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The science, and ethics, behind vaccines
Knowing how vaccines work -- as well as the Catholic teaching that governs them -- can reassure faithful who may be anxious about immunization, according to Philadelphia-area specialists.
Papal Foundation helping to train Catholics from 44 countries
The Chester-based foundation gave $800,000 in scholarships for 106 priests, religious and lay persons from developing countries, enabling them to study at 16 Catholic colleges in Rome.
New Villanova program tackles ‘justice gap’ for immigrants
Created by a longtime attorney and law professor, the innovative, year-long curriculum enables graduates to represent clients to immigration officials -- a service six in 10 migrants currently lack.
Longtime program for at-risk youth set to close
St. Gabriel's System, an archdiocesan ministry that has served thousands, will be discontinued due to declines in congregate care and financial fallout from COVID-19.
Gratitude, service are marks of love in time of pandemic
St. Matthew's parishioners in Conshohocken heard a talk this month that challenged them to "do little things in a great way," because "God wants us to make the world a better place."
Four schools in archdiocese receive National Blue Ribbon honor
Mother of Providence Regional in Wallingford, St. Katharine of Siena in Wayne, St. Patrick in Malvern and Waldron Mercy Academy were among only 50 non-public schools of 367 U.S. schools honored this year.
Recovery walk participants find hope in every step
Residents and leaders of two archdiocesan Catholic Social Services outreaches celebrated the path to sobriety and new life during a Sept. 22 stroll through Philadelphia.
Archbishop Pérez welcomes students back to Delco school
During a Sept. 22 visit to St. Bernadette Parish School in Drexel Hill, Archbishop Pérez encouraged students, faculty, staff and parents to face a "different" kind of academic year with hope.
Food pantry, veterans group team up to fill backpacks for those in need
Mary's Cupboard, an archdiocesan emergency food ministry, and the Disabled American Veterans are bringing food, clothing and hope to vulnerable individuals -- and you can help.
Volunteers ready themselves for peaceful, pro-life vigil
Advocates gathered last week to focus on communicating abortion alternatives through respectful dialogue and witness, as the 40 Days for Life campaign is set to kick off Sept. 23.