More than 1.5 million — including 44 cardinals and 417 bishops from across the globe — flocked in 1976 to Philadelphia for the 41st International Eucharistic Congress.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
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A full diocesan observance of Forty Hours devotion was a daunting prospect, given the anti-Catholic sentiment in the U.S. at the time.
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US dioceses see World Cup as opportunity for pastoral outreach, global encounter
by John Knebelsby John KnebelsCatholic leaders in World Cup host cities are preparing for the convergence of international visitors, local parish life and public witness.
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PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez of Philadelphia told OSV News he’s “OK” following a mild medical episode during the April 2 celebration of Chrism Mass at the …
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PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez of Philadelphia is calling for prayer, saying his “heart sank” after learning of a fatal air crash in that city Jan. 31, just …
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PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — Three Philadelphia priests have been made auxiliary bishops of their archdiocese, providing “a great sign of hope and of joy” as they “walk in the midst …
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PHILADELPHIA (OSV News) — The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is welcoming three new auxiliary bishops — all of whom, as Philadelphia priests, are already home. The Vatican press office announced Dec. …
