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Vatican confirms pope will visit Indigenous in Canada in late July
Canadian bishops said the pope's presence will mark "a significant step on the road to truth, understanding and healing" as the Catholic Church reckons with the legacy of its residential schools, which forcibly assimilated Indigenous children.
Place hope in God, Phila. priests hear at gathering
A priest's identity lies in trusting in God’s promises "and relying not on our own strength" to move from crisis to joy, "even under trial," said the speaker at a convocation of archdiocesan priests this week.
Revival set for May 16-18 at St. Cyprian Church
The West Philadelphia parish will host Redemptorist Father Maurice J. Nutt leading the three-day revival titled, "Holy Spirit -- Resurrect a Greatness in Us!"
Catholic Leadership Speakers examine youth ministry
The May 18 virtual event sponsored by the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia presents Marisally Santiago and Matt Davis, ministry leaders in the Philadelphia Archdiocese, on engaging young people in the church.
Bishop Edward Deliman retires, will continue ministry
The resignation of the auxiliary bishop of Philadelphia known for his work with Hispanic Catholics was accepted May 13 at the required age of 75 by Pope Francis.
Chinese cardinal back at home; detentions provoke outcry
Cardinal Joseph Zen, retired bishop of Hong Kong, reassured Catholics he is fine after being detained and held by national security police for his support of anti-government protesters.
Sister Francis Paul Torre dies at 95
Sister Francis Paul ministered in three dioceses including the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Gwynedd Mercy U to build health care center
The Frances M. Maguire Healthcare Innovation Campus, a $10 million project featuring a new 65,000 foot facility, is a major project of the university and one of its several recent developments.
Declining birthrates impoverish future, pope says
The steady decline of birthrates across Europe and the West are signs of a new form of poverty that deprives humanity of a future, Pope Francis said, saddened by people "who are content with little and stop hoping for something great."
Minnesota Catholics view church’s role in Indian boarding schools
Among Native Americans, including Catholics, seeking information in order to understand the history of the boarding school era and its abuses is seen as the first step toward healing and justice.