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Pérez to Visit Holy Family Regional Catholic School in Delaware County for the Celebration of Mass</a></h2> <small><i>Publish date: April 4, 2025</i></small> <p>Archbishop Pérez will also bless new statue of the Pietà in the Church vestibule and tour the school. Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, D.D., Archbishop of Philadelphia, will visit Holy Family Regional Catholic School in Aston (Delaware County) and celebrate Mass for the school community. Reverend Monsignor J. Brian Bransfield, Pastor of Saint Joseph Parish […]</p> <p class="readmore"><a href="https://archphila.org/archbishop-nelson-j-perez-to-visit-holy-family-regional-catholic-school-in-delaware-county-for-the-celebration-of-mass/">Read the full story ►</a><br /> <a href="https://archphila.org/category/press-releases/" >See All News ►</a></p> </div> <div class="six columns rssnews"><div class="borderleft"> <h5>News from CatholicPhilly</h5> <ul> <li><h4><a href="https://catholicphilly.com/2025/04/catholic-spirituality/jesus-enters-our-darkness-dispels-it-and-leads-us-to-life/">Jesus Enters our Darkness, Dispels it, and Leads Us to Life</a></h4><p>Msgr. Joseph Prior explains the Gospel account of Jesus' raising Lazarus to life, in the Scrutiny readings this Sunday. Christ grieves with us, then restores life through the light of his Resurrection and his defeat of death.</p></li> <li><h4><a href="https://catholicphilly.com/2025/04/video/lenten-reflection-with-deacon-franz-fruehwald-week-five-2025/">Lenten Reflection with Deacon Franz Fruehwald: Week Five</a></h4><p>Deacon Franz Fruehwald, permanent deacon at Queen of Peace Parish in Ardsley, offers faithful a Lenten reflection for week five.</p></li> </ul> <p class="readmore"><a target="_blank" href="https://catholicphilly.com/">Visit CatholicPhilly.com ►</a></p> </div></div> </div> </div> <style> .frontfeaturesandevents section{width: 100%; max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; display: grid; gap:50px; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fill, minmax(230px, 1fr) ); } </style> <div class="stripe container frontfeaturesandevents"> <div class="row sectiontitle"> <a name="events" id="events"></a> <h3>Featured Links and Events</h3> </div> <section><div><a href="https://trustandhope.org/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/V1-Pastoral-Letter-Landing-Page-Feature-Box-260x150px.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/V1-Pastoral-Letter-Landing-Page-Feature-Box-260x150px.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/V1-Pastoral-Letter-Landing-Page-Feature-Box-260x150px-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Invitation from Archbishop Pérez</h3></a><p>Read the Archbishop’s Pastoral Letter inviting everyone to join him in a conversation about the trail we will blaze together for our local Church in the years to come. Everyone’s voice and presence are essential as we navigate our way forward. It will lead to a bright future for the good of souls and the glory of God!</p> </div><div><a href="http://www.catholiccharitiesappeal.org/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cca2025-ev.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cca2025-ev.png 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cca2025-ev-200x115.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>CCA 2025</h3></a><p>Gifts made to the Catholic Charities Appeal support close to 180 ministries and programs.</p> </div><div><a href="https://www.thecfgp.org/donate/parish-support-initiative/#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/events2020_0004_parishsupport.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/events2020_0004_parishsupport.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/events2020_0004_parishsupport-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Parish Support Initiative</h3></a><p><a href="https://www.thecfgp.org/donate/parish-support-initiative/">Click here</a> to support your local parish offertory through the Parish Support Initiative</p> </div><div><a href="https://www.phillydisciples.org/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/commission23.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/commission23.png 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/commission23-200x115.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Archbishop’s Commission for Missionary Disciples</h3></a><p>The Archbishop’s Commission for Missionary Disciples launched in the Summer of 2020. Since that time, the Commission has been praying, studying, consulting and planning to generate initiatives that will tap into the wellspring of grace in the heart of the Church and allow the power of Jesus Christ to transform our local Church. We invite you to be part of the mission! <a href="https://www.phillydisciples.org/">Click here for more information</a>.</p> </div><div><a href="https://openwideourhearts.org/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/crhev.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/crhev.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/crhev-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Archbishop’s Commission for Racial Healing</h3></a><p>Founded in 2021, <a href="https://openwideourhearts.org/">the Archbishop’s Commission for Racial Healing</a> (ACRH) is an advisory body of laity, consecrated religious, and clergy that addresses the mortal sin of racism in the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and Catholic Social Teaching. The commission members are a richly diverse group of Missionary Disciples serving as a resource for parishes, schools, and other Archdiocesan ministries.</p> </div><div><a href="https://archbishopsbenefitforchildren.org/#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/abc.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/abc.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/abc-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Archbishop’s Benefit for Children</h3></a><p>The Archbishop’s Benefit for Children (ABC) is a year-round fundraising initiative that provides vital support for Catholic Social Services’ programs designed to care for children and young people in need throughout the Philadelphia region. They provide help and create hope for thousands of children each year, including children with disabilities, at-risk children, and dependent or court-adjudicated youth. For more information or to make a donation in support of the ABC, please click <a href="https://archbishopsbenefitforchildren.org/">here</a>.</p> </div><div><a href="https://archphila.org/mercy/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mofm.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mofm.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/mofm-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Archdiocese of Philadelphia Missionaries of Mercy</h3></a><p>Missionaries of Mercy are priests commissioned by the Holy Father to promote the duty of all priests to “hear confessions and preach on behalf of and promote the Sacrament of Reconciliation.” In addition, they have authority from the Holy Father to pardon certain sins reserved to the Holy See. Our local Church rejoices to have 10 more of our priests newly appointed to this ministry. For more information, <a href="https://archphila.org/mercy/">please click here</a>.</p> </div><div><a href="https://archphila.org/thecultureproject/"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/eventcultureproj.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/eventcultureproj.png 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/eventcultureproj-200x115.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>The Culture Project</h3></a><p>Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez recently welcomed the Culture Project International back home to Philadelphia with great enthusiasm and approved the establishment of a new chapter in our region. Its missionaries are young men and women who will educate youth and young adults in our local Church about the dignity of every human life as well as the freedom and beauty of living out virtue and authentic love. To learn more, please click <a href="https://archphila.org/thecultureproject">here</a>.</p> </div><div><a href="https://catholicphilly.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=aed13a46fc29f21576d4e128c&id=75c48fed35#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/charityaction.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/charityaction.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/charityaction-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Charity in Action</h3></a><p>Individuals can now sign up for the Secretariat for Catholic Human Services’ interactive monthly e-newsletter, “Charity in Action” <a href="https://catholicphilly.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=aed13a46fc29f21576d4e128c&id=75c48fed35">here</a>. It illustrates the deeply positive impact CHS has on our local communities and the good works of its three divisions—Catholic Social Services, Catholic Housing and Community Services, and Nutritional Development Services.</p> </div><div><a href="https://thecfgp.org/#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/event-cf10.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/event-cf10.png 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/event-cf10-200x115.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia</h3></a><p>The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia (CFGP) is an independent, nonprofit community foundation committed to growing philanthropy according to the teachings of Jesus Christ. Grounded in the principles of faith and service, CFGP meets the diverse needs of donors and Catholic institutions through charitable fund management and development consulting. Our services ensure an investment in the future of our faith. 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Click <a href="https://catholicphilly.com/newsletter/"><strong>here</strong></a> to sign up for CatholicPhilly’s free weekly e-newsletter</p> </div><div><a href="http://www.aopcatholicschools.org/#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cathschools.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cathschools.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cathschools-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>Catholic Schools</h3></a><p>With 117 schools across five counties, find a school that is right for you. Explore the Archdiocese’s Elementary, Secondary, Special Education and Early Childhood Programs.</p> </div><div><a href="https://www.catholicfaithnetwork.org/#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CFNlogo.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CFNlogo.png 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CFNlogo-200x115.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>The Catholic Faith Network</h3></a><p>The Catholic Faith Network’s mission is to proclaim the teachings of our Lord to the Catholic Community and beyond using media in all forms. The Archdiocese is proud to be a media partner with CFN.</p> </div><div><a href="https://vimeo.com/753050230#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/deacons.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/deacons.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/deacons-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>“Called to Service” Documentary</h3></a><p>On September 22, 2022, the Office of Permanent Deacons released “Called to Service,” a 9-minute documentary on the Permanent Diaconate in Philadelphia. The short video was produced by Emmy award-winning, Joyful Films and answers the question “Who is the deacon?”. To watch “Called to Service”, <a href="https://vimeo.com/753050230">please click here</a>.</p> </div><div><a href="https://www.scs.edu/icf#new_tab"><img width="260" height="150" src="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/stcbs.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/stcbs.jpg 260w, https://archphila.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/stcbs-200x115.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px" /><h3>The Institute for Christian Formation</h3></a><p>Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary recently launched the Institute for Christian Formation. The Institute offers a dynamic, new program of spiritual formation and development for men and women in a non-degree/non-credit format. Through small, interactive sessions led by acclaimed SCB faculty members and other vibrant speakers, participants will gain a deeper understanding of their faith. 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