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Under investigation, pastor of Northeast Philly parish placed on leave

No charges have been filed against Father Armand Garcia, pastor of St. Martin of Tours Parish, and he has been removed while Philadelphia police investigate alleged misconduct by him with minors.

Cathedral Basilica set to host sacred liturgies of Holy Week

Archbishop Charles Chaput will lead several rites in the holiest days for Christians -- the sacred triduum -- leading up to the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter. See the full schedule and a link to all archdiocesan parishes.

West Chester U students chat about life, family issues with archbishop

During an evening visit March 23, Archbishop Chaput got to know some of the students who attend the university's Newman Center. He answered questions about homosexuality, contraception and the importance of family.

Mass for persons with disabilities reminds of new life to come

Archbishop Chaput, who celebrated the annual Mass last Saturday, was among several participants who recognized the gifts of persons with disabilities and the hope that "they are all going to heaven."

Faithful of Bucks County reach out and feed homeless neighbors

The homeless and others down on their luck receive good food and necessary toiletries once a month at St. John Parish in Morrisville, part of an interfaith network of congregations serving residents in their area.

As Passover nears, archbishop writes to Jewish community

Archbishop Charles Chaput pledged the "prayerful solidarity" of area Catholics with the local Jewish community ahead of Passover, observed this year from March 30 to April 7. 

Cardinal Burke to head speakers on marriage at Cathedral

The retired archbishop of St. Louis and two other speakers will lead a day of study and prayer to rediscover the truth of marriage on Saturday, April 21 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.

Sacred art presentation deepens prayer at St. Isaac Jogues

The parish in Wayne hosted a March 22 talk by Philadelphia artist Kate Capato, who displayed several faith-based works designed to inspire contemplation.

Retreat at St. Stanislaus Parish looks at poverty rooted in Christ

At a Communion and Liberation retreat March 17, Father Philip Forlano challenged participants to rethink their Lenten sacrifices as prayers to Christ that ask him to transform us through his presence.

‘The Holy Spirit is at work’ in St. Andrew’s 200 outreach volunteers

Six teams each with up to 40 volunteer parishioners go out to meet whatever needs they find in the Newtown, Bucks County community, especially the elderly. The scale of the HOPE program is vast, but so is the faith of its lay members.