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With Change of Name, Catholic Charities of Philadelphia Returns to Roots
Catholic Human Services, the umbrella entity for charitable works of mercy performed by the Catholic Church of Philadelphia, officially rebranded to Catholic Charities of Philadelphia May 2, but it continues to deliver the same vital programs across the region.
Catholic Charismatic Renewal Hosts Day of Prayer With Holy Spirit May 10
The annual conference’s theme of “Our God Reigns” means that “whatever happens in the world, our God is in control,” said the archbishop’s delegate for the renewal in the Philadelphia region, Maria Carmel Richardson.
Honest Conversations Reflect on Vision for the Future of Philadelphia’s Church
Information and dialogue sessions about the Trust and Hope initiative, featuring planned missionary hubs and person-to-person evangelization, are generating frank feedback in the Church of Philadelphia.
Papal Foundation Stays Close to Pope Francis, His Priorities
The Chester-based nonprofit organization funds worldwide charitable projects championed by the Holy Father in “reaching out to the poor.”
Watch Live Coverage of Pope Francis’ Funeral and Vatican Events
As the Church mourns the passing of Pope Francis, the faithful are invited to gather in prayer and remembrance through livestreamed liturgies from Rome.
Church Management Program at Villanova Helps Students Find Their Purpose
Stan Termini enrolled in the master’s degree program at the university last summer and now sees “how strong, faith-rooted leadership and management can empower communities” like the one he serves.
‘Christ Has Found Them’: Easter Vigil Brings Rising Numbers of Catholics Entering the Church
On Holy Saturday night at the Cathedral, Archbishop Nelson Pérez welcomed into the Catholic Church some of the 725 adults across the region who received their Easter sacraments, the highest total in a decade.
All Invited to Pray for Happy Repose of Pope Francis’ Soul
Before and after the funeral for the late pontiff, faithful of the Church of Philadelphia can offer prayers for him using guidelines from the archdiocesan Office for Divine Worship.
Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of Catholic Church, Passes Away at Age 88
The Holy Father, who left rich memories from his apostolic visit to Philadelphia in 2015, died April 21, 2025 in Rome.
Canonization of ‘Saint in Sneakers’ to be Celebrated at Malvern Shrine Dedicated to His Life and Message
Malvern Retreat House’s shrine to soon-to-be canonized Saint Carlo Acutis will hold an event celebrating his April 27 canonization. In only three years the shrine has become a popular place for eucharistic devotion by young people.