfless service to the Diocese of Pittsburgh and her people for the past 24 years, both as auxiliary bishop and Ordinary. May his retirement be a peaceful and healthy one.”
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez
Archbishop of Philadelphia
THIS Thursday, May 29th, is Ascension Thursday
THIS Thursday, May 29th, is a Holyday of Obligation
STATEMENT OF ARCHBISHOP NELSON J. PÉREZ
REGARDING MURDER OF ISRAELI EMBASSY OFFICIALS IN WASHINGTON, DC
My heart was burdened with great sorrow to learn of Wednesday night’s shooting at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC that resulted in the senseless death of two young adults working for the Israeli Embassy.
In the name of the clergy, consecrated religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, I extend prayerful condolences to the family and friends of Sarah Lynn Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky.
In union with all people of good will in the Philadelphia region, I also offer prayers for the citizens of the state of Israel and for Jewish residents in our area as they mourn this tragic loss and yearn for freedom from hate.
May the Lord of peace inspire us to reject violence in all of its forms and embrace one another as brothers and sisters.
+Nelson J. Pérez
Archbishop of Philadelphia
