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Priests celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Jan. 17, 2105

After nearly 150 years, Philadelphia seminary looks to move

Jun 20, 2016

By Mary Farrow

Bishop Francis Patrick Kenrick, the third bishop of Philadelphia, started St. Charles Borromeo seminary out of his home on Fifth... Read more

Archbishop Chaput of Philadelphia in Rome Sept. 15, 2014.

Archbishop Chaput named as one of new members on synod council

Nov 14, 2015

By Elise Harris

On Saturday the names of the 15 cardinals and bishops chosen to prepare for the next synod were announced by... Read more

Pope Francis at the World Meeting of Families Sept. 26 2015 © L'Osservatore Romano.

Pope Francis: I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope

Sep 27, 2015

As he concluded his historic visit to the United States, Pope Francis thanked organizers and volunteers, saying that he concludes... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to bishops in Philadelphia Sept. 17, 2015.

'God cries' for victims of abuse, Pope says after meeting survivors

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis this morning met with 5 survivors of sexual abuse during his visit to Philadelphia, telling bishops afterward that... Read more

Pope Francis and Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia outside Independence Hall, Sept. 26, 2015.

For Pope Francis, it's imperative: religious liberty is a gift from God. Defend it.

Sep 26, 2015

In a Philadelphia moment laden with symbolism, Pope Francis on Saturday encouraged all Americans and all religions to unite against... Read more

Pope Francis delivers his address at Independence Hall, Sept. 26, 2015.

Full text of Pope Francis' religious liberty address to Hispanics

Sep 26, 2015

Pope Francis met with the Hispanic community and other immigrants at Philadelphia's Independence Hall, where the United States Declaration of... Read more

Performing for the Pope in Philly: a chat with some of the talent

Sep 25, 2015

By Adelaide Mena

Musicians, comedians, performers and artists from the around the world are eager to reinforce the message of the family and... Read more

Gettysburg Address.

What do Pope Francis and Abraham Lincoln have in common?

Aug 10, 2015

Although Pope Francis will be new to the United States, visiting the country this autumn for the first time during... Read more

Noelle Zemborain and Family.

An 11,000-mile pilgrimage to see Pope Francis in Philadelphia

Mar 20, 2015

How far would you travel to see the Pope? For one family in Argentina, seven months and 11,000 miles is... Read more

Archbishop Paul Coakley of Oklahoma City expects the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia to be 'a tremendous catechetical moment'.

Pope's Philly visit will be 'powerful' witness to marriage, bishop says

Nov 24, 2014

By Matt Hadro

Next year’s World Meeting of Families – which Pope Francis has confirmed he will attend – will be a “tremendous... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience on Oct. 29, 2014.

Lots of high fives: Philly celebrates announcement of Pope's visit

Nov 18, 2014

By Kevin J. Jones

Pope Francis’ official confirmation of a visit to Philadelphia in 2015 has stoked great Catholic enthusiasm and prompted hopes that... Read more

Archbishop Charles Chaput and the World Meeting of Families catechesis book in Rome on Sept. 15, 2014.

Pope's visit to Philly will be 'icing on the cake' for family meeting

Nov 17, 2014

By Mary Farrow, Alan Holdren

After Pope Francis officially confirmed that he will visit Philadelphia next fall for the World Meeting of Families, Archbishop Charles... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on May 28, 2014.

It's official! Pope Francis announces 2015 visit to US

Nov 17, 2014

Pope Francis on Monday officially announced that he will visit the U.S. in September 2015, including a visit to the... Read more

Archbishop Charles Chaput and the World Meeting of Families catechesis book in Rome on Sept. 15, 2014.

Meeting of Families document offers global perspective

Sep 16, 2014

By Kevin J. Jones, Alan Holdren

The preparatory catechesis document for the 2015 World Meeting of Families is a “wonderful” work that addresses Catholic family issues... Read more

The World Meeting of Families - Philadelphia 2015 Iconic Image.

Official prayer, image for World Meeting of Families released

Sep 8, 2014

The official prayer and image for the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia next year have been released to aid... Read more

Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia speaks at the Vatican Press Office, March 25, 2014.

Papal visit to US not confirmed, but archbishop confident

Jul 25, 2014

Reports that Pope Francis will travel to the U.S. for the World Meeting of Families in 2015 remain unconfirmed by... Read more