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Pope prays for young people, their diligence and courage

As he often does with a group made up of people of different faiths or no faith, Pope Francis gave young people in Palermo a special blessing, but not a ritual one.

Pope, in Sicily, honors priest martyred by Mafia

Pope Francis insisted that true happiness and a real change in Sicilian society will come only when people love and care for one another rather than trying to grab as much money and power as they can.

Vatican publishes list of synod participants, including papal nominees

To the list of members of the Synod of Bishops elected by national bishops' conferences, Pope Francis added cardinals from 14 countries, bishops from another 10 nations, as well as 10 priests who be full voting members of the gathering.

Addicts and their loved ones talk about life with opioid addiction

On Sept. 29 the Arlington Diocese will host its first conference on the issue -- "Seeking Hope & Healing in the Midst of the Opioid Crisis" -- to look at how it is impacting families and how the church can address this crisis.

Little Rock Diocese makes list of credible abuse allegations public

The list contains the name of one former priest who was previously identified and 11 former priests who were identified for the first time.

Signers of letter hope Vatican meeting will bring needed steps on crisis

The letter, a "personal initiative of the individual Catholic women" who have signed it, had 45,343 signatures as of late afternoon Sept. 14.

Rollback of environmental regulations spur Catholic advocates to action

The rollbacks are focused on helping industry boost profits at the expense of human health and safety and the environment.

St Martin of Tours Class of 1963 Reunion

Contact Joe D. at 215/245-6334 or Denise K (215/439-0336 for more info and to reserve

St. Vincent de Paul Feast Day Mass

Help us celebrate St. Vincent's Feast Day at our Miraculous Medal Shrine on Thursday, September 27th.

Young Adults…in Mary’s Arms Praise and Worship Event at the Miraculous Medal Shrine

Join us on Friday, October 5, 2018 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm for a special Praise and Worship event for our Young Adults and local community.