Statement of Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez on Naming of 21 New Cardinals

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.

Jean Madden provides the Weekly Message!

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!

Theresa Leonetti O’Connor and Dianne Tufo speak about Camp Cabrini 2023.

The Pennsylvania Catholic Conference is asking for your help in urging state lawmakers to support an important vehicle in providing school choice to as many students and families as possible in Pennsylvania. Catholic schools would benefit as well.

We’re talking about the Lifeline Scholarship Program, which would offer a scholarship to any student residing in a public school ranked in the bottom 15 percent in performance. Students could use these scholarships to attend a nonpublic school.

Two bills have been introduced, one each in the PA House and Senate, which would fund this new scholarship program through a line item in the budget. The amount of funding dedicated to this new program will determine the number of students it could help. We are pressing for Lifeline Scholarships to be a part of the final budget, funded at an amount that would help as many students as possible.

Gov. Shapiro has repeatedly endorsed the concept, and momentum is building with Republicans and Democrats toward inclusion in the final state budget deal. Please help us see this to the finish line!

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Archdiocesan Class of 2023 Earns a Remarkable Total of Scholarships to Colleges and Universities

Dr. Brooke Tesche, Superintendent of Secondary Schools and Schools of Special Education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and Mr. Jay DeFruscio, Chief Operating Officer for Secondary Schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, came together to unveil the cumulative scholarship total earned by the Archdiocesan Class of 2023. This year’s graduating seniors amassed an astounding $528,752,077 to further their educational journeys at colleges and universities across the country. The announcement was made via a brief video and includes images from each Archdiocesan high school graduation. Here is the direct link to the video on the AOPS Facebook page.

In addition, Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez recently shared an end of year message to all Archdiocesan school families, faculty, staff and administrators, and especially to the Class of 2023.

Here is the direct link to the Archbishop’s full message.

An important message from our pastor!