Catholic Charities of Philadelphia hosted its 70th annual Archbishop’s Benefit for Children Christmas Party Dec. 9 at the Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown, welcoming 500 children with a live Nativity, performances and gifts from Santa continuing a tradition begun in 1955. The children represent thousands of young people across the Greater Philadelphia region who benefit annually from community-based and residential programs offered by the charitable agency. Student volunteers from archdiocesan and private Catholic high schools helped Santa bring holiday cheer. This year’s theme was The Nutcracker. (Photos: Sarah Webb)
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