Calendar of Events
Old St. Joseph’s hosts Lenten choral Vespers service
Old St. Joseph's, the oldest Catholic Church in Philadelphia founded in 1733 by the Jesuits, offers a solemn prayer service Feb. 25 including readings and choral accompaniment by a schola and choir.
Mass for those suffering with addictions offered in April
All are invited to the addictions Mass to be celebrated by Father Tadeusz Gorka, pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Royersford, at the church on Saturday, April 21 at 11 a.m.
Book signing set for release of Philadelphia-based novel
The author of "Spirit of Philadelphia: A 100th Anniversary of WWI Story" will sign books at a Barnes & Noble book store in Willow Grove on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Celebrate feast day of St. Katharine Drexel
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul will host a Saturday evening Mass, preceded by confessions, on March 3 beginning at 4:15 p.m.
Gospel choirs from tri-state area unite for concert
The Feb. 11 performance, hosted by Rutgers University, is an artistic collaboration between three area dioceses.
Retreat for young women hosted by IHM sisters
Young women ages 18-35 are invited to a discernment retreat Feb. 16-18 which focuses on the IHM charism and the importance of listening to God's call and discovering the ways God speaks to us.
Lecture explores liturgy and racism in the U.S. Catholic Church
In an American Catholic Historical Society lecture, sociologist Tia Noelle Pratt of St. Joseph's University will explore how the Mass and systemic racism have shaped African-American Catholic identity.
Seminar offered for ministers to those in 12-step recovery
Sister Rita Woehlcke, S.S.J., will present a day-long course March 14 on understanding the 12-step process for those who struggle with addiction and recovery.
Daylesford Abbey announces Holy Week retreat, liturgy schedule
"Christ’s Humility & Greatness -- The Challenge & Mystery of the Cross" will be offered to overnight retreatants from Holy Thursday through Easter Sunday. All may attend the liturgies during the Triduum.
Cardinal Raymond Burke heads panelists at day to study marriage
"Conference on Matrimony: Rediscovering Its Truth" will be held April 21 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul for a day of talks including time for prayers and ending with Mass.