Archbishop Perez's messages
‘You Are Not Alone:’ Archbishop Pérez Releases Pastoral Letter on Immigration
In a July 23 pastoral letter, the Archbishop of Philadelphia expressed deep sorrow and prayerful solidarity, calling on Catholics to unite in support of the migrant community and advocate for comprehensive immigration reform.
Faces of Hope
Meet the Faces of Hope
A new video and storytelling series that shines a light on the inspiring ways everyday Catholics across the Philadelphia region are putting their faith into action. Discover their stories, share their hope.
Hikes, Hope, and Holiness: How One Priest is Reaching a New Generation
Pauline Father Timothy Tarnacki leads ministry to young adult Catholics in the Philadelphia region by taking a cue from his compatriot, St. John Paul II: listen to, walk with, and form relationships with young adults.
A Space for Everyone: How Grief and Grace Sparked a Movement for Single Catholic Women
When Aurora Pomales returned to the Church she couldn’t find a group for women like her, so she started one. Blessed Emilina helps women see the single life not as a back-up plan or consolation, but to be lived joyfully with Christ.

Local News
Papal Cross at Malvern Retreat House Bolstered by Hands of Late Builder
Nicola “Nick” DiProspero, Sr. died 17 days before his final masonry job – the pedestal supporting the 40-foot cross at the retreat center – was dedicated by Archbishop Pérez.
Martha’s Choice Guests Become Cooks, Build Community with Their Own Recipes
Martha’s Choice Marketplace and Community Farm is fostering community through a new program where guests share recipes, cook together, and connect over food grown at the pantry’s own farm.
Bishop Mark Eckman Installed as Pittsburgh’s 13th Bishop; Archbishop Pérez Presides Over Mass
Archbishop Pérez joined Church leaders July 14 in welcoming Bishop Mark Eckman as the 13th Bishop of Pittsburgh.
Spirituality
We Welcome Jesus into Our Hearts, as Mary Did, by Listening to Him
This Sunday's readings show hospitality to strangers remains an important part of life. We should be attentive to our guest, Jesus, when we hear his Word, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Commentaries
Giving Students Fish and Teaching Principals to be Fishermen
The Foundation for Catholic Education, led by the Parsons family, gives both money for students’ tuition at Catholic schools and business expertise to school leadership, writes Guy Ciarrocchi. He also points out other help available for families to choose a Catholic school.

Calendar of Events
Ecumenical Service at Cathedral to Mark 1700th Anniversary of Council of Nicaea
A service marking the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea will be held Oct. 6 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Men’s Faith Event to Explore Authentic Masculinity at St. Norbert Parish
Speaker Michael Gormley to lead “That Man Is You” gathering for fathers and sons across the archdiocese
Profile
West Catholic’s Girls Learning Football Via Hard Work, Faith
“Seeing the face of Jesus in everybody” has been a lifelong calling for social worker and educator Katie Kavanaugh, who leads her fledgling flag football team at the archdiocesan high school.
Inspired by Jesus, Case Worker Cares for Children with Intellectual and Development Disabilities with Dignity, Integrity
Kimberly Cowley passionately advocates for the dignity and empowerment of children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities at St. Edmond’s Home for Children.
Driven by Prayer, Social Worker Leaves Retirement to Enrich Lives of Area Seniors
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's Chris Minnick works to stabilize and enrich the lives of seniors in need, aged 60 and over.
Childhood Experiences Inspired Career Dedicated to Helping Other Families Experiencing Homelessness
Shawna Murray, whose own childhood experience inspired her dedicated career at Visitation Homes in North Philadelphia, helps at-risk families overcome barriers and find stability.

Vatican News
Pope Celebrates Apollo 11 Anniversary with Peek at the Heavens, Call to Astronaut
Peering at the sunlit skies through a Vatican-owned space telescope and calling the last surviving member of the Apollo 11 spaceflight mission was how Pope Leo XIV celebrated the anniversary of the first crewed moon landing.
Pope Condemns Israel’s Attack Against Church, Calls for End to ‘Barbarity’
The "barbarity of war" and forced displacement of people have to end, and civilians and places of worship have to be protected, Pope Leo XIV implored.
Obituaries
Sister Margaret Mary Mahon, SSJ, dies at 86
Sister Margaret Mary Mahon, (formerly Sister Catherine Ann,) age 86, died on July 19, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Hispanic Catholics
“No Estás Solo”: El Arzobispo Pérez Publica Carta Pastoral Sobre la Inmigración
En una carta pastoral del 23 de julio, el arzobispo Nelson Pérez expresa profunda tristeza y solidaridad en oración, haciendo un llamado a los católicos para que se unan en apoyo a la comunidad migrante y aboguen por una reforma migratoria integral.
La Voz de Dios July 20, 2025
En este episodio especial, Marianela Núñez conversa con el Padre D’Amico, párroco de la Iglesia de San William en Filadelfia, sobre el Jubileo de la Esperanza convocado por el Papa Francisco para el año 2025.