Calendar of Events
Book study on contemplative prayer runs Sept. 15-Oct. 27
Daylesford Abbey, Paoli is hosting the seven-session program led by Norbertine Abbot Emeritus Ron Rossi that explores the book, "Contemplating Christ: The Gospels and the Interior Life."
Young adults’ Mass celebrates Assumption
The Aug. 15 liturgy at St. Francis de Sales in Philadelphia will be followed by a "meet and greet" hosted by the Religious Sisters of the Assumption.
Fatima holy hour offers prayers for world peace, end of pandemic
Faithful are invited to Our Lady of Consolation Aug. 13 at 7 p.m. to add their prayers and intentions during the gathering, sponsored by the World Apostolate of Fatima.
Mass for Cuba and its people set for Aug. 8 in Phila.
Archbishop Nelson Perez will celebrate the Mass on Sunday afternoon at Holy Innocents Church in Philadelphia in solidarity with the people who led protests recently in response to civil unrest. All are welcome to attend.
Artwork leads retreat through virtual desert monastery
Through Catholic artist Brother Mickey McGrath's work and that of Georgia O'Keefe, retreatants will make an Aug. 4 pilgrimage to New Mexico and rediscover the beauty that inspired the desert fathers and mothers of the ancient church.
Virtual Catholic speed dating connects singles of all ages, near and far
Four upcoming sessions are set to introduce Catholic singles of every generation July 30 and 31 and Aug. 2 and 4. A number of previous participants have since married.
Magnifest summer music series blends praise, prayer
The weekly concerts will take place July 31, Aug. 7 and Aug. 14 at St. Mary of Providence Retreat Center in Elverson, with prayer, food and vendors rounding out the evenings.
Blessed Solanus Casey feast at Padre Pio shrine
The National Centre for Padre Pio will celebrate the July 30 feast day of Blessed Solanus Casey, the humble Capuchin dubbed the "Detroit miracle worker."
Malvern hosts Flame of Love conference, retreat
Father James Blount will direct a July 30-Aug. 1 retreat, which will include Mass, adoration, confession and a healing service. Tickets for virtual seats are still available.
Baby shower celebrates ‘little bundles of joy,’ and their moms
Catholic Social Services will throw a party for expecting mothers at its Chester City location July 29, with raffles, vendors, lunch and games.