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Kids served by Catholic agencies thrill to fun-filled party
The 63rd annual Archbishop's Christmas Gala for Children not only was a lot of fun for the 550 kids attending, but was also “a beautiful witness to the church at its best, caring for children."
Christmas brunch helps hundreds at holidays
A volunteer's dream of assisting families in need has grown into an annual tradition with year-round impact, thanks to a partnership with archdiocesan Catholic Social Services.
Little Flower students, staff put ‘faith in action’ at Christmas
Now in its 40th year, "Operation Santa Claus" collects clothing, shoes and toys for families in area parishes, bringing help and hope to those in need.
Archdiocese posts latest financial information
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia released new audited financial statements Dec. 20 for 10 church agencies and entities for the 2017-2018 fiscal year, ending June 30, 2018.
Food drive brings Christmas dinners and hope to local seniors
Two archdiocesan agencies and a Philadelphia Catholic school provided turkey and trimmings for 100 older adults. The hand-delivered packages help seniors share a healthy meal with family or friends.
Clergy changes announced in archdiocese
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput announced the following changes of assignment for five priests in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
At-risk adults help kids in need by stuffing their stockings with gifts
More than 100 clients of archdiocesan Catholic Social Services programs prepared gifts for the Archbishop's Benefit for Children. The project was a way for those being helped to help others.
Black, white ‘wealth chasm’ sign of economic racism, archbishop says
“Discrimination in housing, hiring and lending” cannot be solved without addressing the gap in wages and wealth in the U.S., said Atlanta Archbishop Wilton Gregory at St. Charles Seminary. There is "profit in racism, (and) we cannot address racism if we are still denying that it exists."
Listen to Archbishop Chaput’s Christmas greeting
Archbishop Charles Chaput speaks to all CatholicPhilly.com readers in his new audio message. He hopes that as we welcome Jesus Christ into our hearts and homes this Christmas, we may imitate the Lord's example of love and service to others.
Discern how to avoid a post-Christmas present: credit debt
Stick to a budget and strategize your online shopping, says local Catholic business leader Guy Ciarrocchi: “If you turn Christmas into a spending extravaganza, you'll miss out on what we’re really celebrating.”