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#iGiveCatholic Returns to Archdiocese for 2025
#iGiveCatholic returns to the Archdiocese of Philadelphia with more than 100 parishes, schools, and ministries participating. CatholicPhilly is among this year’s beneficiaries, with Advanced Giving open through Dec. 1 and Giving Day set for Dec. 2.
Indian Catholics Celebrate ‘Unique Blend’ of Faith, Culture
Bishop Efren Esmilla joined the Indian American Catholic Association of Greater Philadelphia Nov. 8 as the members and guests honored their heritage and encouraged vocations.
Science, Sacraments, Prayer Can Overcome Anxiety, Catholic Speaker Says
The Young Catholic Professionals group hosted speaker Brandon Hall Nov. 6 at Nativity B.V.M. Parish in Media for a talk on how people can rely on faith and the insights of neuroscience to manage the stresses of life.
Archdiocese Announces Relegation of St. Hedwig Church
St. Hedwig Church in Chester will no longer serve as a worship site of Sacred Heart Parish in Clifton Heights and will close as a Roman Catholic church.
Youths Set to Speak With Pope Leo, Share Concerns, Experiences
The unprecedented live, digital encounter on Friday, Nov. 21 with the Holy Father and some 15,000 young people in Indianapolis, plus millions more watching worldwide, is an historic opportunity for young Catholics and the Church, organizers say.
Local Pantries See Soaring Demand for Food in Face of SNAP Cuts
Catholic parishes and agencies of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia are witnessing a 100% increase in people seeking food assistance in the wake of the federal government’s shutdown.
Faithful Invited to Watch Pope Leo Live! Digital Encounter at NCYC
Archbishop Nelson Pérez is encouraging Catholics throughout the five-county Archdiocese to learn more by watching a promotional video from EWTN.
Archbishop Pérez Offers Prayers for Fellow Bishops Following USCCB Elections
Archbishop Nelson Pérez offered his “fraternal prayers and best wishes” to fellow bishops after their election at the USCCB fall plenary.
After Adjourning for 5 Years, Philadelphia Red Mass Returns
The Mass drew members of the legal profession to St. John the Evangelist Church Oct. 30 where they heard a plea to offer greater access to justice for those in need.
Women 90+ Stay Fabulous at Catholic Senior Centers
Five ladies ages 90 to 101 discuss the faith and joy of their long lives, with support from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.