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Chestnut Hill College Celebrates 100 Years, Continues Mission of Care for ‘Dear Neighbor’

Chestnut Hill College marks 100 years of education and service, honoring its founding mission while launching new programs to meet modern needs.

‘Make Jesus The Center’: Pro-Life Mass and March in Center City Focuses on Inspiring Action

Hundreds of pro-life Catholics and supporters gathered Saturday morning June 7 for Mass, a march through Center City Philadelphia, and a rally honoring the dignity of human life from conception to natural death, organized by the Pro-Life Union of Philadelphia.

Elementary Education Leader Honored with Awards

Andrew McLaughlin, archdiocesan Secretary for Elementary Education, received local and national awards for his leadership, especially for special-needs students.

St. Katharine Drexel Still Teaches How to Live Life of Devotion to Eucharist

On the feast of the Body and Blood of Our Lord, Sister of the Blessed Sacrament Stephanie Henry reveals the way Philadelphia's own saint centered her life around adoration and Christ-like action.

Eight Men to be Ordained Permanent Deacons June 14

On Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m., the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will welcome eight new permanent deacons during a solemn Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, celebrated by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez.

Philadelphia Catholics Witness History in Person at the Vatican

Pilgrims from the Philadelphia region mourned during the funeral of Pope Francis and celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV last month in St. Peter’s Square in Rome.

AbbeyFest Looks for Growth at New Venue: Our Lady’s Shrine in Doylestown

The more expansive space at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa will allow thousands more festival-goers to encounter Christ through music, outdoor Mass, and more.

Father James Kelly Celebrates 75 Years of Priesthood, 100 Years of Life at Mass

“I’m just thankful,” the pastor emeritus of St. Pius X Parish in Broomall said as celebrated Mass at the church June 1, and sharing his gratitude to so many, especially to God.

Pope Appoints Bishop Mark Eckman as New Shepherd of Pittsburgh Diocese

Auxiliary bishop and longtime parish priest to succeed Bishop David Zubik, who retires after more than 20 years of service to Pittsburgh’s faithful.

How Are You Hearing the Word? St. Charles Borromeo Seminary Wants to Know

The Catholic Preaching Institute at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary is seeking feedback on its weekly Gospel reflection series aimed at strengthening the preaching of priests and deacons.