In advance of the Jubilee Year of Mercy that begins on December 8^th, Archbishop Chaput has written an article that was recently published by First Things.
A link to the full text is provided here for your convenience. 

Below are pictures from last nights Youth Group meeting!  Thank you to all the children who came and  participated!

Archbishop Chaput has released a statement regarding the tragic events that recently took place in France. The full text is can be viewed here.

God is the source of love and life.  People who kill in his name are not martyrs or saints, but murderers.  Pilgrims from Paris and across France traveled thousands of miles in September to take part in the joy of World of Meeting Families.  Their presence graced us all.  We join with the Church in France in this moment of national suffering.  I ask the clergy and people of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to pray in a special way in the coming days for the families of all those killed in Paris.

+Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.

Archbishop of Philadelphia

1) Stop the so-called “Fairness Act” – HB 1510 / SB 974

Summary: Proposal would create a special status for “sexual orientation” and “gender identity” into law; which in other states is being used to force business owners to participate in same-sex wedding ceremonies, even if it violates their faith or conscience, and schools to open women’s restrooms/locker rooms to biologically male students. Also, this proposal would force Christian schools and ministries to hire faculty and staff who do not follow their statement of faith and conduct.

Status: HB 1510 & SB 974 are still in the House and Senate State Government committee – no vote has taken place. Real potential exists for this dangerous proposal to be added as an amendment to other bills, so it’s critical your State Senator and State Representative will vote “No” on any such action.

Action: This continues to be the top priority for special interest groups who worked to redefine marriage and now want to attack religious freedom. Please email, call and/or visit your State Representative and State Senator about this controversial legislation.

Also, for resources on why we should oppose the so-called “Fairness Act,” visit our website at www.pafamily.org/unfairness. And share the action alert: tinyurl.com/standfortruefairness

2) Shift money away from Planned Parenthood – HB 1623

Summary: The Whole Women’s Health Funding Priorities Act – introduced by Representatives Paul Schemel and Judy Ward – would maximize available health-care funding by prioritizing it for the most comprehensive options and away fromthe very limited services of abortion giant Planned Parenthood.

Status: Introduced to the State House Health committee.

Action: Be in touch with your State Representative in support of HB 1623.

3) No Tax on Poverty: Stop online gambling in Pennsylvania – HB 649

Summary: Some PA lawmakers are considering an expansion of gambling beyond casinos and into online outlets to allow access by every household throughout the state. Online gambling provides an easy gateway to reach children and minors, targets the poor, would fuel gambling addiction and is riddled with false revenue predictions.

Status: Remains a potential bargaining chip in passing a state budget. HB 649 is currently in the House Gaming Oversight committee.

Action: Email your State Senator and State Representative and tell them this would be a bad idea.

Archdiocese Publishes Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Years Ended June 30, 2015 and June 30, 2014

The Archdiocese has worked diligently over the past several years to provide transparency about the financial health of our local Church and worked diligently to improve its condition.

Today, the Archdiocese is releasing its financial report for the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2015. It shows additional progress including an operational deficit that has shrunk to approximately $700,000. This figure compares very favorably to the operational deficit of $17.6 million associated with the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2012.

Here is a news release that is being distributed to the media by the Office for Communications this afternoon. It will also be posted to the Archdiocesan website. It is intended to explain the main elements of our financial statements in a concise fashion. I encourage you to read this material and share it broadly in your parish communities in the manner you deem most appropriate.

A copy of the full audited financial statements, along with an accompanying narrative, is available at www.CatholicPhilly.com. Thank you for all of your continued support and know of my gratitude for your ongoing work on behalf of those entrusted to your pastoral care.

Sincerely in Christ,

Rev. Msgr. Daniel J. Sullivan

Vicar for Clergy

The Papal Choir performed in concert at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul on Monday evening, October 19th.  

We are so proud that Saint Frances Cabrini was well represented in the Papal Choir by current parishioners Victor Sorace, Manilyn Lalo, MaryBeth Haberstick, Leslie Miller, Matthew Eater, and Patrick McQuire, as well as Charlene Angelini, a former parishioner and Principal Cantor for the Papal Masses. 

Videos of Planned Parenthood officials callously speaking about the harvesting and apparent sale of unborn babies’ body parts have been viewed by millions. 

But how can Planned Parenthood be involved in the illegal selling of human body parts? One Planned Parenthood official is on video admitting, “It’s all just a matter of line items.” Planned Parenthood apparently gets paid for selling the organs and tissues of aborted children to research laboratories.

Planned Parenthood also receives millions of tax dollars each year to provide or refer for a variety of other services. In Fiscal Year 2013-2014, the abortion giant reported receiving $528 million in tax funding – or 41 percent of its total revenue.

It is time to support House Bill 1623, cosponsored by Rep. Paul Schemel and Rep. Judy Ward. This bill would prioritize public funds to entities that provide  comprehensive women’s health care and  prohibit the Department of Health from entering into contracts with or making grants to any entity that performs abortions (except federally qualified abortions) or maintains or operates a facility where such abortions are performed.

The Catholic Church is opposed to all abortions.  Though this bill will not stop funding for Medicaid abortions (those for rape, incest or life of the mother), it still constitutes a positive step in the right direction by restricting significant public funding to those programs that engage in the abortion trade.  That is an important restriction especially since the primary goal of the bill is not to advance abortion of any type but is to provide important health care services to women at many, accessible facilities around the Commonwealth.

Although government funds cannot currently be used to perform abortions, Planned Parenthood does spend taxpayer dollars to attract people into its clinics for other services, providing the opportunity to promote its abortion business. 

Simply put, we can do better for women and children. Send a message to your legislator today in support of House Bill 1623.

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On Thursday evening, November 5^th, Saint Frances Cabrini Parish Community celebrated their Annual Memorial Mass.  Over 500 people gathered to pray for their loved ones who entered into eternal life during this past year.  Monsignor McCormac and the Parish Staff are grateful to all those who accepted their invitation to come and participate in this special liturgy wherein their loved ones where especially honored and remembered. They also thank the many members of the Parish Community who assisted in any way during the Eucharistic celebration and/or in the preparations for the reception following the Mass.

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