Calendar of Events
Christmas concert at St. Francis de Sales Church tonight
The choir of the University City parish will present a candlelight concert Dec. 14 from 7 to 8 p.m. celebrating the mystery of Advent and the joy of Christmas. Proceeds from donations will go toward the church's renovation.
Heroin & Opiate Addiction Panel Discussion
The panel discussion is being held at St. Phillip Neri in Montgomery County.
Dedication of Christmas Creche
The 21st annual Christmas Creche dedication at the cathedral is coming up.
Nativity Ornament Sale
Maternity BVM is holding an ornament sale to benefit Alpha-Care Crisis Pregnancy Center.
SS. Simon and Jude hosts night-long prayer vigil for life
The West Chester parish invites all adoration from 8 p.m. to midnight on Dec. 8 for prayers to overcome abortion, for religious freedom and for the dignity and sanctity of every human life to be respected.
Old St. Joseph’s presents film screening, discussion on criminal justice
The documentary "13th" will be shown Dec. 10 at the church with a panel talk to follow regarding the problem of mass incarceration in Philadelphia and its intersection with Catholic social justice teachings.
Red Cross Blood Drive
St. John Vianney in Gladwyne will be hosting a blood drive in January.
K of C La Rabida Council 1191 annual Christmas party
The Knights of Columbus council will host their party Dec. 15 at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Philadelphia. Attendees are asked to bring a wrapped toy and label it for a boy or girl from newborn to 13 years old.
Sacred Heart Parish to hold Christmas Bazaar
The parish in Clifton Heights, Delaware County will offer food, raffle items, games of chance and a visit by Santa all day on Saturday, Dec. 3.
Christmas celebration of Scripture and song in Flourtown
Coming Dec. 11, St. Genevieve Parish will be hosting its sixth annual Christmas concert combining Advent Scripture readings with sacred, seasonal music.