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Parish growth is a gift of faith, and I-95
The construction of the highway decimated Philadelphia neighborhoods, but led to the growth of one Bucks County parish, St. John the Evangelist in Morrisville, which celebrates its 50th year.
Pope John Paul II HS names new principal
James Meredith, a longtime Archbishop Ryan administrator, will lead the archdiocesan high school in Royersford. He succeeds a religious sister serving in Catholic education for 54 years.
Three deteriorating churches set to close
Catholic churches in Olney, Linwood and Bridgeport, which had operated as worship sites after merging with neighboring parishes, will be closed July 15.
Catholic teachers and archdiocese closer to new contract
The Philadelphia Archdiocese and the Association of Catholic Teachers reached a tentative agreement June 12. The 625 members of the union have yet to approve the deal.
Two local events focus on religious liberty
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will host events this month in support of the national Fortnight for Freedom campaign that urges respect for religious freedom.
How to plan a liturgy for 2 million people
The music and choirs are ready, and Communion hosts and vessels are on order for the Masses of the World Meeting of Families and Pope Francis' visit this September.
Father Chuck’s Challenge to dedicate 1,000th home
A 12-member group will travel to Nicaragua for the dedication on June 15-20.
Paoli witnesses Corpus Christi procession and festivities
St. Norbert Parish celebrated its patron's feast day and the feast of Corpus Christi with a eucharistic procession through the streets followed by Mass and a parish picnic last Saturday.
A new kind of church, at home with the poor
Two pastors are heading a new mission outreach of the Philadelphia Archdiocese, akin to a storefront church, in a former bar in Kensington's tough K & A neighborhood. It joins other Catholic efforts to serve the urban poor.
New deacons represent diversity, role of service in church
Archbishop Chaput ordained 21 new permanent deacons on Saturday, June 6. The men from a variety of backgrounds will serve in city and suburban parishes.