Student representatives from Archdiocesan high schools and parish elementary schools will present funds collected by their schools for the 2006 Catholic Charities Appeal. Most Reverend Joseph P. McFadden, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, who oversees Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, will offer remarks and be available for interviews.

Friday, April 28, 2006
Students' Arrival 9:30 a.m.
Remarks 10:15 a.m.
Archbishop Ryan High School - North Gymnasium
11201 Academy Road
Philadelphia


The Catholic Charities Appeal provides human social services to men, women and children each year, regardless of their religion. Approximately 6,500 meals are served monthly to vulnerable adults and children and 280 children with special needs attend 5 archdiocesan schools of special education with the help of the Catholic Charities Appeal. All funds raised stay in the five county area of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. For more information please contact, 215-587-3651 or visit www.catholicharitiesappeal.org.

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Contact
Meredith V. Wilson
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747