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Graduations Set for 15 Archdiocesan Catholic High Schools
See a list of Baccalaureate Masses and Commencement Exercises scheduled at Catholic schools throughout the five counties of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
In Advance of St. Charles Seminary’s Move to a New Campus, Historic Papal Visit Cross to be Relocated to Malvern Retreat House
A historic cross built for Saint John Paul II’s Philadelphia visit over four decades ago will soon have a new home at Malvern Retreat House.
Nostalgic Look at 1976 International Eucharistic Congress in Philadelphia
The archdiocese's Catholic Historical Research Center will open a new exhibit this month called “Gift of Finest Wheat: The Story of the 41st International Eucharistic Congress” which coincides with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.
How to Donate to Nutritional Development Service’s Annual Summer Food Drive
This is the agency's 45th year hosting the collection.
William Brannick Named New Superintendent of High Schools, Schools of Special Education
William Brannick will provide faith formation, academic, and operational direction to the 15 Archdiocesan high schools and three schools of special education throughout the five-county region.
IHM Nun Run to Celebrate 11th Annual Event
The June 1 occasion will benefit the sisters’ Camilla Hall residence.
Latest Clerical Assignments Announced by Archbishop Pérez
See the assignments for the three newly ordained priests plus changes in assignment for 68 priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
Meet the Men: Three Men to be Ordained New Priests Saturday Morning
Get to know each of the men to be ordained and their faith journeys that led them to priesthood.
After Career of 52 Years Burying the Dead, Serving the Church, Bob Whomsley Retires
In 1972 he began mowing the lawns of a Catholic cemetery in Delaware County. As he heads into retirement 52 years later, he reflects on a career leading the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Catholic cemeteries, and other dreams achieved.
Procession of the Saints to Give Italian Market Festival a Spiritual Boost
The South Philly religious tradition takes place at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 19.