Local News
Five Men to be Ordained Transitional Deacons May 11
Five men will be ordained as Transitional Deacons this Saturday by Archbishop Pérez marking a milestone on their road to Priesthood.
Archbishop Announces Latest Clerical Changes for Seminary Offices
Changes of assignment for four archdiocesan priests were announced May 6.
Congratulations to Philadelphia Priest Jubilarians of 2024
Priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are celebrating significant anniversaries of their ordination this year. See our list of 35 priests.
Photo features
Philadelphia Priests Gather for Alumni Mass, Celebrate Anniversaries of Ordination
See scenes from the annual Priests’ Alumni Mass at Saint Helena Parish in Blue Bell on May 2.
Philly Priests’ Journey to Hershey for Annual Convocation
Priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese journeyed to a conference center in Hershey for four days of prayer, reflection and friendship.
Obituaries
Father Donald Miniscalco, C.Ss.R., who had deep ties to Philadelphia, Dies at 80
Fr. Donald Miniscalco, C.Ss.R., who had deep ties to Philadelphia, died April 30, 2024. Services will be held starting tonight May 6 at the National Shrine of St. John Neumann in North Philadelphia.
Spirituality
Living in the Communion of Divine Love
Msgr. Joseph Prior, pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish in Penndel, offers a reflection on the readings of the Holy Mass for the Sixth Sunday of Easter.
Profile
Guided by St. Francis, ‘Queen of Kensington’ Serves Those in Need
Inspired by her favorite saint - St. Francis of Assisi - Theresa Zuccarino volunteers four days a week helping those experiencing poverty and homelessness in Philadelphia.
Commentaries
Supporting Women in the Journey of Motherhood
"With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I’ve been reflecting on the incredible joys, privileges, and sacrifices that come with being a mother," writes Sarah O. Hanley of the Catholic Foundation.
Securing Our Catholic Faith Through Planned Giving
Planned gifts are often simple to complete yet have a tremendous impact on the future of our Catholic community says Garrett Owen of the Catholic Foundation.
Calendar of Events
National Black Catholic Congress to Hold Webinar on Writing a Pastoral Plan of Action May 13
Join the National Black Catholic Conference for their webinar on Writing a Pastoral Plan of Action on May 13 at 12:30 p.m.
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture Spotlighting Local Philadelphia History
Join the American Catholic Historical Society for their lecture, “Let Love, not Hate Prevail” on May 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Society House.