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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Fifty of the region’s highest-achieving parochial school students were named 2026 Neumann Scholars this past week, securing four-year, full-tuition scholarships to any Philadelphia Archdiocesan high school. Ten …
Ten Chester County Standouts Claim Coveted Neumann Scholarships for 2026 Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez announced a sweeping new initiative to strengthen the Catholic Church’s presence in the Philadelphia region, unveiling both a privately funded marketing campaign and …
Philadelphia Archdiocese Launches Major Outreach Effort With Missionary Hubs Read More PHILADELPHIA, PA — Seven students from Chester County are among the 52 academically gifted eighth graders awarded four-year, full-tuition scholarships through the Connelly Foundation’s 2025 Neumann Scholars Program. Announced during a …
Seven Chester County Students Receive Full Scholarships in Connelly Foundation’s Neumann Scholars Program Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Catholic Community Services (CCS), an outreach of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is set to host its 11th annual “Operation Bundle Up” this Saturday, …
Spread Warmth and Hope: Operation Bundle Up Supports Philadelphia Families! Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Catholics across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are invited to venerate the sacred relics of Saint Thomas Aquinas, as they make a special visit from Toulouse, France, to …
Discover the Sacred: Saint Thomas Aquinas’ Relics Await Your Veneration in Philadelphia! Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Nutritional Development Services (NDS) of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is actively seeking after-school enrichment and educational programs to join its After School Meals Program. This critical initiative aims …
Nutritional Development Services Seeks Participants for After School Meals Program Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — Villanova University announced that Philadelphia Archbishop the Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., is set to grace the stage as the commencement speaker for the Class of …
Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez to Speak at Villanova University’s 181st Commencement Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a significant boost to educational initiatives in West Philadelphia, the Connelly Foundation has awarded West Catholic Preparatory High School (WCPHS) a $500,000 grant for the 2024-2025 …
West Catholic Preparatory High School Receives $500,000 Grant for Innovative Academic Support Program Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Archdiocese of Philadelphia recently announced that it has again united with Villanova University’s reputed Center for Church Management (CCM). Their shared vision has crystallized into a …
The Power of Partnership: The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and Villanova University Cultivate Church Managers with Innovative MSCM Degree Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Andrea Mueller, a seasoned young adult ministry professional, has been appointed Associate Director of the Office for Ministry with Young Adults (OMYA) at the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, …
New Leadership Ushers in Fresh Era for Young Adult Ministry in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Read More