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Seniors stake their claims at new archdiocesan housing complex
Dozens of older adults turned out to apply for apartments at St. Rita Place, an affordable living complex that will open in fall 2021 to meet soaring demand.
Come home to Mass in person, archbishop implores Catholics
In the major new initiative "Nothing Compares to Being There," Archbishop Nelson Perez invites everyone in the archdiocese "to recognize more profoundly the irreplaceable need to be in person for the celebration of Sunday Mass.”
Archdiocesan parishes see guidelines to lift COVID restrictions
As health officials relax pandemic protocols, suburban parishes can resume Masses without roping off pews or recommending face masks as of May 31, while city churches may do so after June 11.
Kindergarten teacher, dog point the way to kindness with kids’ book
Kyrsten Amanto, an educator at St. Maximilian Kolbe School in West Chester, is countering COVID isolation among young readers with an engaging "tail" inspired by her four-footed friend, Pepper.
Ceremony at St. Charles Seminary marks fellowship, transition
The rigors of learning and the laughter and fellowship of seminarians at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary are the stuff of sacred memory, said Ukrainian Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak at the seminary’s annual Concursus ceremony.
St. Hubert students wrap academic year in style with fashion show
Bambies modeled creative couture they designed and stitched as part of the school's long-running textile arts program, and even a pandemic couldn't stop them on the road to the runway.
Two men join priesthood of Christ, fraternity of Philadelphia
Calling the ordination of new priests May 15 “a wonderful day of blessing for the Church of Philadelphia,” Archbishop Nelson Perez ordained Father Kenneth Cavara and Father Mark Tobin to the priesthood.
‘Manna Sunday’ food drive counters summer slump at area pantries
Named for the miraculous substance that fed the ancient Israelites, the initiative will restock more than 50 archdiocesan cupboards that have become a lifeline for local families during the pandemic -- and you can help.
Clergy assignment changes noted in archdiocese
Archbishop Nelson Perez announced May 15 assignment changes for 58 priests in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, most taking effect June 21.
Watch the ordination of new priests Saturday morning
Everyone is invited to participate prayerfully from home as two new priests for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are ordained this Saturday, May 15. The Mass will livestream beginning at 10 a.m.