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Police ministry shows ‘behind the badge, there’s a human being,’ says archbishop
Named for the patron saint of law enforcement, the Michael the Archangel Ministry brings faith to the frontlines while helping the community, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez during a March 30 pastoral visit.
Local Catholic college to award Zelenskyy honorary degree
Jenkintown-based Manor College and 15 schools in several states are conferring doctorates on Ukraine's president for his leadership in "preserving Western civilization and democracy."
Lenten prayer service unites Ukraine’s sufferings with Christ
An April 3 reflection on the Stations of the Cross will invite faithful to see Jesus in those devastated by the ongoing Russian invasion, which has killed thousands and displaced millions.
On 14 college campuses, young adults are heard via synod
The synodal process of listening to the Holy Spirit and to one another is drawing hundreds of students and faculty to share their experiences of the church at local Catholic campuses and Newman centers.
Partnership of CSS, Delco parish welcomes Afghan refugees
Archdiocesan Catholic Social Services and St. John Chrysostom Parish in Wallingford are offering practical support for traumatized new arrivals from war-torn Afghanistan.
Refugee resettlement, parish collections set to help Ukrainians
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its second month, the Philadelphia Archdiocese is looking to aid those fleeing and those struggling to survive within the war-torn nation. Learn how you can help.
Catholic foundation helps fund ministries near and far
The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia has been building a community of donors in the Philadelphia Archdiocese, benefitting parishes like St. Patrick in Norristown and aiding the church in Ukraine.
Foster care program seeks parents ready for ‘genuine love’
Catholic Social Services is looking for caring people who "want to save a life" by opening their hearts and homes to kids in need.
Archbishops lead Catholics in consecrating humanity to Mary
The prayers for peace especially in Ukraine and Russia were called for by Pope Francis worldwide March 25, and Archbishop Nelson Perez and Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak led the solemn consecration followed by Mass in the cathedral.
Man Up Philly brings Catholic men out for day-long meet up
Immaculata University hosted the 14th annual men's spirituality conference March 19 as Catholic men gathered to share their faith and strengthen one another.