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St. Francis Villa Marks 10 Years of ‘Vibrant, Joyful’ Senior Living
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's senior housing community fosters connection among its 40 residents, many of whom lived much of their lives in the Kensington neighborhood of North Philadelphia.
Paul DiLorenzo Named Director of the Archdiocesan Office for Child and Youth Protection
Paul DiLorenzo, a nationally recognized child welfare and abuse prevention expert, has been named director of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office for Child and Youth Protection, effective Aug. 3.
Local Star Kevin McGonigle Comes Home to Play in 1st MLB All-Star Game
The former standout at Msgr. Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast High School in Drexel Hill, and now a Detroit Tigers rookie phenom, “remembers where he came from,” said Bonner & Prendie’s leaders.
Sister Maria Teresa Griffin, SSJ, dies at 98
Sister Maria Teresa Griffin SSJ, age 98, died on July 1, 2026, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Reverend James A. Callahan
Reverend James A. Callahan, Pastor Emeritus, Christ the King Parish, Philadelphia, died on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Sister M. Geraldine O’Donnell, IHM, dies at 87
Sister M. Geraldine O’Donnell died in Camilla Hall on June 25, 2026, in the 70th year as a Sister, Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Rugged PCL Baseball Readies Its Best to Win Carpenter Cup Classic
The top players of the Philadelphia Catholic League faced their counterparts around the region for the annual high school baseball tournament. The PCL hitters faced tough pitching all year, so they were unfazed on the way to capturing the cup last month.
Immaculata University President Barbara Lettiere to Retire in 2027 After Decade of Leadership
Barbara Lettiere, who has led Immaculata University since 2017, announced she will retire July 1, 2027, as the Board of Trustees begins a national search for the Catholic university’s next president.
Andrea Hall Named Director of Archdiocesan Office for Ministry with Young Adults
Andrea Hall, who has served as associate director of the Office for Ministry with Young Adults for the past two and a half years, has been named its new director, succeeding Father Timothy Tarnacki, OSPPE, following his new pastoral assignment with the Pauline Fathers.
Saint Joseph’s University to Host Ignatian Spirituality and Leadership Conference
Saint Joseph's University will host its annual Ignatian Spirituality and Leadership Conference on July 30, bringing together participants for a day of reflection, learning, and leadership formation. The event will feature keynote speakers Eric Clayton and Sr. Margaret Scott, A.C.I., D.Min., along with breakout sessions focused on discernment, self-awareness, and Ignatian spirituality.