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New ministry center dedicated at St. Teresa Parish, Limerick
The Montgomery County parish's new center, which includes a hall plus rooms for offices, youth ministry and a food outreach, was blessed by Bishop John McIntyre June 4, joined by the pastor and parishioners.
Archdiocesan agency honored for providing ‘real alternatives’ to abortion
For the 10th year in a row, Catholic Social Services has been named Pennsylvania's top provider of pregnancy support resources, with one agency director honored for almost three decades of work as a "mother helping other mothers."
Former Lt. Gov. Jim Cawley to lead Rosemont College
Formerly the head of United Way and Temple University's development office, Cawley takes the post of interim president June 21 at the Main Line college run by the Sisters of the Holy Child Jesus.
Malvern Prep cheers $20 million gift, largest in school history
The Augustinian-run Catholic school for boys accepted the donation from the Howley Foundation June 9, which will fund scholarships for 40 students and expand campus facilities.
Gun violence rally turns lament into action
A June 9 interfaith gathering, co-sponsored by the Philadelphia Archdiocese, called for both spiritual renewal and concrete action in ending violence that signifies "a loss of respect for the human person."
Latest clerical assignments announced
Archbishop Nelson Perez announced changes of assignment for 26 priests and deacons, including parishes for the six newly ordained permanent deacons.
Nigerian church massacre ‘an attack on all Catholics,’ say local leaders
The June 5 killing of at least 50 worshippers during a Pentecost Sunday Mass continues a years-long surge in violence. Faithful everywhere must raise their voices, said two directors of Philadelphia's Nigerian Catholic community.
Bishop Shanahan HS welcomes Phila. priest as new president
Father John Donia has been tapped to lead the archdiocesan high school, having most recently served as its principal and campus minister.
Novena for Ukraine unites faithful from Philly and afar
A virtual pilgrimage through war-torn Ukraine, capped by a June 5 prayer service, drew dozens from the archdiocesan area to Africa, all seeking peace amid a brutal Russian invasion that has killed thousands and displaced some 14 million.
Faith leaders gather in prayer and action to end gun violence
A June 9 interfaith service at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul will welcome all people of goodwill to honor those slain, while working to end violence.