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Basilica Shrine to Launch Annual Summer Novena of Hope on July 6
The nine-week series will reflect on the nation's 250th anniversary through the theme "The United States of Mary" and feature weekly Masses, novenas and guest homilists.
Newest Archdiocesan Shrine for Adoration Opens in Havertown
Archbishop Nelson Pérez dedicated the Sacre Coeur Perpetual Adoration Chapel at St. Denis Parish on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 12. He also consecrated the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to the Sacred Heart.
Retreat for Prison Ministers Set for August 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House
Catholics involved in prison, jail, and detention ministry are invited to attend a regional overnight retreat Aug. 3-5 at Malvern Retreat House.
People of Hope Museum Shows Americans’ Struggles, Church’s Service to Them
The mobile exhibit traveling this year nationwide made a stop in Philadelphia June 25-26. It documented not only the challenges that people face to live, but the help they receive locally from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
Catholic Charities Appeal Reaches $8.4M in 2025 Campaign, Report Shows
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has released its 2025 Catholic Charities Appeal Impact Report, announcing that the annual campaign raised $8,417,080 to support dozens of charitable service organizations and ministries.
‘Very Blessed’ Archbishop Ryan Grad Helps Kids Amidst Rehab for NBA Debut
Traveling cross-country didn’t stop Thomas Sorber, the top draft pick of the Oklahoma City Thunder last year, from passing on the values he learned at Archbishop Ryan to young basketball campers.
A Dog Named Blaze Shares God’s Love in Drexel Hill
The presence of the 2-year-old golden retriever at St. Dorothy Parish will end when the pastor, Father Michael Murphy, retires July 1. But the dog’s posts on Facebook and presence at the Jersey Shore will continue to inspire people.
Sister Catherine V. Corrigan, SSJ, dies at 95
Sister Catherine V. Corrigan SSJ, (formerly S. Charles Veronica,) age 95, died on June 25, 2026, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Pope Leo to Offer Video Message at the Close of National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Philadelphia
Pope Leo XIV will deliver a video message on July 5, 2026 in Philadelphia to conclude a 43-day National Eucharistic Pilgrimage marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Archbishop Pérez Receives First Documents Tracing Maria Middleton’s Path to Holiness
The Bucks County teen died in 2020 at age 18. The story of her life and her legacy, presented to the Archbishop June 22, gives witness to the power of trust and hope in God.