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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.
Archbishop Ryan HS says Catholic educator has got the spirit
After 17 years as a teacher and administrator at the Northeast Phila. high school, Nancy Kurtz -- now the interim superintendent for archdiocesan secondary schools -- has received the Spirit of Ryan Award.
Archdiocesan high school in finals for $1M prize, thanks to innovative education
Father Judge High School, home to a unique career and technical program, has been named a semifinalist for the Yass Prize, joining just 32 schools from throughout the country to be recognized for transformational learning.
Migrants, refugees key to building the kingdom of God, says bishop
Welcoming those fleeing their nations due to war, poverty, natural disasters and other risks is essential to loving God and neighbor, said retired Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Edward Deliman at an annual Mass honoring migrants and refugees.
Students meet with EU diplomats to learn ‘what’s at stake’ with democracy
Teens from Roman Catholic and Father Judge High Schools recently gathered with the deputy ambassadors of Germany, Latvia, Portugal and Sweden to discuss the challenges of sustaining democracy amid the rise of authoritarianism.
On pilgrimage, Mary is the tour guide to deeper relationship with Jesus
Archbishop Nelson Pérez will lead hundreds of area faithful to the nation's capital Oct. 15 for a pilgrimage focusing on the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.