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Mural signed by Pope Francis dedicated at future home of St. Malachy School
Auxiliary Bishop John McIntyre blessed the outdoor mural, “The Sacred Now: Faith and Family in the 21st Century," at the site of the future St. Malachy School on Nov. 30. The 4,239 square foot mural, signed by Pope Francis during his Philadelphia visit in September, is part of the Mural Arts Program in the city.
Cursillo Movement marks 50 years in Archdiocese of Philadelphia
The Cursillo Movement in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia commemorates its 50th anniversary of helping Catholics renew their faith and live the Gospel message in their daily lives. A Mass, which is open the public, will be celebrated Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. at St. Martin of Tours Church in Northeast Philadelphia.
Teens make a strong showing at annual pro-life event
Among the crowd of 1,200 veteran pro-lifers were 300 high school students at the 33rd annual Stand Up for Life dinner Nov. 22. It honored individuals making a public witness for life and featured speaker Damon Owens.
Cardinal Dolan of New York leads novena at Miraculous Medal Shrine
The cardinal, a classmate of the shrine's Vincentian priest director, celebrated Mass during the annual Solemn Novena to the Blessed Mother at the shrine in Germantown. Mary, the cardinal said, "will never, ever let you down.”
Archbishop’s statement on education tax credits
A Pennsylvania department's refusal to authorize contributions toward tax credits may jeopardize tuition assistance for thousands of students. In a statement, Archbishop Charles Chaput urges people to act and ask the governor to support the tax credit authorizations.
Global head of Ukrainian Catholic Church thanks U.S. faithful in Philadelphia
In a visit to the Ukrainian Cathedral in Philadelphia Nov. 15, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk celebrated Mass, blessed new mosaics and a bell tower, and thanked Catholics for their vital support of Eastern churches.
Archbishop Chaput comments on Paris attacks
The archbishop issued a statement on Nov. 14 following the Friday night terrorist attacks in the French capital.
Catholic site transforms from closed school to senior housing
Archbishop Charles Chaput blessed the new Nativity B.V.M. Place, providing 63 senior-living apartments in Port Richmond, Philadelphia, in what had once been a thriving school. Some of its former students may live there.
Archdiocesan finances inching closer to the black
Just-released audited financial statements issued by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Financial Services for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015 show continued improvement, with the deficit of $17 million three years ago down to around $700,000.
Hispanic families enjoy day of fun and prayer at St. Charles Seminary
With music, games, food and more, the day was more enjoyment than discernment. But organizers hope the event for 150 families will demystify the idea of a priestly vocation for young Latino men.