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IHM Sisters Celebrate New Life in Community

The celebrations took place the weekend of Aug. 5 – 6 at the I.H.M. Motherhouse, Villa Maria House of Studies, in Malvern, PA.

Catholic Heart Workcamp Volunteers Offer Valuable Help During Week of Service in the Archdiocese

This was the first time the camp was offered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Catholic Social Services Collects Items Ahead of ‘Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower’ — Here’s How You Can Help

Catholic Social Services and the Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia are teaming up to host “Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower" on Saturday, Sept. 9.

Annie Sarlo Appointed Director of Spirituality and Mission for Archdiocesan High Schools, Schools of Special Education

Sarlo brings over 30 years of experience in Catholic ministry to her new role.

‘Reduce That Gap’: Archdiocese’s Nutritional Development Services Bridges Countless Kids’ Summer Food Insecurity

Even in the final month of summer, the agency is looking for new meal distribution sites and others resources to help feed kids in need.

Conwell-Egan HS Names New Principal

Joshua K. Bower has been named principal of Conwell-Egan Catholic High School according to a August 4 announcement from the Office for Catholic Education.

High School Men Grow Deeper in Faith with Seminary’s Catholic Scholars Program

This year’s program welcomed eight high school junior and senior aged men for 10 days of learning, daily seminar classes and lectures, and forming good friendships with like-minded Catholic men. 

Videos Feature Opportunities for Local Catholics to Participate in World Youth Day

The archdiocesan Office for Ministry with Young Adults created two videos around World Youth Day to generate excitement and offer ways for local Catholics to participate from home.

Office of Catholic Education Highlights Creation of Two New Roles in Support of Special Education in Latest Announcement

Dr. Brooke C. Tesche, Superintendent of Secondary Schools and Schools of Special Education, shared updates July 26 regarding special education in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Knights of Columbus Put Faith in Action with Annual Charity Drive to Benefit Mercy Hospice

The organization’s San Salvador Council #283 in South Philly oversaw the campaign.