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Beloved police chaplain ‘lived Jesus’ for thousands, say mourners
Hundreds of police, clergy, family and friends gathered May 6 to celebrate the life and work of Oblate Father Steven Wetzel, head of the Philadelphia-based Michael the Archangel Ministry, who died April 27.
Retired priests collect $10K for Ukraine war victims
Residents of Villa St. Joseph in Darby said they're praying for and supporting the most vulnerable amid a brutal Russian invasion that has killed thousands and displaced almost 13 million.
St. Katharine’s in Wayne installs new church organ
The complex installation of a custom organ weighing more than a ton with 2,200 pipes took months to complete. But parishioners began the Easter season singing with the grand instrument, and will continue to do so for generations.
Memorial walkway keeps adults with intellectual disabilities ‘forever in our hearts’
A newly dedicated garden path at the archdiocesan Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence celebrates those who remain part of a "global family" inspired by a pioneering Italian saint.
Sacred Heart’s PREP students get hands dirty in learning projects
At the South Philadelphia church, students planted a new garden, installed a community food pantry and planned an intercultural food exchange with neighbors, all part of their studies of Catholic social teaching and care for creation.
Concert seeks to heal racism through ‘singing as one’ for God’s glory
Hundreds of musicians from various cultures will gather for a free May 15 performance at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, "modeling a new beginning" in race relations, said organizers.
STREAM Expo showcases ‘everything we learn,’ including faith
At an April 26-28 fair, kids from more than 50 archdiocesan schools displayed projects that tackled real-world problems with science skills, creativity and a commitment to Christ.
NE Phila. parishioners celebrate 100 years of ‘giving their hearts’ to community
For the past century, members of St. Katherine of Siena Parish have been "making the church present in their little part of the world," said Archbishop Nelson Pérez during an April 24 anniversary Mass.
Speaking out, seeking dialogue key to countering antisemitism, says local scholar
Holocaust Remembrance Day is a time to examine Christian attitudes towards Jews, while pursuing "opportunities to be enriched by the spiritual treasures" of Judaism, said Philip Cunningham of Saint Joseph's University.
Pinwheel garden blooms with hope in preventing child abuse
Students at Our Lady of Mercy Regional Catholic School in Maple Glen created a display of blue pinwheels to mark National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and to celebrate "a positive circle of love and support."