Commentaries

Embrace Reflection and Action This Lenten Season

In his first column for CatholicPhilly, Garrett Owen, Chief Philanthropy Officer The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia, shares how Lent provides us with an opportunity to align our actions with our beliefs.

Salute to African American Teachers

In honor of Black History month, Sister Stephanie Henry, SBS, president of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, writes how we should honor all African American role models, especially teachers and parents, during this month-long celebration.

An Invitation…

February is dedicated as Black History Month throughout the country and is an invitation for all to know and celebrate the gifts of people of African descent, writes Father Stephen D. Thorne.

Nature Makes the Feast of Epiphany a Daily Occurrence

Bernadette Rudolph, Director of Facilitation and Strategic Partnerships at Cranaleith Spiritual Center, a participating institute in EcoPhilly, shares a reflection on the daily occurrence of epiphanies in our own life.

Blessings of Health and Happiness

In her latest column, Sarah Hanley from The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia talks how the New Year is the perfect opportunity to think about the positive and spiritual changes we can make.

Composting: A Simple Act That Transforms Us Into A Culture More In Love With God

In his latest column, Aaron Lemma from EcoPhilly says by knowing where our food grows to where our trash goes, each small action transforms us into a culture more in love with God.

The Season of Giving

In her latest column, Sarah Hanley from The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia talks about opportunities for end-of-year giving.

Financial Spotlight: Endowment Funds

Kurt Gabbard, Chief Financial Officer for the The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia, discusses the benefit of endowment funds in his latest column for CatholicPhilly.

The Necessary Inspiration in a Time of Troubles: Saints

Saint Joseph’s University is recalling the life of Sister Bowman in a unique and lasting way by honoring her life and naming its new first-year residence hall in her honor.

Addressing Hunger In Your Community

For most of us the presence of hunger is not as up close and personal, but hunger is clearly all around each of us.