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Celebrate Marriage at the Cathedral: Wedding Anniversary Mass Set for May 2
Married couples celebrating their anniversaries, including newlyweds, are invited to the cathedral for a special Mass and time to reflect on their marriage as the source of grace for the couples and their families.
Philly-Based Religious Orders Champion St. Francis in Jubilee Year
The Capuchin Franciscans and Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia live the beloved saint’s ministry and spirituality daily, during this year marking 800 years since his death.
200 Local Catholic School Students Join in Day of Service for Youths
Gathering with Archbishop Pérez April 15 at Lansdale Catholic High School, students from across the region stuffed bags of needed items for kids in Out of School Time Programs run by Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
‘Disciple with a Camera’ Brings Kensington’s Forgotten to the Screen
With his documentary Mercy at the Gates, Newtown’s Dan Tarrant films not only the poor and addicted souls of the community, but the also the ministers who, like God, love them unconditionally.
Chemistry Teacher and Her Family Create Magic at a Very Special Prom
Archbishop Ryan High School’s gym was transformed into a prom setting on April 11 for young people with special needs thanks to Athletes Helping Athletes and volunteers like teacher Mary Beth Sullivan.
Formed in Faith at Archdiocesan Schools, 85 Teens Enter Church
OCIA preparation built on the spiritual curiosity of dozens of students in Philadelphia-area Catholic high schools. The young people committed to receiving their sacraments of initiation this Easter.
‘Testament to Love’: North Philly Catholic School Classroom Dedicated to Late 37-Year Teacher
Mary L. Walker passed away 30 years ago, but her faithful, compassionate impact remains imprinted on thousands whom she touched and who gathered April 11 to remember her loving example.
Blending Old and New, Seminary’s Chapel Wins Global Award
Immaculate Conception Chapel at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary’s new campus in Lower Gwynedd won a top international liturgical design award for its “bright, fresh, and forward-looking” features that are “stunning.”
‘Celebrating Mothers’ Campaign to Help CRS Save Lives
Catholic Relief Services’ Philadelphia Advocacy Chapter celebrates Mother’s Day with an appeal to help in the model of mothers everywhere: working to provide stability, nourishment, and hope for their children.
Caregivers Are Not Alone, and a New Ministry of St. Alphonsus Parish Offers Them Support
The Maple Glen, Montgomery County parish becomes the fifth in the Archdiocese to launch Nourish for Caregivers on April 16 to give practical, emotional, and spiritual aid to those caring for spouses, aging parents, children, and others.