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Local Catholics remember St. John Paul II on his 100th birthday
Eating pizza with novices, preaching from area parishes and inspiring vocations are among the memories area faithful have of a man who remains a vibrant "spiritual father."
Archdiocesan schools get creative remotely, focus on Mary in May
Teachers at Catholic schools in the region are re-imagining spring traditions and even incorporating challenges from the coronavirus pandemic into their lesson plans.
COVID-19 ‘hits home’ for African Americans, say pastors
With coronavirus infection and death rates higher for people of color, the church must be on the front line of working for social justice, according to several local priests.
Parishes livestreaming Mass need copyright licenses
Hymns, worship texts and images are all subject to copyright, even during a pandemic, and experts say now is the time for parishes to make sure they're compliant.
Parish takes May procession to the streets for Mother’s Day
The pastor and Knights of Columbus council at St. John Fisher Parish in Boothwyn led a motorized procession with a statue of the Blessed Mother, flowers and hymns through six towns in Delaware County.
Babies get a boost with donated diapers, formula
Two local organizations purchased $3,000 of infant supplies for archdiocesan Catholic Social Services' Northeast Philadelphia outreach, which is making sure families "have what they need to get through the pandemic."
In a first, St. Charles Seminary holds Concursus graduation online
Archbishop Perez encouraged the seminarian and lay graduates of the seminary May 13. The rector announced major changes to the seminary's administration. See our full list of degree recipients and awardees.
Casa del Carmen aids families with 1,200 donated hygiene kits
Heart to Heart International partnered with Catholic Social Services to offer North Philadelphia residents masks, shampoo and toothpaste to stretch budgets during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outreach brings airline food to the hungry on the ground
With the aviation industry stalled, Project Isaiah directs in-flight meals to agencies such as archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services to meet the steep demand for aid.
Catholic students, staff show the love on Teacher Appreciation Week
Heart-warming signs of mutual gratitude were abundant last week as thanks for teachers and this year's graduates rolled out along with creative approaches to education across the archdiocese.