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Grand Adoration Chapel Set to Open at St. Denis Parish
The Sacre Coeur Chapel, the French moniker of a new perpetual adoration chapel, will be dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as an Archdiocesan Shrine by Archbishop Pérez on June 12 in Havertown, Delaware County.
Cathedral Basilica to ‘Let Freedom Sing’ in June 28 Concert, July 5 Mass
A diverse group of choirs and musicians will unite in song to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and the conclusion of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Philadelphia.
All Sacred Moments of Mass Add to Divine Worship of God, Speaker Tells Seminary
Earlier this spring, author James Monti cited saints, popes, and 2,000 years of thinking on liturgical practices to urge preservation of the Catholic Church’s treasury of sacred liturgy, music, and holiness.
Summer Choir Camp at Cathedral Helps Kids Grow in Faith, Confidence in Fun Way
The Cantate Domino free camp July 13-16 helps 40 youth ages 7-15 develop their vocal skills, meet new friends, and learn to love liturgical music.
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary Announces New Master’s in Catholic Health Care Ministry
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary’s School of Theological Studies has launched a new Master of Arts in Catholic Health Care Ministry in collaboration with the National Catholic Bioethics Center.
Phillies Honor 3 All-Star Catholic School Teachers
The trio of veteran educators at schools in South Philadelphia, Plymouth Meeting, and Broomall were recognized at the team’s annual Teacher Appreciation Night May 8 at Citizens Bank Park.
IHM Nun Run Aims to Fund Van for Retired Sisters
The 5K run/3K walk to be held Saturday, June 6 will help buy a van needed to transport the retired IHM sisters living at Camilla Hall in Malvern. Registration for the event ends June 4.
Roman Catholic HS Breaks Ground on STEM Center Fueled by $10M Gift
The Roman Catholic High School of Philadelphia launched construction of a new STEM Center on May 20, supported by a record-setting $10 million donation from alumnus Daniel M. DiLella.
Archbishop Pérez Honors 132 Top Catholic High School Scholars at Annual Convocation
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia recognized 132 of the region’s highest-achieving Catholic school seniors during the 46th Annual Academic Honors Convocation, held Tuesday evening May 26 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.
Archdiocesan High Schools Announce 2026 Graduation Schedule
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has announced Baccalaureate Masses and commencement schedules for the Class of 2026 at its 15 archdiocesan high schools, with graduation events set May 28–June 5 across the region.