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Indifference towards migrants, refugees shows ‘Jesus continues to be crucified,’ says bishop
With millions displaced by violence, natural disasters and other hardships, faithful must "see the Lazarus under their own table," said Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Edward Deliman during a Sept. 20 Mass for migrants and refugees.
Pro-life movement ‘very energized’ as abortion battle accelerates, say advocates
Despite calls to make abortion a constitutional right, local experts are optimistic about efforts to protect the unborn, with younger generations increasingly active in defending life.
Festival brings Padre Pio to the people, and the people to God
The sixth annual Padre Pio Festival at St. Bede the Venerable Parish in Holland drew hundreds of all ages for two days of Mass, confessions, eucharistic adoration, family fun and "many, many blessings."
AbbeyFest draws hundreds for music, fun and ‘hearts open to Jesus’
Headline acts, a Hollywood actor, a "rock star" archbishop and family-friendly activities made for a "cool Catholic" gathering at Daylesford Abbey Sept. 19 -- but the spirit of celebrating God remains the same, said organizers.
Four archdiocesan schools take home the Blue Ribbon
A total of 41 parish and regional Catholic elementary schools in the five-county archdiocesan area have now attained the national award since the U.S. Department of Education launched the program in 1982.
Delco parish school becomes senior housing, and it’s ‘love at first sight’
Two "gorgeous" and historic structures of the former St. Joseph Parish School in Collingdale are on track to become home for 50 area seniors, thanks to the hard work and patience of many partners with the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
St. Matthew parishioners ‘Come and See’ more about the Eucharist
Ed Garbacz, a member of the Conshohocken parish, continued a series of faith formation talks last week examining the parts of the Mass, focusing on the Liturgy of the Eucharist and how parishioners can share their faith in the Real Presence with others.
Recovery walk sends ‘positive message’ addiction can be overcome
Dozens of staff, clients and supporters of two archdiocesan ministries showed they're willing to "march through the mess" with those seeking freedom from substance abuse.
Food drive tackles local hunger with lunchtime favorite
Through Oct. 27, archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services is teaming up with Catholic schools and PREP students to collect more than 46,000 pounds of peanut butter and jelly for food-insecure households.
Watch AbbeyFest via livestream
View the 4 p.m. Mass celebrated by Archbishop Nelson Perez, plus more, live from Daylesford Abbey in Paoli as the day-long festival of music, faith and family draws to its ending crescendo.