Calendar of Events
Generation Life hosts screening of ‘Unplanned’
Generation Life will gather for the March 28 premiere of the film, which recounts Abby Johnson's journey from Planned Parenthood clinic director to pro-life advocate.
St. Thomas Aquinas offers free medical screenings, day clinic
The April 7 "Health Promoter Program" will feature eye, dental care and prenatal care, as well as legal, financial and immigration consultations. Participants include Saint Joseph's University, the Mercy Health System, Penn Dental Medicine and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Mass for persons with disabilities
The annual archdiocesan liturgy, which will be celebrated by Archbishop Charles Chaput on March 30 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, honors the gifts of those with disabilities, those in the deaf community, as well as family, friends and caregivers.
Shroud of Turin presentation coming to Delco parish
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Morton, welcomes a speaker who has spent 30 years studying the shroud in all its aspects. The presentation with a Q&A will be held Thursday evening, March 28.
Community Concert at the Cathedral Basilica
On Saturday, March 30 at 7:30 pm the River Hill High School Choir, Clarksville, Md., will share their gift of song at the Cathedral Basilica Sts. Peter and Paul, Philadelphia.
Statue of the Scourged Christ
Our Lady of the Assumption Church cordially invites you to visit their church during Lent of this year to view the pilgrim Statue of the Scourged Christ.
‘Growing Up Catholic’ theme of annual Spring Lecture
The American Catholic Historical Society will welcome Mary Ellen O'Donnell on April 9 speaking on her new book, "Ingrained Habits: Growing Up Catholic in Mid-20th Century America."
Irish bands rock for Little Sisters of the Poor
An eclectic mix of musicians will headline the March 30 benefit at Villanova University, with proceeds set to support the congregation's Holy Family Home for the aged in Southwest Philadelphia.
St. Mary Parish serves Friday fish dinners in Lent
From March 15 through April 12, diners can enjoy eat-in or takeout meals that include weekly specials such as salmon and crabcakes, along with homemade desserts and family-friendly prices.
Cultural Heritage Mass celebrates ‘one faith, one family’
Archbishop Charles Chaput will be the main celebrant and homilist at the March 23 liturgy, which will unite Catholics from Native American, Asian, African, European, Caribbean and South American groups.