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Vatican releases schedule for Pope Francis’ visit to Philadelphia
UPDATED -- Highlights of the itinerary released today by the Holy See includes a Mass at the cathedral, an address at Independence Hall and a visit with prisoners this September.
Local Catholic publisher wins national awards
Ascension Press’ “Chosen” program for youth faith formation was chosen as Book of the Year recently in Chicago, along with two other top awards.
Catholic Bible conference focuses on the family
The 11th annual national gathering drew more than 1,000 people to Doylestown to study Scripture in a theme tied to the upcoming World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia.
Francis Fund helps the poor and answers pope’s call
Pope Francis wants everyone to care for the poor, and a new fund named for him will help do just that in Philadelphia before his visit this fall.
Philadelphia parishioners pray for end to racial hatred
At Bible studies in four parishes this week, prayers were raised by many Catholics, including some with ties to victims of the shootings at a South Carolina church.
Archbishop Chaput reacts to marriage ruling
Read Archbishop Chaput's statement on the Supreme Court decision on same-sex marriage
Local theologian offers 14-facet view on encyclical
Redemptorist Father Dennis Billy, a moral theologian at St. Charles Seminary, describes points that readers of Laudato Si should remember.
Local Catholics praise papal tome on environment
From Archbishop Chaput to Sister Mary Scullion to a moral theology professor at St. Charles Seminary, Catholic leaders are weighing in with their initial reflections on a papal document that is already one of the most discussed encyclicals issued in modern times.
Catholic food pantry offers choices, just like a store
Hungry clients of the Norristown pantry are stretching their food budgets thanks to a donor-supported renovation. More than 8,000 people received food there in the first three months of this year.
One-of-a-kind senior center opens in Souderton
The archdiocesan Catholic center in Montgomery County, dedicated this week, cares for physically disabled seniors in a country setting.