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Sister Assunta Prunty dies at 95, ministered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for 22 years

Sister Assunta Prunty, OSF, 95, died in St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware, on Sunday, April 16, 2023. She had been a professed member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia for 69 years.

Local college students become full members of Catholic Church

The Newman Centers at Temple University, Drexel University, and University of Pennsylvania welcomed about 30 students into the Church this Easter.

Life Sharing spreads a family’s loving care to kids most in need

Catholic Social Services’ Life Sharing Through Family Living program has been placing adults with intellectual disabilities with host families for many years. For the first time, host families are supporting children with complex medical needs as well.

Deacon John Kreczkevich dies, served for over 25 years at Saint Barnabas Parish in Philadelphia

Retired Deacon John Kreczkevich, died on Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

Parish music director takes ‘leap of faith’ with rare 99-year-old concert grand piano

The purchase of a rare piano has given a major boost to the sacred liturgy at Bryn Mawr’s St. John Neumann Parish.

Wedding Anniversary Mass set for May 6 at the Cathedral, Archbishop Pérez to Celebrate

Newlywed couples, as well as those who have been married for 5, 10, 25 or 50 years are encouraged to attend this special celebration of married life.

Mass For Those Suffering With Addictions To Be Held May 6 at Cathedral

All are invited to a Mass in support of those suffering from addiction on Saturday, May 6 at 12:05 p.m. in the Cathedral Chapel.

Office for Life and Family, Marriages of Grace to host Marriage Enrichment Day

The archdiocesan Office for Life and Family in conjunction with Marriages of Grace will hold a Marriage Enrichment Day on Saturday, April 22.

Catholic Foundation Renews Sponsorship to Live Stream Mass from Cathedral

For the second consecutive year, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia has signed on as the official sponsor of the live streaming broadcast of the Sunday Mass celebrated at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Saint Elizabeth Parish, Chester Springs, to host 2023 Stewardship Day of Service

Saint Elizabeth Parish in Upper Uwchlan Township is hosting a parish-wide Stewardship Day of Service on Saturday, April 22.  This year, the parish is also offering a weekday service option for parishioners to serve in the community.