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Relics of a saintly ‘sign of hope’ come to South Philadelphia
St. Maron Church in Philadelphia, of the Maronite Catholic rite, welcomed the remains of St. Sharbel, which drew up to 800 visitors last weekend to share the faith of which the saintly monk was a witness.
900 Catholic guys Man Up for day of faith in Philly
St. Joseph's University hosted the eighth annual men's spirituality conference last Saturday that featured former pro quarterback Rich Gannon among a diverse slate of speakers, all to help men grow in their faith.
Shoots of peace, prosperity emerging in Rwanda
Catholic Relief Services staffer Pascasie Musabyemungu spoke in Philadelphia March 11 of how the agency is working in her country to improve living standards and reconcile people after the Rwandan genocide.
Archdiocese donates to pro-life group, CRS
Catholics last year donated more than $365,000 to Catholic Relief Services in last year's collection. The Philadelphia Archdiocese also donated to the National Committee for a Human Life Amendment.
Germantown forum discusses the wounds of racism
More than 100 people from 14 archdiocesan parishes met at the Miraculous Medal Shrine to discuss candidly their experiences of racial discrimination in the church, and their inspiration for remaining Catholic.
Mass brings profound memories and lessons of Mother Katharine
Archbishop Charles Chaput celebrated a Mass to mark the feast of St. Katharine Drexel at the convent she founded in Bensalem. The attendees included two whose miraculous cures were linked to the saint's prayers.
Last weekend, Catholics made time for Christ’s healing mercy
At least 59 Catholic parishes in the Philadelphia Archdiocese responded enthusiastically to the call by Pope Francis to celebrate 24 Hours for the Lord. Adoration, Mass and confessions were offered Friday night through Saturday.
To teach better, 900 catechists spend day sharing their faith
The annual Catechist Convocation Saturday in Radnor had its largest turnout ever. About a third were Catholic school teachers and the remainder PREP teachers, all of whom learned how to better share their faith.
Students see aid continuing as Catholic school closes
Financial factors are forcing St. Francis de Sales School in Lenni, Delaware County, to close. But under a transition plan, students could receive up to $2,000 in tuition aid at a nearby Catholic school next year.
Clergy changes announced in archdiocese
The Philadelphia Archdiocese noted two special ministry assignments and a new parochial administrator for St. Ignatius Parish in Yardley.