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St. Augustine Church to Host Annual History Fair Oct. 11
The St. Augustine Heritage Foundation will present its History Fair on Oct. 11, offering exhibits, reenactments, tours, and family-friendly activities at the historic Philadelphia church.
From Soil to Soul, Parish Gardens Grow Community, Compassion
From Northeast Philadelphia to Chester and Montgomery counties, parishes of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are drawing parishioners and students to lend their hands toward growing food and friendship in their communities.
Archbishop Pérez Announces New Clergy Assignments
New assignments have been announced for several priests and permanent deacons, with appointments taking effect between August and October 2025.
St. Matthew’s Young Adults Pack Venue to Learn of Hope
The young members of the parish in Conshohocken, Montgomery County welcomed Archbishop Nelson Pérez and Bishop Joseph Espaillat to Theology on Tap Tuesday, Aug. 26.
Boot Up Philly Invites Local Catholics to Serve With Compassion
Now in its fifth year, the event puts the Gospel into action by clothing, feeding, and giving resources to 1,500 Philadelphians in need on Oct. 25 at the Cathedral, thanks to donations and volunteers.
FLAME Ignites Fellowship for Catholics in Their 40s and 50s
The local group was founded by Nancy Di Nenna, who in her 40s found that groups for Catholic young adult weren’t a good fit. With a “shared connection” rooted in prayer and support, membership is growing.
Sister Marie Carroll Isselmann, formerly Sister M. Edward Therese, IHM, dies at 84
Sister Marie Carroll Isselmann died in Chester County Hospital on August 19, 2025.
11th Annual AbbeyFest Set for Sept. 20
The annual festival draws thousands for a day of live music, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, Mass, and family-friendly activities.
Ministry 101 Course Equips Parish Ministers to Engage with Youth
The day-long interactive session is the first step in “The Track,” a formational program of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to help adults lead ministry with youth effectively.
New Website, Platforms, Bring Radio Ministry to New Listeners
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s La Voz de Dios radio show for Spanish-speaking listeners is now also a podcast on multiple leading platforms. A new website updates the look of the 25-year-old ministry.