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Boot Up Philly a ‘beautiful exchange’ of blessings

Hundreds gathered for an Oct. 22 clothing and footwear giveaway spearheaded by St. John's Hospice, with participants sharing "precious moments" of fun and fellowship.

Cross-country food donation fills shelves, and hearts

Nutritional Development Services recently received more than 37,000 pounds of goods from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, helping to restock pantries where client demand has surged.

Catholic voter information resources for the 2022 elections

In advance of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 8, CatholicPhilly.com presents Catholic voter resources in preparation for the 2022 Pennsylvania General Election.

Baby shower celebrates Northeast Phila. moms

Expectant mothers and parents with young children were treated to a special afternoon thanks to a community baby shower hosted by archdiocesan Catholic Social Services.

Synod report reveals need for healing, signs of hope

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has released the results of eight months of local listening sessions, with faithful sharing their joys, concerns and a "desire to continue the conversation" as Archbishop Nelson Pérez outlines three key priorities for the church's future.

Pilgrims ‘carry their heart to Mary’s house’ to bring Christ to the world

Hundreds of area faithful, led by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, traveled to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Oct. 15, for a day of spiritual refreshment as missionary disciples.

Bishop Shanahan student brings home hope from visit with pope

After traveling to Rome with a youth delegation led by Archbishop Nelson Pérez, junior Sam Gorman is looking to help teens "make time for listening to God, and see how he is working" in their lives.

‘Boot Up Philly’ drive provides firm footing for those in need

St. John's Hospice, an archdiocesan ministry to those in homelessness, will distribute critically needed footwear and winter essentials to hundreds Oct. 22, and you can help.

Archbishop, Bishop Shanahan HS student meet with Pope Francis

Archbishop Nelson Pérez, junior Sam Gorman and a delegation from the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry traveled to the Vatican to exchange messages of hope and joy with the pope.

Agency urges low-income families to apply for federal discount on internet access

The Affordable Connectivity Program is helping to bridge the "digital divide," and Catholic Human Services is making sure its clients take the first steps to receiving the benefit.