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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.
March for Life 2025 Inspires Local Faithful to Expand Actions for Life
Events starting Jan. 24 in Washington, D.C. will culminate with a march that shows tens of thousands of people’s commitment to build a culture of life – especially when they return to their local communities.
El Camino Cafe Serves Relaxed Way for Young Adults to Explore Faith
The café, hosted in Northeast Philadelphia beginning Jan. 18 at Holy Innocents Parish, can invite guests “to make new friends in a very faith-friendly space” over a cup of coffee.
Reverend Christopher Redcay Appointed Next Rector of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
Father Redcay will succeed Bishop Keith Chylinski, who has served as Rector since 2022 and was appointed an Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia in Dec. 2023.
Nationwide Prayer Vigil for Life to Take Place Jan. 23-24
The USCCB urges the faithful to observe the nationwide prayer vigil and pray for an end to abortion and a greater respect for all human life in post-Roe America.
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Lecture on History of Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic Church Jan. 19
Holy Redeemer Church in Philadelphia has the distinction of being the first Catholic church in the Western hemisphere built for Chinese people. Learn more at the ACHS Lecture on Jan. 19 at the Society House.
Reverend Salvatore J. Pronesti
Reverend Salvatore J. Pronesti, Pastor Emeritus, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Bridgeport, died on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
Archbishop’s Invitation to Help Shape a Revitalized Church of Philadelphia Sees Strong Initial Response
The website TrustAndHope.org, which contains Archbishop Perez’s new pastoral letter, received more than 10,000 views in its first week. More than 1,000 people had already signed up for one of 51 consultative sessions to be held in the spring.