It's Official: Pope Francis is Coming to Philadelphia

The Pope is Coming to Philadelphia!

As the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gears up for the World Meeting of Families, there is a new person that has confirmed his visit... the pope.

In a papal audience yesterday, Pope Francis has announced that he will visit Philadelphia. He will be the first pope since John Paul II to visit the city of brotherly love.

Hotel room booking has skyrocketed in wake of the pope's announcement of his anticipated visit to Philadelphia.

Many people around the Philadelphia area, particularly young people, are excited about his visit.

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Next September Philadelphia will be on the global stage for the 8th World Meeting of Families.

Archbishop Charles J. Chaput has made that announcement while speaking in Baltimore for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. He outlines the keynote speakers which will included Cardinal Sean O'Malley of Boston, Father Robert Barron, creator of the Catholicism series, and Helen Alvare, professor of law at Georgetown.

The event will also include breakout speakers. None have been confirmed at the time.

For information regarding World Meeting of Families and registration, visit the link enclosed.
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