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Sister Margaret “Peg” Garvin, SSJ, dies at 76
Sister Margaret "Peg" Garvin SSJ, (formerly Sister Ann Dorothea), age 76, died on January 20, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Mass to Celebrate World Day of Consecrated Life Set for Feb. 2
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s annual Mass to celebrate the World Day of Consecrated Life will take place at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
St. Peter Parish to Host National Centre for Padre Pio Jan. 31
The Chester County parish will host the National Centre for Padre Pio for a day of events including Mass, presentations, confession, movies, and more.
Archbishop Carroll Names Alumnus as Head Football Coach
Steve Honick, class of 2017, returns to lead the football program of his alma mater after stints at Ursinus College, West Chester University and Temple University.
Made in Kensington: Five Smith Siblings Reflect on Lives of Faith, Love
The brothers and sisters were raised in a home infused with prayer and Catholic education, which formed their service in religious life, Catholic schools and loving families.
Faith Formation to Focus on Gifts, History of Black Catholics
Beginning Feb. 3, a 10-course program named for Black Catholic Sister Bea Jeffries, SBS, will explore how Black Catholics know, worship and walk with God in their daily lives.
Sister Mary Dacey, SSJ, dies at 77
Sister Mary Dacey SSJ, (formerly S. Michael Francine,) age 77, died on January 16, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister James Agnes Campbell, SSJ, dies at 88
Sister James Agnes Campbell SSJ, age 88, died on January 16, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Anne Elizabeth McCambley, SSJ, dies at 87
Sister Anne Elizabeth McCambley SSJ, (formerly Sister Clare Agnes SSJ) age 87, died on January 12, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Clergy Assignments Announced for Four Priests
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez announced changes for four priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia this week.