Missionary Hub Leaders, Volunteers Gather for Spring Retreat

Photos: Christ in the City Hosts Encounter Fundraiser Dinner in Blue Bell

Scenes: Students Put Faith into Action with Catholic Charities Day of Service

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Chrism Mass at the Cathedral Basilica

The parish in Delaware County observed its 175th anniversary on Aug. 13 with a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Nelson Pérez who was joined by clergy and faithful of the parish. On Aug. 15, 1848 a baptism was the first official act of the parish which had been established soon after the Augustinians founded Villanova. St. Thomas of Villanova is located at 800 E. Lancaster Ave in Villanova, PA  19085 – learn more at stthomasofvillanova.org.(Photos: Sarah Webb)

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