Local News
St. Charles Seminary Hosts Annual Vianney Cup Soccer Tourney, Garners the Title for the 1st Time in 21 Years
The tournament among three East Coast seminaries was held March 29 at St. Charles’ new campus in Lower Gwynedd, inviting “fraternal competition” among the diverse seminarians.
Four Delaware County Parishes Join in Lenten Nights of Reflection
With the theme “Pilgrims of Hope, Walking with Jesus and Mary,” Delco parishioners won’t have far to travel to enrich their faith journey this Lent.
Photo features
Photos: Archdiocesan Mass Celebrates Persons with Disabilities, the Deaf Community, and Their Caregivers
See our photo gallery with scenes from the March 30 annual archdiocesan Mass honoring persons with disabilities, the deaf community, their family, friends, and caregivers.
St. Maria Goretti Parish Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation
Young Catholics received the sacrament of confirmation conferred by Archbishop Pérez as he celebrated Mass March 29 at the Montgomery County parish.
Sports
Driven By Their Engine, Father Judge Caps Storybook Season With State Title
The Crusaders, led by senior Kevair Kennedy and nearly flawless free-throw shooting, defeated Roman Catholic – the third time this season – for the PIAA boys’ 6A state championship.
Speed, Defense Propels Neumann-Goretti to State Glory
The come-from-behind Saints topped Lansdale Catholic in a thrilling, 48-45, win to capture the PIAA Class 4A girls’ basketball championship – the school’s sixth state title in 11 years.
Girls Having Fun in New CYO Flag Football League
The inaugural girls league began this spring in the Philadelphia region, with a league for boys to follow this summer and fall. While some rules differ, kids are playing football “in a safe and exciting way.”
Calendar of Events
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture by Author Dr. Dawn Eden Goldstein
In this talk, Dr. Dawn Eden Goldstein, will speak on her award-winning biography of Father Edward Dowling, SJ (1898-1960), who rescued Alcoholics Anonymous co-founder Bill Wilson from debilitating depression and gave him the spiritual guidance he needed to bring AA to international prominence.
Reopening of the Exposition of Sacred Relics Set for April 6
Holy Martyrs, Oreland, will hold the Reopening of the Exposition of Sacred Relics in loving memory of Father Jason Kulcznski April 6 following the 9:00 a.m. Mass.
Video Features
Lenten Reflection with Deacon Franz Fruehwald: Week Four
Deacon Franz Fruehwald, permanent deacon at Queen of Peace Parish in Ardsley, offers faithful a Lenten reflection for week four.
Explore the Jubilee Year with Father Dennis Gill
The rector of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul discusses the meaning behind the Jubilee Year logo, explains each of the four pillars, and invites us all to join him on this pilgrimage of hope.
USCCB
USCCB’s Department of Migration and Refugee Services Issues Joint Report with Evangelical Partners on the Potential Impact of Mass Deportations on Christian Families
Vatican’s “Life is Always a Good” Affirms U.S. Bishops’ Initiative “Walking with Moms in Need,” says Bishop Thomas
Pope Francis
Nicaea Anniversary Inspires Faith, Strengthens Mission, Theologians Say
Christians should not see the Nicene Creed simply as a list of things they believe, but they should look at it with awe because it recounts the greatness of God's love and gift of salvation, said members of the International Theological Commission.
St. John Paul II Tirelessly Served Church, Embraced World, Cardinal Says
During his long and fruitful pontificate, St. John Paul II embraced the entire world, which stands yet again in need of his blessing, Cardinal Pietro Parolin said.
