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A North Legend Leaves Us
A faithful North “Falcon” until he died, Fr. Kilty was the chaplain of the Northeast Catholic Alumni Association for 25 years.
IHM Sisters Install New Leadership Team
The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary held its election of congregational leaders June 30 – July 1 at the order’s Villa Maria House of Studies in Malvern.
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal to Hold Mass Celebrating the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul
St. Vincent de Paul, the founder of the Vincentians, dedicated his life to helping those in need.
Mass Celebrates Both City’s First Black Priest and “Apostle of the Slaves”
On the Feast of St. Peter Claver over 200 people gathered at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul for a Mass honoring Fr. Rayford E. Emmons, the first African American ordained Catholic priest in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Kelly Ann Urban Appointed Special Education Supervisor for Archdiocesan High Schools
The appointment became effective Thursday, September 14.
Reverend Timothy Tarnacki, O.S.P.P.E. Appointed Director of the Office for Ministry with Young Adults
The Office for Ministry with Young Adults was established by Archbishop Pérez in July 2020 to engage and accompany young adults as missionary disciples of Jesus Christ.
Governor Shapiro to End Funding for Pregnancy Support Services Provided by Catholic Social Services
Catholic Social Services, the largest recipient of funding from Real Alternatives in Pennsylvania, provided assistance to more than 4,000 women last year.
Helping and Encouraging Mothers at “Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower”
At least 500 mothers and their families attended the outdoor event on September 9 at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center in Center City.
Sisters of Christian Charity Begin 175th Anniversary
The Sisters of Christian Charity, Mendham, NJ, began the commemoration of the 175th year of its founding.
Office of Catholic Education Names Steven Clement as Chief Administrator Officer for Secondary Schools
The appointment became effective Tuesday, September 12.