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Cardinal Tagle questions acts of ‘kings’ who use violence to intimidate
In his homily during early morning Mass for the blessing of palms March 25 in Manila, the prelate poured scorn on leaders "full of cockiness and devoid of humility."
Congo cardinal invites young people to shape country’s future
Cardinal Laurent Monsengwo called on young men in particular to resist being recruited by "failed" politicians to join militia groups, which in turn unleash terror on civilians by attacking villages, looting property and raping women.
Mary, Mother of the Church should be celebrated this year, cardinal says
The Congregation for Divine Worship and the Sacraments, headed by Cardinal Sarah, had announced in early March Pope Francis' decision to add the feast to the church's calendar as an "obligatory memorial."
In re-enacting Stations, young people inspire parishes, witness own faith
Servants of the Cross, a family apostolate, began in 1998 with nine youths, and now approximately 50 young people between ages 6 and 23 take part.
Reality of gun violence prompts Washington archdiocesan youth to march
UPDATED - For some students, the issue of gun violence is even more than a frightening possibility -- it is a reality that they have already seen up close.
As Passover nears, archbishop writes to Jewish community
Archbishop Charles Chaput pledged the "prayerful solidarity" of area Catholics with the local Jewish community ahead of Passover, observed this year from March 30 to April 7.
West Catholic’s girls come up just shy in state hoops final
In their first-ever PIAA Class 2A championship berth, the Lady Burrs mixed pride with heartbreak in losing only by three points, 45-42, despite shooting a chilly 18-56 from the field.
Mater Dei School hosts passion play
Seventh-grade students of the Catholic school in Lansdale will enact the passion, crucifixion and death of Jesus during two performances on Wednesday, March 27 at St. Stanislaus Church.
Mercy Career & Technical High School Open House
Mercy CTE High School will hold an open house on Wednesday, April 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Irish Music to Benefit Little Sister of the Poor at Villanova University
Come and support the Little Sisters of the Poor. Scythian and McLean Ave band will perform live for a great cause. Cost is $50 per person with valid ID.