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Faith-based panel’s chair: A third of its recommendations implemented

The 72-page report contained more than two dozen recommendations to address race, justice and poverty; to increase economic opportunity; and to strengthen government approaches and programs for addressing poverty and inequality.

Extension’s ‘digital pilgrimage’ to take viewers to Rome for consistory

"Share in photos, videos, interviews and stories from the consistory, various sites around Rome and the closing of the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica to mark the conclusion of the Jubilee Year of Mercy."

Surrender to God: Reflections of Father Walter Ciszek

Learn about a Franciscan sister's recollections of Father Ciszek and his cause for canonization, coming to St. Philip Neri Parish in East Greenvile.

Holy Cross Regional School inducts student council members

The regional Catholic school in Collegeville, Montgomery County, held elections for officers and class representatives, followed by a prayer service and induction ceremony.

Heroin & Opiate Addiction Panel Discussion

Learn the details and how to register for this event at St. Philip Neri in East Greenville, PA.

Mater Dei Catholic School hosts veterans for prayers, lunch

The regional Catholic school in Lansdale welcomed all U.S. service veterans to a Veterans Day prayer service Nov. 11, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony and a “Hoagies for Heroes” lunch.

Catholics’ postelection question: Work for unity or be a sign of division?

The vitriol stirred up during the election campaign remains. Catholic leaders have been urging unity for the nation even as the church's own members split their vote -- 45 percent for Clinton and 52 percent for President-elect Trump.

Pope makes emotional visit to former priests and their families

Near the end of the Year of Mercy, Pope Francis visited seven families formed by men who left the priesthood to marry, who "made a choice that often was not shared by their fellow priests and families," the Vatican said in a statement.

All-Catholic football teams announced

The top players on offense and defense for both the Red and Blue division teams of the Philadelphia Catholic League, as selected by its coaches, have been named for the 2016 season.

4th Annual Marian Day for Families

Living Bridges is hosting the 4th Annual Marian Day for Families on Sunday, November 27th from 12:30-6:30 p.m.