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Archdiocese revamps youth, young adult ministry
Following the recommendations of a task force convened by Archbishop Perez, two new offices will focus on reaching an increasingly diverse next generation.
Amid gloom of COVID, Camp Rainbow shines
With bubble wrap fireworks and coffee-filter jellyfish, the archdiocesan summer program for intellectually disabled children is finding ways to keep kids safe while having fun.
Bucks County parish opens its heart to dogs in need
St. Martin of Tours in New Hope is partnering with Lulu's Rescue to give adoptable canines forever homes -- including one in the rectory.
Catholic women host online forum on racism
A July 28 virtual meeting, sponsored by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, will highlight women's unique gifts for healing the wounds of racial injustice.
Couple relies on faith as COVID cancels their wedding plans, twice
Giovanni Morales and Natalie Rivera of Holy Innocents Parish in Philadelphia were set to wed in May, but have learned that "God is the ultimate scheduler."
Archbishop Perez receives pallium, job description from papal nuncio
During a July 19 Mass, apostolic nuncio Archbishop Christophe Pierre conferred the vestment, exhorting Philadelphia's shepherd to lead with patience and discernment, knowing that "in the hands of God, everything is different."
AbbeyFest moves online for now with weekly concerts
With large gatherings still restricted due to COVID-19, organizers of the popular Catholic music festival have rolled out a series of livestreamed concerts.
Archbishop Perez to receive pallium from papal delegate Sunday
Archbishop Christophe Pierre, ambassador of the Holy See to the U.S., will confer the liturgical vestment on Archbishop Nelson Perez, symbolizing his closeness to the pope.
Rice Bowl needs $200K to feed rising numbers of hungry here, overseas
The annual Lenten drive took a major hit due to COVID-19, but organizers are hoping to cover the gap by August to stock archdiocesan food pantries amid soaring local demand.
Father Chuck’s Challenge begins to feed Haiti’s poor in pandemic
While the charity begun 13 years ago in the name of Philadelphia priest Father Chuck Pfeffer primarily builds houses for the poorest of the poor, it is now helping to feed those affected by COVID-19.