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Parishioners, police reclaim city streets for peace

Dozens of faithful from St. Ambrose in Philadelphia joined law enforcement in an Oct. 9 prayer procession through Olney as a "beacon of hope" that was part of a national initiative.

Montco parish café fills coffee cups, and hearts

With relaxed breakfasts after Sunday Mass, the Fellowship Café at Sacred Heart Parish in Royersford has a recipe for building community that works "on both sides of the counter."

African Mass celebrates ‘many cultures, many languages, one faith,’ says archbishop

Some 300 faithful representing dozens of African nations gathered for an Oct. 10 liturgy that revealed "something beautiful about the Catholic Church," said celebrant Archbishop Nelson Pérez.

Broad Street glows as police, priest brighten the night for sick kids

The fourth annual "Good Night Lights" display at Shriners Hospital in Philadelphia, organized by Oblate Father Steven Wetzel, brought joy to kids and cops alike.

‘Brotherhood’ of La Salle HS welcomes Archbishop Perez

The largest Catholic high school in the Philadelphia region hosted the archbishop for a visit this week in which he saw their many gifts, including close community.

‘Life chains’ link advocates in prayer, silent witness to end abortion

More than 230 local participants joined thousands across the country Oct. 2 in defending the rights of the unborn, with area vigils taking place at 15 locations.

Parishes welcome fall, and each other, at Oktoberfests

Throughout the archdiocese, thousands "hungry to reconnect" after COVID celebrated autumn with the simple joys of food, family fun and crisp brews.

Ministry receives generous grants for homelessness outreach

St. John's Hospice will renovate its vital kitchen, dining and coffeehouse spaces, thanks to support from the Connelly Foundation and the William Penn Foundation.

Local faithful send messages of thanks to priests

Now in its second year, the "Thank You, Father" campaign gives parishioners a chance to share how clergy have helped them, from COVID to the confessional and even to the kitchen.

Parishes bless four-footers to mark feast of St. Francis of Assisi

Dozens of dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles and even a few rats received a sprinkle of holy water, as their owners shared faith and fellowship.