
Photo features
St. Joseph, Coatesville, Celebrates 100th Anniversary
The parish welcomed Archbishop Pérez for a special Mass March 23 marking the closing of its 100th anniversary as a parish community.
See Scenes from the 34th Annual Catechetical Convocation
Hundreds of Catechists from throughout the Archdiocese of Philadelphia gathered March 22 for the 34th annual Catechetical Convocation.
People and Events
Film on Blessed Carlo Acutis Premieres on Day of Canonization
Pope Francis will canonize the first saint from the millennial generation on April 27 in Rome, just as a documentary on the Italian teen’s life is shown for three days in nearly 1,000 U.S. theaters.
Local News
Survey Invites Parishioners to Assess Parish Life This Lent
By asking Catholics to evaluate their faith journey and engagement with their parish, the Disciple Maker Index will help parishes refine their pastoral plans. In 2022 more than 30,000 local Catholics responded to the survey.
Spirituality
How a Simple Request for Jesus Leads to a Movement of Faith
Msgr. Joseph Prior writes about the growth of faith in our region, and its example in this Sunday's Gospel. The Samaritan woman asks Jesus for water, and thus begins a journey of faith toward life for her and her town.
Commentaries
Get Ready for the Goal of Heaven
In the midst of his own health issues, Pope Francis encourages us to reflect on the reality of death, "strengthening our assurance that the best is yet to come, because heaven is the goal," writes Sister Constance Veit.
Proposed Federal Cuts Would Slash School Meals for Thousands of Local Students
The director of archdiocesan food programs writes that a proposed $12 billion reduction in budget funding would deprive 8,000 local children of meals they need to succeed in school.
Calendar of Events
Author Joseph Lewis Offers Book Signing, Talk in Berwyn
At a March 29 appearance, the award-winning Catholic author will discuss his latest book, “Rediscovering the Joy of Children & Family.”
Delco Parishes to Hold Four-Week Lenten Series
This year’s Lenten theme is “Pilgrims of Hope, Walking with Jesus and Mary.”

Video Features
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.
Lenten Reflection with Deacon Franz Fruehwald: Week Three
Deacon Franz Fruehwald, permanent deacon at Queen of Peace Parish in Ardsley, offers faithful a Lenten reflection for week three.

USCCB
Vatican’s “Life is Always a Good” Affirms U.S. Bishops’ Initiative “Walking with Moms in Need,” says Bishop Thomas
Bishop Zaidan Encourages Solidarity and Prayer for Lasting Peace in the Holy Land

Pope Francis
Pope Knew He ‘Might Not Make It,’ Physician Says
For Pope Francis' medical team at Rome's Gemelli hospital, Feb. 28 was the worst day.
Pro-Life Movement Needs New Approach, Driven by All the Faithful, Dicastery Says
The Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life has published a pastoral framework to help dioceses begin a synodal process for strengthening and promoting the pastoral care of human life.

Hispanic Catholics
La Voz de Dios March 23, 2025
En este episodio, Maríanela Núñez conversa con Juan Guerra, orgullosamente cubano-americano y Director del Apostolado Hispano en la Parroquia St. Agnes de West Chester.
Sports
St. Andrew’s, Newtown, Captures CYO Girls Basketball State Title
St. Andrew Parish, Newtown, girls varsity CYO basketball team captured the state championship March 9 in Pittsburgh.
Strong Defense, Eventual Offense Propel Father Judge to PCL Crown
After a barren first quarter the Crusaders roared back, blocked shots and topped Roman Catholic, 41-34, for the boys basketball championship.