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December 22, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Christmas and the Reason for Our Joy

December 21, 2012 - Celebrate Christmas Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul

December 20, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Calls on Parishes to Join in Moment of Remembrance for Victims of Sandy Hook Tragedy

December 17, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Advent, Suffering and the Promise of Joy

December 14, 2012 - 16th Annual Blessing of the Nativity Scene in Love Park

December 10, 2012 - Celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe with Las Manañitas

December 7, 2012 - USCCB: Archbishop Cordileone Calls Supreme Court Decision to Hear Marriage Cases Significant Moment for Nation

December 6, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Holds 25th Annual Retirement Fund for Religious Collection

December 5, 2012 - Archbishop's Annual Christmas Benefit for Children Marks Its 56th Year

December 4, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Advent, A Season of Hope: Hearing and Sharing the Message

December 3, 2012 - Faith in the Future to Lead National Search for a New Head of the Office of Catholic Education

December 3, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Retirement of Dr. Richard McCarron, Secretary of Catholic Education

November 30, 2012 - Archdiocese to Host Year of Faith Lecture Series Featuring Nationally Renowned Scholars and Authors

November 30, 2012 - Celebrating Our Lady of Guadalupe with Las Mañanitas

November 21, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: This Thanksgiving - Rekindling the Fire of Holiness

November 19, 2012 - Cardinal O'Hara High School Students Work With New Jersey National Guard to Assist Hurricane Sandy Victims

November 15, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Christian Faith and God's Hand in History

November 15, 2012 - Archbishop Ryan Academy for the Deaf Celebrates 100th Anniversary

November 14, 2012 - Archdiocesan Students and Nutritional Development Services Team Up to Fight Hunger

November 13, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops Approve Document on Preaching, New Collection for Military, 2013 Budget at General Assembly

November 12, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Life Congress 2012

November 12, 2012 - Nutritional Development Services Awarded ConAgra Foods Foundation Grant

November 12, 2012 - Faith in the Future and the Office of Catholic Education Launch Comprehensive Marketing Campaign, CHOOSE MY FUTURE

November 11, 2012 - USCCB: Report Finds Catholics Active in Social Media, Room to Grow for Church's Online Presence

November 9, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops to Vote on Canonical Step for Dorothy Day Canonization

November 8, 2012 - Archdiocesan Senior Citizens to Present Healing Quilt in Support of Victims of Sexual Abuse

November 8, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Calls for Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts in Archdiocese of Philadelphia

November 8, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: What a ‘Community of Believers’ Really Means

November 7, 2012 - Our Lady of Confidence Day School to Celebrate "Confidence Day"

November 7, 2012 - Award Winning Choir from London to Perform in Cathedral Basilica Concert Series

November 7, 2012 - Blessing of Hot Lunch Program

November 1, 2012 - A Statement of the Pennsylvania Catholic Bishops on the 2012 Elections

October 31, 2012 - Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Releases Comprehensive Policies For The Protection Of Children And Young People

October 30, 2012 - Archdiocesan Schools in Philadelphia Will Re-Open on Wednesday, October 31, 2012

October 29, 2012 - Statement of Archbishop Chaput Regarding Hurricane Sandy

October 29, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Public Witness and Catholic Citizenship

October 28, 2012 - Archdiocesan Schools in Philadelphia Closed Monday and Tuesday Due to Hurricane

October 26, 2012 - Office of Catholic Education Information on Inclement Weather

October 26, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate 7th Annual Hispanic Heritage Mass

October 25, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Charities Appeal Wins Diocesan Stewardship Award

October 24, 2012 - USCCB: USCCB Offers Resources to Help Families Celebrate the Year of Faith

October 19, 2012 - USCCB: Concerns for Immigrants, Middle East Christians Focus of Catholic Dialogue with Oriental Orthodox

October 23, 2012 - Update From the Office of Catholic Education Regarding Plan for Lansdale Catholic High School Building Project

October 22, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Preside at Dedication of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Parish Church

October 19, 2012 - USCCB: Blessed John Paul II Added to U.S. Liturgical Calendar; Feast Day Set
for October 22

October 19, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops' Defense of Marriage Chair Decries Latest DOMA Ruling

October 18, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Public Witness and Catholic Citizenship

October 18, 2012 - USCCB: Pope Names Vatican Archbishop Joseph Tobin to Indianapolis

October 17, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces New Review Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Members

October 16, 2012 - Nutritional Development Services is Cooking Up a Celebration for School Lunch Week

October 16, 2012 - Premiere of Sign Language Formation Video Series

October 15, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Resolution in Case of Priest on Administrative Leave

October 15, 2012 - USCCB: Evangelization and Catechesis Offers 'Ten American Saints for The Year of Faith'

October 12, 2012 - USCCB: Archbishop Chaput on Canonization of Blessed Kateri Tekawitha

October 11, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: The Year of Faith and How We're Called to Live It

October 10, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Induct Five Honorees into Hall of Fame

October 10, 2012 - USCCB: Catholic, Muslim Leaders Celebrate Past Accomplishments, Pledge Continued Support in Public Square at National Gathering

October 10, 2012 - USCCB: Preaching Document on Agenda for all Bishop's Meeting

October 9, 2012 - USCCB: Evangelization and Catechesis Head Shares 'Seven Things Catholic Should Know about The New Evangelization'

October 9, 2012 - USCCB: Study Finds Abundance of Potential Priests, Sisters, Brothers

October 8, 2012 - The Faith in the Future Foundation Announces the Appointment of Samuel Casey Carter as its Chief Executive Officer

October 5, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Opens Year of Faith

October 3, 2012 - USCCB: U.S. Bishops to Meet November 12-15 in Baltimore, Hear Addresses, Report from Cardinal Dolan, Nuncio, Committee Chairmen

October 1, 2012 - USCCB: Archbishop Aymond Offers '10 Ways Vatican II Shapes the Church Today'

September 28, 2012 - Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary to Host 3rd Annual Vianney Cup

September 28, 2012 - Update Regarding La Milagrosa, The Miraculous Medal Chapel

September 28, 2012 - Informe Sobre La Milagrosa, La Capilla de La Medalla Milagrosa

September 27, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: How We Got Where We Are, and the Value of the Past

September 26, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Dr. Robert Miller to Receive Prestigious Rev. Louis J. Luzbetak Award

September 25, 2012 - USCCB: Cardinal Dinardo Urges Renewed Commitment to Defending Human Life in 2012 Respect Life Month

September 25, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Philadelphia Parish Closure Resulting From Pastoral Planning Initiative

September 21, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Remembering Why Our Time, and Our Lives, Matter

September 20, 2012 - USCCB: Mass, Pilgrimage for Life, Liberty set for October 14 at National Shrine

September 19, 2012 - USCCB: Archbishop Gomez Applauds Congressional Reauthorization of Religious Worker Visa Program

September 18, 2012 - Archdiocese Responds to New Civil Lawsuits

September 18, 2012 - Saint John's Hospice Marks 50 Years of Service to the Homeless in Philadelphia

September 17, 2012 - Update Regarding Reverend Michael Chapman

September 14, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Some Thoughts on Catholic Faith and Public Life

September 12, 2012 - USCCB: Cardinal Dolan Says Events in Libya, Egypt Show Urgent Need for Respect for All Religions

September 11,2012 - St. Martha Manor Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday with a Hot Air Balloon Ride

September 10,2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Justice, Terrance Williams and the Death Penalty

September 7,2012 - Archbishop Chaput Marks First Anniversary With Letter To Parishioners

September 6, 2012 - Pope Benedict XVI Bestows Upon Mary E. Rochford the Highest Papal Honor a Layperson Can Obtain

August 30, 2012 - Students Throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Head Back to School for the 2012 - 2013 School Year.

August 22, 2012 - Cathedral Concert Series 2012-2013

August 21, 2012 - The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the Faith in the Future Foundation Reach Historic Agreement to Create an Independently Managed Catholic School System

August 17, 2012 - USCCB: Bishop Madden Sends Greetings to Muslim Community at Ramadan's End

August 16, 2012 - USCCB: New Poverty USA Website Offers Statistics, Stories, Resources to Catholics

August 14, 2012 - Confirmation Schedule - Fall 2012

August 13, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Provides Update Regarding Sale of Certain Real Estate Holdings

August 8, 2012 - 800th Anniversary Celebration of the Founding of the Poor Clare Sisters

August 7, 2017 - USCCB: 2012 People of Life Awards to Therapist, Religious Sister

August 3, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops Urge Congress to Act on Religious Liberty Crisis in Health Care Before Year's End

August 3, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Concelebrate Mass During Indian Catholic Heritage Day

July 31, 2012 - USCCB: Pope Name Greensburg, Pennsylvania Vicar General, Chancellor as Bishop of Erie

July 27, 2012 - USCCB: Beverly A. Carroll Receives the Servant of Christ Award-Lifetime Achievement Honors at the NBCC

July 27, 2012 - Statement Regarding the Arrest of Reverend Andrew D. McCormick

July 27, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Keynote Address at the Napa Institute Conference: Building a Culture of Religious Freedom

July 25, 2012 - USCCB: Bishop Blaire Urges Congress to Retain Tax Credits for Working Poor

July 24, 2012 -Statement from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia After Sentencing of Monsignor William Lynn

July 20, 2012 - USCCB: Peruvian Archbishop Decries Devastating Environmental Effects of Smelting Operation in Congressional Testimony

July 19, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Office of Catholic Education Announces New Superintendents

July 18, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops Welcome Inclusion of Conscience Provisions in House Appropriation Bill

July 17, 2012 - Philadelphia Parishioners Head to National Black Catholic Congress

July 17, 2012 - Former Lacrosse Coach Charged

July 15, 2012 - Update Regarding Reverend Geraldo J. Piñero

July 13, 2012 - Statement of Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap./Funeral of Highway Patrol Officer Brian Lorenzo

July 10, 2012 - Bishops Join Catholic Relief Services, National Catholic Rural Life Conference in Voicing Hope and Concerns on Farm Bill

July 06, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Additional Resolutions of Cases of Priests on Administrative Leave (Spanish)

July 5, 2012 - Record Crowd Closes Fortnight for Freedom at National Shrine in Washington

July 04, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Homily: National Closing Mass of the Fortnight for Freedom

July 01, 2012 - Statement of Archbishop Chaput on the Passage of House Bill 761 (Expansion of EITC and Creation of EITC 2)

June 28, 2012 - Bishops Renew Plea to Congress and Administration to Repair Affordable Care Act

June 26, 2012 - Archdiocesan Schools Receive National Honors For Math Achievement

June 25, 2012 - Bishops Greet Supreme Court Decision on Immigration with Hope, Caution

June 22, 2012 - Archdiocese Reacts to Verdict in Trial of Monsignor William Lynn

June 21, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Steps to Cut Projected Deficit

June 21, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Taking the Difficult Steps on the Road to Renewing the Church

June 21, 2012 - USCCB: Religious Liberty Supporters To Text 'Freedom' Or 'Libertad'  (Spanish)

June 19, 2012 - Nutritional Development Services to Hold Annual Blessing of the Summer

June 18, 2012 - Bishop Blair Responds to Concerns About the Vatican's Doctrinal Assessment and Religious Women

June 18, 2012 - Newly Proposed Saint Blaise Regional School Will Not Open Due to Low Enrollment

June 12, 2012 - Archdiocese Praises Christiana Bill to Expand EITC Funding and Create the Educational Improvement Scholarship Credit (EISC)

June 11, 2012 - USCCB: Dioceses Gear Up For Fortnight For Freedom, June 21-July 4

June 11, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Nine Months Ago Today; and Some Changes for the Future

June 8, 2012 - USCCB: Pope Names Auxiliary Bishops for Diocese of Rockville Centre, NY

June 8, 2012 - Pope Benedict XVI Names Philadelphia Priest Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre: Rev. Msgr. Nelson J. Perez Appointed an Auxiliary Bishop

June 7, 2012 - 2nd Biennial Joint Conference on the Use of Psychology in the Admission of Candidates to the Priesthood

June 7, 2012 - Stand Up for Religious Freedom Rally at Independence Hall

June 3, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Parish Mergers in Phoenixville Resulting From Pastoral Planning Initiative

June 3, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Host the 2015 World Meeting of Families

June 1, 2012 - St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls Rallies to Support School Choice Legislation

June 1, 2012 - The Missionaries of Charity Sisters to Receive the Keys and Sword Award

June 1, 2012 - USCCB: Sikh-Catholic Consultation Discusses Four Levels Of Dialogue

May 30, 2012 - USCCB: Bishops' General Meeting In Atlanta To Be Available By Live Stream, Social Media, Satellite

May 29, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Welcomes Appointment of New Denver Archbishop

May 29, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: The Extraordinary Witness of Ordinary People: Viva Cristo Rey!

May 29, 2012 - Archdiocesan High Schools Graduate the Class of 2012

May 21, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Honors Distinguished Scholars of Catholic Secondary Schools

May 21, 2012 - USCCB - Cardinal Dolan Applauds Church Agencies as They Challenge HHS for Violating Religious Freedom

May 20, 2012 - Update Regarding Monsignor George J. Mazzotta

May 20, 2012 - Statement Regarding Monsignor Hugh P. Campbell

May 18, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Holds Voucher Sunday Across The Five County Region

May 15, 2012 - USCCB Submits Comments on Proposed HHS Rulemaking

May 15, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Ordain Six Men to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - Daniel J. Dwyer to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - Anthony R. Hangholt to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - Robert A. Ianelli to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - John P. Masson to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - Timothy J. McGuire to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 15, 2012 - Thomas P. Whittingham to be Ordained to the Priesthood

May 10, 2012 - U.S. Bishops Applaud Approval of N.C. Marriage Amendment

May 10, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Thoughts on an Invitation to Grace

May 9, 2012 - Cardinal Dolan: President Obama's Remarks on Marriage 'Deeply Saddening'

May 7, 2012 - U.S. Bishops to Meet June 13-15 in Atlanta, Discuss Domestic and International Religious Freedom

May 4, 2012 - Remarks of Archbishop Chaput at News Conference Announcing Resolutions in a Number of Cases of Priests on Administrative Leave

May 4, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Resolutions in a Number of Cases of Priests on Administrative Leave

May 3, 2012 - Bishop Fitzgerald to Celebrate Mass and Recognize Over 150 Catholics at Awards Ceremony

April 30, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Celebrates the Bond of Marriage

April 26, 2012 - Saint John Vianney to Hold Scholarship Sunday

April 23, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Joins Great Schools Compact

April 20, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate Mass Marking the 100th Anniversary of La Milagrosa

April 19, 2012 - 2012 Catholic Charities Appeal (CCA) Attracts Significant Donations

April 18, 2012 - Students from Saint Dominic Parish School Win Chance to Play Basketball Against Their Teachers

April 17, 2012 - Bishops Appeal Federal Decision That U.S. Constitution Forbids Religious Accommodation

April 17, 2012 - Federal Budget Choices Must Protect Poor, Vulnerable People

April 15, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Initial Round of Parish Mergers Resulting from Pastoral Planning Initiative

April 13, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Column: Some Thoughts on 'Our First, Most Cherished Liberty'

April 12, 2012 - USCCB -Bishops Issue Call to Action to Defend Religious Liberty

April 12, 2012 - Catholic School Students for Catholic Charities to Host Collection Celebration

April 11, 2012 - Catholic Social Services Awarded the 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant

April 10, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces the Appointment of New Review Board Members

April 5, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Homily: 2012 Holy Thursday Chrism Mass

April 4, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Holy Week, Easter, and the Beginning of New Life

March 30, 2012 - Holy Week and Easter Masses at the Cathedral

March 29, 2012 - Day of Prayer and Fasting for Religious Freedom

March 26, 2012 - Statement from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Regarding the Resignation of Mary E. Rochford

March 23, 2012 - Appointment of Br. Richard Kestler, F.S.C., as President of West Catholic High School

March 22, 2012 - USCCB - Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop Gomez Urge Congressional Leaders To Build Consensus On Immigration Reform

March 22, 2012 - Announcing Archbishop Chaput's New eBook: A Heart on Fire

March 21, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Forms Pastoral Council

March 21, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: The Nature of the Church and the Importance of Lay Action

March 20, 2012 - Archdiocesan High Schools Host "See Our Schools" Events to Engage Prospective Students and Drive Enrollment

March 14, 2012 - Bishops Promise to Continue 'Vigorous Efforts' Against HHS Violations of Religious Freedom in Health Care Reform Mandate

March 13, 2012 - Rally for Religious Freedom at Independence Hall

March 13, 2012 - Statement From the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Regarding Arrest of Former Financial Officer

March 9, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput To Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day Observance Mass

March 8, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Where We Are as a Church, Six Months Later

March 8, 2012 - The Archdiocese of Philadelphia in Partnership with the Faith in the Future Foundation Announces New Initiatives to Drive High School Enrollment

March 7, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Celebrate Annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities

March 7, 2012 - Media Advisory: Archbishop Chaput Hosts Student Town Hall Meeting

March 5, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: What's Next for Catholic Schools--The Work Isn't Over

March 3, 2012 - Statement Regarding Reverend Patrick G. McCormick

March 2, 2012 - Cardinal Dolan Voices Dismay at Handling by White House

March 1, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Hosts 4th Annual Men's Spirituality Conference

February 28, 2012 - Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) Holds 18th Annual Hall of Fame Awards Dinner

February 28, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Welcomes Almost 800 New Members Into the Catholic Church

February 24, 2012 - The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces Creation of the Faith in the Future Foundation, a New Vision for our Catholic Schools Beginning with the Secondary System

February 24, 2012 - Media Advisory: Archdiocese of Philadelphia to Announce Final Decisions Regarding High Schools

February 23, 2012 - The Archdiocese of Philadelphia Announces New Chief Financial Officer

February 23, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Re-Orienting Our Lives to the Things That Matter

February 21, 2012 - Steeples and Cross to be Placed on New Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church

February 21, 2012 - Ash Wednesday in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

February 17, 2012 - Archdiocese Announces Final Decisions of Blue Ribbon Commission Appeals for Elementary Schools High School Decision Delayed Due to New Proposals

February 16, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: It's Not a 'Compromise,' and It Needs to be Rescinded

February 16, 2012 - Spring 2012 Confirmation Schedule

February 15, 2012 - Cardinal Urges Senate Support of 'Respect for Rights of Conscience Act'

February 13, 2012 - USCCB -Six More Things Everyone Should Know About HHS Mandate

February 9, 2012 - Announcement Regarding the Resignation of Brother Timothy Ahern, F.S.C.

February 9, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Launches 2012 Catholic Charities Appeal

February 9, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Catholic Charities and the Work of the Gospel

February 8, 2012 - Media Advisory: Archdiocese of Philadelphia Holds Press Conference to Launch 2012 Catholic Charities Appeal

February 3, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Putting our House in Order--One Stewardship, Accountability and the Work That Lies Ahead

February 2, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Calls on Catholics to Pray, Act for Religious Liberty: HHS Ruling is Flawed and Dangerous

February 1, 2012 - Cardinal Anthony Bevilacqua Dies at the Age of 88 (Updated to Include Funeral Arrangements)

January 29, 2012 - Operation Rice Bowl Kicks Off for the 37th Year

January 27, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput Issues Call to Action on School Choice During Catholic Schools Week 2012

January 26, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Catholic Schools Week--How You and I Can Help

January 26, 2012 - Pontifical Council for Healthcare Workers to Hold Conference at St. Charles Seminary

January 19, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput to Lead Thousands to the 39th Annual March for Life

January 13, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Addresses Rumors Regarding Review Process for Schools Recommended to Close or Regionalize

January 12, 2012 - Archbishop Chaput's Weekly Column: Thoughts on the Commission Report, One Week Later

January 10, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Outlines Review Process for Schools Recommended to Close, Partner or Regionalize

January 10, 2012 - Archdiocese of Philadelphia Remembers the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 9, 2012 - The Archdiocese Celebrated National Vocations Awareness Week 2012

January 6, 2012 - Blue Ribbon Commission Announces Strategic Plan to Strengthen Catholic Education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

 

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