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Volunteers, parishioners feed hungry thousands in Bucks County
Mary's Cupboard, in partnership with Catholic Social Services in Levittown, relies on help from 10 local parishes and business-savvy volunteers to fight food insecurity. The need for food is rising in multi-family households.
Msgr. John Close, pastor with love for the elderly, dies at 74
The resident of Chester who would go on to become principal of the Catholic high school there, was ordained in 1969. He is recalled for his strong administrative skills, prayer life and care for elderly parishioners.
Sisters minister to intellectually disabled people, offer catechesis
A Special Adult Religious Formation Program, better known as SPAR, helps those with intellectual disabilities recognize the presence of God in their daily lives and prepare for the sacraments.
Scandinavian bishops stress need for support
The strained relationship between church and state in Scandinavia was a leading issue at the forefront of the recent Nordic Bishops' Conference general assembly in Turku, Finland.
When the devil strikes, exorcists are ready for battle
A trained, experienced exorcist can accurately discern whether a problem is linked to demonic action and when it is the more likely case of a person just experiencing life's inevitable difficulties or mental or emotional problems.
Mass for St. Katharine Drexel held not at shrine, but cathedral
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul was the site of the saint's funeral Mass, and her feast day Mass last Saturday, March 3. It will also be the site of her eventual reinterment from the Bensalem shrine in her name.
In coastal Kenya, nuns fight profitable trade of trafficking children
Though Thailand is the most well-known sex tourism hub, Kenya's coast is rapidly becoming a popular destination for people looking for underage prostitutes.
Knights of Columbus Designer Bag Bingo
The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Designer Bag Bingo at St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church to help support single mothers in the community.
Rediscover the essence of marriage at Cathedral conference
Cardinal Raymond Burke is among several speakers at the April 21 event, which will include Mass, eucharistic adoration and a May procession.
Roman Catholic High School Football Fundraiser
Coach Murphy of the Roman Catholic High School Football Team will be hosting a fundraiser. All proceeds raised goes right to the football program. Come and help the program stay alive.