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Malvern Retreat House to Honor Local Catholics Who Embody the Faith
A 58-year member of the Men of Malvern, William J. McCormick Jr., will receive a medal posthumously from the venerable retreat center, along with three other models of faithful service.
St. Joseph’s Prep Receives $74M Gift, Largest Known for U.S. Catholic High School
The donation from Nick and Lorie Howley and the Howley Foundation will fund upgrades at the school's North Philadelphia campus and expand scholarships for the 175-year-old private Catholic high school.
Retreat Aims to Heal Young Adults’ Trauma from Parents’ Divorce
The Restored retreat May 1-3 at Malvern Retreat House explores the effect of broken family relationships and God-centered healing, plus an openness to healthy marriage and family life.
All ‘Are God’s People,’ Faithful Learn at Mass for Persons With Disabilities
About 400 people at the annual Mass Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, the Deaf Community, Family, Friends and Caregivers April 19 at the cathedral showed the depth of their love and welcome.
Celebrate Marriage at the Cathedral: Wedding Anniversary Mass Set for May 2
Married couples celebrating their anniversaries, including newlyweds, are invited to the cathedral for a special Mass and time to reflect on their marriage as the source of grace for the couples and their families.
Philly-Based Religious Orders Champion St. Francis in Jubilee Year
The Capuchin Franciscans and Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia live the beloved saint’s ministry and spirituality daily, during this year marking 800 years since his death.
200 Local Catholic School Students Join in Day of Service for Youths
Gathering with Archbishop Pérez April 15 at Lansdale Catholic High School, students from across the region stuffed bags of needed items for kids in Out of School Time Programs run by Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
‘Disciple with a Camera’ Brings Kensington’s Forgotten to the Screen
With his documentary Mercy at the Gates, Newtown’s Dan Tarrant films not only the poor and addicted souls of the community, but the also the ministers who, like God, love them unconditionally.
Chemistry Teacher and Her Family Create Magic at a Very Special Prom
Archbishop Ryan High School’s gym was transformed into a prom setting on April 11 for young people with special needs thanks to Athletes Helping Athletes and volunteers like teacher Mary Beth Sullivan.
Formed in Faith at Archdiocesan Schools, 85 Teens Enter Church
OCIA preparation built on the spiritual curiosity of dozens of students in Philadelphia-area Catholic high schools. The young people committed to receiving their sacraments of initiation this Easter.