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New commission maps racial healing through encounter, dialogue, says archbishop
The diverse members of the archdiocesan Commission on Racial Healing will help "change the culture of the church in Philadelphia" step by step, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez during a June 26 address.
Seniors return to ‘second home’ at archdiocesan centers
After more than a year of COVID restrictions, doors reopened this week at five Catholic Housing and Community Services hubs for older adults, dispelling isolation and bringing hope.
Pioneering Black priest a model for healing racism, says archbishop
Venerable Augustus Tolton, the first recognized African-American priest, was honored during a June 26 Mass at which celebrant Archbishop Nelson Pérez called him a guide for overcoming prejudice with love and perseverance.
Inspirational Cabrini professor retires after 50 years
English professor Jerry Zurek, who taught and mentored generations of Cabrini University students especially through the student newspaper the Loquitor, enjoyed a fitting send off June 26.
Two retirements noted in latest clerical changes
Archbishop Nelson Perez announced the retirement of a Northeast Philadelphia priest and a permanent deacon in Exton.
Court dismisses move to stop Hallahan transition by archdiocese
A Philadelphia Orphans Court judge ruled that the Friends of Hallahan lacked legal standing to prevent the Philadelphia Archdiocese from selling the closed Catholic high school and using its funds for tuition assistance.
Local nuns head to southern border as migrant influx surges
Dozens of Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters are joining women religious from across the U.S. at Catholic Charities USA shelters, bringing hope to thousands fleeing violence, poverty and natural disasters.
For Ignatian volunteers, experience makes the difference
Ignatian Volunteer Corps helps service agencies in the Philadelphia region benefit from the life skills and spiritual gifts of committed volunteers age 50 and up.
Amid the ashes of their church, St. Leo members find their parish
After losing their beloved building in a May 9 arson, hundreds of St. Leo members gathered for a June 19 Mass of remembrance celebrated by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, who said the fire could not destroy a community of hearts.
Delco officials look to convert archdiocesan land into park
Municipal leaders announced June 16 they plan to convert the 213-acre former site of the Don Guanella Village into a park. A decade ago, residents transitioned to cottage-based living, where they play an active role in shaping their care.