Invitation to Attend Holy Mass and to Pray for Those Suffering from Addiction of Every Kind – Sat. May 6
May 2, 2023 by ·
Reverend G. Dennis Gill, Rector of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, extends an invitation for all people of good will to participate in Holy Mass and to pray for those suffering from addiction of every kind.
Saturday, May 6, 2023
12:05 p.m.
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul (Chapel)
18th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Father Gill will serve as the principal celebrant and homilist for the Mass. Those attending the Mass may park in the lot adjacent to the Cathedral using the entrance located on 17th Street ( GPS address 222 North 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103).
Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS) is committed to restoring and strengthening families and promoting the integral health and well-being of those who struggle with substance use disorders as well as their families and loved ones.
CSS, along with Archdiocesan Office for the New Evangelization, offer a two-pronged response to the addiction crisis, which aims to attend to the needs of the whole person, body, mind and spirit.
CSS’ Recovery and Hope page provides clinical and social service resources such as emergency contacts for county-based agencies throughout the Greater Philadelphia area, local treatment facilities, insurance information, and more. The Hope in Christ page provides resources such as retreats and evenings of reflection, ongoing support ministries, testimonies, links to websites and videos, and more.
Pope Francis Names Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior 12th Bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg
April 26, 2023 by ·
Pope Francis Names
Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior
Bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia, is pleased to share that Pope Francis has named Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, as the 12th Bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg. Founded in 1868, the Diocese of Harrisburg is home to over 200,000 Catholics from 15 counties in central Pennsylvania.
In reaction to this appointment Archbishop Pérez said, “This moment is one of great joy for the Church in Philadelphia! I’ve known and worked closely with Bishop Senior since long before either of us were bishops. He is an exemplary priest who has served his hometown faithfully for many years with great wisdom, intelligence, and apostolic zeal for the good of souls. It has been an inspiration for me to witness his humility, devotion, and unending dedication for many years. Pope Francis has given the people of the Church in Harrisburg a true gift in making this appointment. I know Bishop Senior will serve them joyfully as a faithful shepherd.
I ask that the bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and lay faithful of Philadelphia join me in extending hearty congratulations and prayerful best wishes to Bishop Senior as he prepares to accept this assignment.”
Check out Joey C at Georgine’s on May 19th
April 21, 2023 by ·
Joey C is back in the neighborhood.
Georgine’s Jessie Ballroom
May 19, 6:30 PM – 10 PM
Archbishop Pérez Sends Letter to Muslim Faith Community on Eid Al-Fitr
April 21, 2023 by ·
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez Sends Letter to the Muslim Faith Community on the Occasion of Eid Al-Fitr
Dear Friends in the Muslim Faith Community,
On behalf of the Catholic Church in Philadelphia, I extend prayerful greetings as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr! May you be filled with peace and joy as you conclude Ramadan’s month long vigil of fasting, prayer, and works of mercy.
In 1985, Saint John Paul II spoke to a gathering of Muslim leaders in Belgium and said, “As Christians and Muslims, we encounter one another in faith in the one God, our Creator and guide, our just and merciful judge. We believe that God transcends our thoughts and our universe and that his loving presence accompanies us throughout each day.”
I echo those sentiments with deep respect as you mark this holy time on your calendar. May your lives give glory to the Almighty and bring serenity and joy to all those you encounter!
Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D.
Archbishop of Philadelphia
Weekly Message by Monsignor McCormac – 4/20/23
April 20, 2023 by ·
Monsignor shares the Annual Pastoral Report part 2
Weekly Message by Monsignor McCormac – 4/13/23
April 13, 2023 by ·
Monsignor shares the Annual Pastoral Report
Easter Greetings from Archbishop Pérez
April 8, 2023 by ·
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
On Sunday, our Church will joyfully proclaim in unison Christ is Risen! Alleluia!
Easter is the defining moment of our faith and marks the fulfillment of God’s promise as foretold by the prophet Isaiah, “Though the mountains leave their place and the hills be shaken, my love shall never leave you nor my covenant of peace be shaken” (Isaiah 54: 10).
