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Papal honors bestowed on 10 Catholics at cathedral
Archbishop Charles Chaput conferred papal awards during an evening vespers liturgy Monday, Dec. 9 in the chapel of the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul.
Hope amid grief at Christmastime
Father John Large, pastor of St. Paul Parish in South Philadelphia, organized a program to help some three dozen attendees deal with grieving the death of a loved one around the holidays.
Scenes from the Byzantine Ukrainian Mass at St. Charles Seminary
Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak celebrated a Divine Liturgy in the Byzantine Ukrainian Catholic rite Nov. 20 in St. Martin's Chapel at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.
A quiet moment in Advent, among women
Some 300 women came out to St. Elizabeth Parish for "Advent by Candlelight," an evening of reflection where they shared food and friendship as they reflected on the season of preparation.
Scenes from the Barry Awards event at the Union League
The American Catholic Historical Society awarded its highest honor Nov. 22 to Citizens Bank President Daniel K. Fitzpatrick at a banquet at the Union League of Philadelphia.
Pope meets with local bishops in Rome
All the bishops of the Philadelphia Archdiocese plus those from all of Pennsylvania and New Jersey discussed the state of their dioceses Nov. 27-28 with Pope Francis and Vatican officials. See scenes from visit.
Black Catholic group honors outstanding leaders
The Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary recognized 18 outstanding individuals for their accomplishments of service and leadership, including Gerald T. Davis, during a banquet Nov. 10.
Across the Aisles: Our Lady of Consolation Parish
The Parkesburg, Chester County parish welcomed parishioners and guests for the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, Nov. 17 in the Schneider Parish Center.
Catholics join in divine praise at St. Martin de Porres Mass
The annual Mass on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the cathedral, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office for Black Catholics, celebrated the memory of the 17th century Peruvian saint.
Candidates for priesthood, patronal feast celebrated at seminary
Archbishop Charles Chaput led the rite of admission to candidacy for ordination at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary Nov. 4. See the names of the seven Philadelphia seminarian candidates.