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National Marriage Week Toasts ‘Missionary Adventure’ of Matrimony
The Catholic Church celebrates and calls married couples to recall the grace that sustains them during the week of Feb. 7-14. The head of the archdiocesan Office for Life and Family recommends couples show gratitude to God and make regular date nights.
Missionary Hub Director Aims to ‘Burst Open the Doors’ to Welcome People Back to Church
Michael Hajdak leads the Missionary Hub at St. Alphonsus Parish in Maple Glen, where he hopes evangelization by today’s active parishioners joyfully sharing their faith will attract those who are distant from their home in the Church.
Archbishop Invites Faithful to Participate in Planning Study in New Video
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez is inviting Catholics across the region to take part in a planning study to strengthen the local Church. In a Jan. 29 video, he highlighted the Trust and Hope initiative and encouraged participation.
After College Seniors Graduate, ESTEEM Helps Them Live Faith, Find Community
A program running at the Penn-Drexel Newman Center relies on networking events and mentorship to keep young adults connected to their Catholic faith as they enter the workforce.
Conwell-Egan’s Juggernaut Wrestling Squad Retakes PCL Title
The Eagles won the Philadelphia Catholic League championship, their fourth in five years, with a decisive victory over St. Joseph’s Prep Jan. 28.
Connelly Foundation Funds Museum Trips for Catholic Schools Ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
A new Connelly Foundation grant will provide one grade from each Catholic school in the Philadelphia region with a fully funded trip to the Museum of the American Revolution, offering students a meaningful way to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Archdiocesan Philadelphia Schools Issue Update for Jan. 29
Archdiocesan high schools in the City of Philadelphia will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 29, while parochial elementary schools in the city will notify families directly about their operating status.
Missionary Hubs Help People Encounter Christ Via Prayerful Community Events
Since five innovative Missionary Hubs were planted in the Catholic Church of Philadelphia last year, they are starting to draw people in their communities to one another and to the Lord.
Bridgeport Young Adults Form No-Pressure Group for Monthly Holy Hour, Social
While some groups invite sharing of one’s spiritual journey, Sacred Heart Parish in Montgomery County focuses young Catholics on the Eucharist, confessions, and friendships.
Philadelphia Archdiocesan Schools to Operate on Flexible Instruction Day Jan. 28
High schools and parochial elementary school buildings in the City of Philadelphia will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 28, and will operate on a Flexible Instruction Day as severely inclement weather continues to impact the region.