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Archdiocese Of Philadelphia Helping Catholics Observe Lent Through Series Of Virtual Retreats

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is beginning a program on social media to help local Catholics observe Lent through a series of virtual retreats. Archbishop Nelson Perez announced the virtual retreat series Monday on Facebook Live.

Last night's presentation was on the power of faith in a time of uncertainty.

The archdiocese plans to share a video each night at 7 p.m.

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It will be available on Facebook, Instagram and on the Archdiocese's website.

The series will run through Palm Sunday, April 5.

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