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Lessons from Catholic-Jewish relations a model for healing division, say experts
In a recent talk hosted by St. Joseph's University, Rabbi David Straus and Father Walter Kedjierski explained how "transformation is possible," even after a long and devastating past.
Faithful Citizenship: 2020 voter information
The Pennsylvania Catholic Conference presents information intended to inform and educate Catholic voters before the 2020 general election.
St. Francis of Assisi brings hope, healing to Frankford
Through prayer, outreach and public witness, religious and secular Franciscans are taking the saint's fearless joy to the streets, honoring him with an Oct. 3 procession.
Faithful gather in prayer for nationwide peace, healing
During a four-hour Oct. 10 vigil at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, dozens knelt in adoration while reciting the rosary to end violence and other "high-powered evils."
Priest, police light up the night for sick kids
Oblate Father Steven Wetzel and dozens of Philadelphia police officers gathered for the third annual "Good Night Lights" display at Shriners Hospital for Children Oct. 7.
Phila. priest removed from ministry on sex abuse claim
Archbishop Nelson Pérez has accepted a recommendation to remove Father William E. Dean, 70, as chaplain at Camilla Hall nursing home based on an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor in the late 1970s.
Hope rises from ashes at Our Lady of Angels
Two years after a devastating fire, the regional Catholic school in Delaware County celebrated its restoration in a new building blessed Oct. 7 by Archbishop Nelson Pérez.
New program at seminary invites lay, religious to deeper spirituality
With courses launching in January 2021, the Institute for Christian Formation at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary offers an accessible, affordable way to "nourish and reinforce" the Catholic faith.
COVID carves new path for parish youth ministry
The youth minister at St. John Chrysostom Parish in Wallingford tells how amidst the new health protocols, young people are happy to be together again to serve and just to hang out for fun.
Peak Encounter helps retreatants grow closer to God through nature
Connecting Scripture with "adventure-based and contemplative activities" is what Heather Makowicz's young organization does to create an atmosphere for people to "encounter God through the beauty of nature."