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Late Erie, Pa., bishop gave ‘a full life of service’ to church
Bishop Donald W. Trautman was laid to rest March 7. After leading the Erie Diocese from 1990 to 2012, he was implicated in the Pa. grand jury report on clergy sexual abuse. Though he always wanted to be "a humble country parish priest, I never was."
Prelates arrive in Ukraine, Hungary on mission of hope
A Polish cardinal and a Canadian cardinal were on a mission from Pope Francis to meet with refugees fleeing the war zone in Ukraine, and offering them and aid workers encouragement. The papal almoner was preparing to travel to Kyiv.
Pope removes Puerto Rican bishop from office
Bishop Daniel Fernández Torres was "relieved" of his responsibilities, saying he was asked to resign but refused. He has supported people who objected to the COVID-19 vaccine, out of step with the other bishops of Puerto Rico.
‘From Womb to Tomb’ topic of two-part series
The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for Freedom, Family, and Faith will present the virtual series on two Wednesday evenings, March 9 and 16 starting at 8 p.m. and streaming on Facebook.
Parish hosts forum to shed light on ‘transgender phenomenon’
Mary Rice Hasson and other experts will speak at a free March 12 seminar at St. Peter Parish in West Brandywine, helping parents speak to kids "in the language of love" about Catholic teaching on human sexuality.
Face mask requirement ending at archdiocesan schools in Phila.
The decision, effective March 9, comes as the city expands its "All Clear" COVID response levels.
Creation care teams getting hands dirty, energizing local parishes
Several parishes in the Philadelphia Archdiocese have launched environmental ministries in conjunction with EcoPhilly, which links the parishioners to one another's initiatives and informative resources all can share.
Helping troubled youth is sure reward for Catholic social worker
Margaret Andrews, who heads an agency of Catholic Social Services for neglected boys and girls, reflects on her career during National Social Worker Month. She's living out her desire to "make a difference in someone’s life."
St. Thomas Parish, Croydon sets milestone celebration
The Bucks County parish marks its centenary this year and the 65th anniversary of the dedication of the church on Sunday, May 1 as Archbishop Nelson Perez celebrates Mass, followed by a gala reception.
Faithful unite in five-hour prayer vigil for Ukraine
Archbishop Borys Gudziak and Archbishop Nelson Pérez presided at an evening of liturgy, intercession and reflection for peace in the nation, which has won "a moral victory" even as Russia has invaded.