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Six Parishes Help People Deepen Encounter With Jesus Through ChristLife
The adult education program aids Catholics and non-Catholics in “hearing the truth of the Gospel, having time to share and reflect, embracing it in their hearts and letting the Holy Spirit work,” said an organizer.
Novena Recalls Miracle for Delco Teen that Led to Intercessor’s Sainthood
St. Bernadette of Lourdes Parish celebrated nine days of prayer that honored the healing of Bernadette McKenzie some 30 years ago, and to commemorate the canonization of St. Leonie Aviat, founder of the Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales.
Archbishop Pérez Announces Clergy Assignment Changes
Ten priests serving in the parishes, schools and institutions of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia received new ministry assignments this week.
4 Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. This Year in the Archdiocese
On Jan. 20, communities across the Philadelphia region and the country will celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Here are four ways to volunteer your time and talents to build upon Dr. King’s legacy.
Course in Missionary Discipleship Inspires Others, Grows the Church
Catholics can learn how to share their faith with others and become evangelizers to the benefit of the Church. An introductory course over three Saturday mornings begins this month at St. Norbert Parish in Paoli.
‘Beloved Community’ to be Celebrated at Jan. 19 Service Honoring Dr. King
The 42nd Annual Archdiocesan Interfaith Prayer Service celebrating the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. – and his prophetic call for equity and justice – will be held at St. Athanasius Parish, Philadelphia.
Archbishop Pérez to Celebrate Mass, Bestow Religious Education Awards
The annual Mass and ceremony will be led by Archbishop Nelson Pérez on Jan. 11 at the cathedral. He will recognize significant milestones of service by religious educators in the PREP programs of archdiocesan parishes.
Holy Hours of Prayer Mark January Campaign for Priestly Vocations in Region
Parishes are invited this week to host eucharistic adoration to pray not only for more priests, but also to support current priests. A “Come and See” weekend will show some young men the daily lives of seminarians at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.
Capstone Months of Eucharistic Revival Aim to ‘Light a Fire’ of Faith
The year of mission, culminating in June, closes the three-year effort to share the love of Christ truly present in the Eucharist. Parish, archdiocesan and national efforts will seek to evangelize on a personal level.
City Archdiocesan High Schools to Utilize Flexible Instruction Day, Parochial Elementary Schools to Close Jan. 6
Archdiocesan high schools and elementary school buildings in Philadelphia will be closed Jan. 6 due to projected inclement weather in the region.