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Catholic Charities of South Jersey Names New Executive Director

Dr. Maria Elena Hallion has been appointed as the next Executive Director of Catholic Charities of South Jersey, the Diocese of Camden announced April 25.

BLOCS Accepting Nominations for Teacher of the Year Award

Parents and students from across the five-county Archdiocese can nominate educators who go above and beyond to support them in achieving their goals and overcoming challenges. 

Sister Ruth O’Neill, SSJ, dies at 91

Sister Ruth O'Neill, SSJ (Formerly Sister Marie Timothy), age 91, died April 18, 2024, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Sister Mary Patricia Watson, SSJ, dies at 95

Sister Mary Patricia Watson SSJ (formerly Sister Miriam Patricia), age 95, died April 18, 2024, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Chester-Based Papal Foundation Gifts $14.7 Million in Grants for Pope’s Special Projects

The international fundraising organization announced grants for 118 projects in 60 countries.

Partners Needed for Summer Meal Sites, says Archdiocese

Nutritional Development Services is seeking community partners to participate in its free Summer Meals Program from June 17 - August 23.

More Than Two Dozen Catholic Schools Earn Middle States Reaccreditation

Twenty-six archdiocesan elementary and regional schools have earned reaccreditation from the Middle States Association for the 2023-2024 academic year.

American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture Spotlighting Local Philadelphia History

Join the American Catholic Historical Society for their lecture, “Let Love, not Hate Prevail” on May 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Society House.

Events to Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio

Join the National Centre for Padre Pio as they celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio with their Novena to Padre Pio for Our Children and their Commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of the Beatification of Padre Pio.

Guided by St. Francis, ‘Queen of Kensington’ Serves Those in Need

Inspired by her favorite saint - St. Francis of Assisi - Theresa Zuccarino volunteers four days a week helping those experiencing poverty and homelessness in Philadelphia.