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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.
Indian Catholics bring ‘beauty, uniqueness’ to the life of the church, says bishop
The "marriage between faith and culture" that marks the long tradition of Indian Catholicism enriches faithful everywhere, said Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop John McIntyre at this year's Indian Catholic Heritage Day.
Delco parish garden wins prize, and hearts
The Matthew XXV Garden at St. Cornelius Parish in Chadds Ford took second place at a Penn State Extension festival -- but the real harvest is one of blessings, said pastor Msgr. David Diamond.
Agency walks with women to recovery, joy and hope
Catholic Social Services helps women to find new paths out of addiction, homelessness and mental health challenges -- while celebrating vulnerabilities as "places where God can reveal his glory."