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St. Joe’s Prep skates to Flyers Cup hockey championship
Despite taking a commanding 3-0 lead, the Hawks fought off a late charge by perennial hockey power Holy Ghost Prep and came away with a 4-2 title victory in the annual tournament.
Corpus Christi Parish will present annual Passion play on Good Friday
The reenactment, featuring volunteers from the parish and the local community, will be followed by a solemn service and holy Communion.
Young adults needed to serve homeless on Good Friday
The archdiocesan outreach Anthem will provide lunch to residents and clients of St. John's Hospice Shelter for Men on March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Passion of the Christ Screening with Catholic Center for Young Adults
Come pray with us through a screening of the Passion of the Christ, in the 2nd Floor Rec Room of the CCYA Immacuate Heart Men's House.
Knights give more than $1 million to Iraqi, Syrian Christians for Easter
The support includes $800,000 in new financial assistance and $250,000 to help rebuild an Iraqi Christian town. The funds will help with food, clothing, shelter and education for Christians targeted by Islamic State militants.
Chinese bishop detained briefly during Holy Week
Bishop Vincent Guo Xijin is the bishop of the underground church of Mindong Diocese. He was approved by the Vatican but not recognized by the Chinese government.
Prelate cautions Poles, Hungarians on nationalism, xenophobia
A Polish archbishop warned the leaders of Poland and Hungary, traditionally Catholic countries, about their authoritarian direction. He said the two peoples should stand together to defend Christian values and face national challenges.
Young Ohio boy’s wish to meet Pope Francis comes true
While many people hope to catch a glimpse of Pope Francis and greet him, 12-year-old Peter Lombardi got something even better than he imagined: a ride in the popemobile around St. Peter's Square.
Under investigation, pastor of Northeast Philly parish placed on leave
No charges have been filed against Father Armand Garcia, pastor of St. Martin of Tours Parish, and he has been removed while Philadelphia police investigate alleged misconduct by him with minors.
Cathedral Basilica set to host sacred liturgies of Holy Week
Archbishop Charles Chaput will lead several rites in the holiest days for Christians -- the sacred triduum -- leading up to the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter. See the full schedule and a link to all archdiocesan parishes.