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Formed in Faith at Archdiocesan Schools, 85 Teens Enter Church

OCIA preparation built on the spiritual curiosity of dozens of students in Philadelphia-area Catholic high schools. The young people committed to receiving their sacraments of initiation this Easter.  

‘Testament to Love’: North Philly Catholic School Classroom Dedicated to Late 37-Year Teacher

Mary L. Walker passed away 30 years ago, but her faithful, compassionate impact remains imprinted on thousands whom she touched and who gathered April 11 to remember her loving example.

St. Jude Church, Chalfont, to Celebrate New Organ with Dedication Concert

Celebrate St. Jude Church’s new Allen organ at a free dedication concert April 19 with guest organist Rudy Lucente and local musicians.

Blending Old and New, Seminary’s Chapel Wins Global Award

Immaculate Conception Chapel at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary’s new campus in Lower Gwynedd won a top international liturgical design award for its “bright, fresh, and forward-looking” features that are “stunning.”

Reverend Henry James Hutchins, Pastor Emeritus of Saint Pius X Parish in Broomall, dies at 84

Reverend Henry James Hutchins, Pastor Emeritus, Saint Pius X Parish, Broomall, died on Saturday, April 12, 2026.

‘Celebrating Mothers’ Campaign to Help CRS Save Lives

Catholic Relief Services’ Philadelphia Advocacy Chapter celebrates Mother’s Day with an appeal to help in the model of mothers everywhere: working to provide stability, nourishment, and hope for their children.

Caregivers Are Not Alone, and a New Ministry of St. Alphonsus Parish Offers Them Support

The Maple Glen, Montgomery County parish becomes the fifth in the Archdiocese to launch Nourish for Caregivers on April 16 to give practical, emotional, and spiritual aid to those caring for spouses, aging parents, children, and others.

EcoPhilly to Host 5th Annual Summit at Villanova University on May 9

The EcoPhilly Summit returns May 9 at Villanova University, uniting Catholics throughout Philadelphia to turn "hope into action" for care of creation.

Sister Marguerite H. Riviello, SSJ, dies at 96

Sister Marguerite H. Riviello SSJ, (formerly S. Joseph Roberta,) age 96, died on April 5, 2026, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Sister Kathryn Frances McTague, SSJ, dies at 92

Sister Kathryn Frances McTague SSJ, (formerly Sister Edward Angela,) age 92, died on March 30, 2026.