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Solemn Mass to Celebrate Feast of St. John Henry Newman Oct. 9

The liturgy will feature sacred music in the English choral tradition, including hymns by Newman and O Sacrum Convivium by Anton Bruckner.

Sister ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Frances Acton, OSF, dies at 96

Sister ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Frances Acton, OSF, (formerly Sister St. William), 96, died in Assisi House on Thursday, September 24, 2026.

Brother Michael Lonsway, FC, dies at 79

Brother Michael Lonsway FC died on September 4, 2026 peacefully at home at Triest Hall, his religious house.

Walking with People Through Life’s Hardest Moments

From helping families secure safe housing to supporting women in recovery and older adults in need, Katherine “Kate” Baumgardner has spent nearly 25 years accompanying people on their journey toward stability, dignity, and healing.

A Letter of Gratitude, A Career of Service

Inspired by a thank-you letter from a grateful parent, Donna Fanelli’s 30 years with Catholic Charities reflect a lasting commitment to feeding children and supporting families across the region.

Where Hope Finds a Home

Inspired by her faith and a desire to serve others, Leslie Diaz connects vulnerable individuals and families with the support they need to thrive.

Creating Opportunities for All

After 17 years with Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services, Maureen Lewis continues to help individuals build skills, foster meaningful connections, and live lives of dignity, inclusion, and purpose.

Father Bill Atkinson Remembered at Mass 20 Years After His Death

The late Delco priest now on the path toward sainthood could have chosen bitterness when he was paralyzed in an accident, but he chose to live and see the loving God with him, and became the world’s first quadriplegic priest. 

La Salle University, Archdiocesan High Schools Announce Partnership

La Salle University and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia have partnered to provide guaranteed admission and scholarship opportunities for qualified graduates of the archdiocese’s 15 high schools.

2 Phila. Catholics Named Officers for Key USCCB Council

Dr. Daniel Drain and Sofia Zacharczuk will serve in important roles for a group that advises the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on issues facing the Church.