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Pope Francis Names Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior as the 12th Bishop of the Diocese of Harrisburg
Bishop Senior has served as an auxiliary bishop of Philadelphia since 2009; he will become the spiritual leader of over 200,000 Catholics from 15 counties in central Pennsylvania.
Here’s how you can offer free meals to children and youth this summer
Throughout the school year, many students have access to nutritious meals through federal meal programs. In the summer months many children risk being hungry when schools are closed.
Alumni reminisce on time at St. Joe’s, Collingdale, ahead of senior housing debut
Local residents recently had the opportunity for a sneak peek before the big opening.
Local college students become full members of Catholic Church
The Newman Centers at Temple University, Drexel University, and University of Pennsylvania welcomed about 30 students into the Church this Easter.
Life Sharing spreads a family’s loving care to kids most in need
Catholic Social Services’ Life Sharing Through Family Living program has been placing adults with intellectual disabilities with host families for many years. For the first time, host families are supporting children with complex medical needs as well.
Parish music director takes ‘leap of faith’ with rare 99-year-old concert grand piano
The purchase of a rare piano has given a major boost to the sacred liturgy at Bryn Mawr’s St. John Neumann Parish.
Wedding Anniversary Mass set for May 6 at the Cathedral, Archbishop Pérez to Celebrate
Newlywed couples, as well as those who have been married for 5, 10, 25 or 50 years are encouraged to attend this special celebration of married life.
Catholic Foundation Renews Sponsorship to Live Stream Mass from Cathedral
For the second consecutive year, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia has signed on as the official sponsor of the live streaming broadcast of the Sunday Mass celebrated at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
National Shrine of St. Rita Takes ‘Steps’ Towards Peace During Holy Week
To mark the beginning of Holy Week, the National Shrine of Saint Rita of Cascia hosted a three-mile walking pilgrimage April 1 to pray for an end to violence and to reflect on Christ’s call to be peacemakers.
From Darkness to Light: Young Adults Pray, Reflect on Holy Week
To prepare for Holy Week, nearly 50 young adults gathered April 1 to participate in the Sonrise Festival held outside the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown.