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Pope’s visit to Greece comes at time of fear, uncertainty for refugees
The northern border with Macedonia closed in February, and the European Union and Turkey signed an agreement to forcibly return to Turkey those not applying for asylum in Greece.
Aid official tells of stories from Syria, urges label of ‘genocide’
John Pontifex said the criteria for genocide under the U.N. Convention on Genocide had been met in Syria and Iraq and that "an appalling and despicable crime" was unfolding against Christians and other faith groups.
Delco’s other national champs: Neumann makes it two straight titles
Neumann University in Aston won the NCAA Division I roller hockey championship days after Villanova celebrated its title in basketball. The Knights are 69-2 over the past two seasons, beating powerhouse universities.
Students of 40 Catholic schools display, perform artistic talents
The creative arts are flowering this April as Catholic grade schools in the Philadelphia Archdiocese participate in four “Showcases of Excellence” events at four archdiocesan high schools this week and next.
St. Anselm School gets set for racing fundraiser
Proceeds from the Race for Education, the northeast Philadelphia Catholic school's biggest annual fund drive, will be used to purchase items for the school’s play yard and other educational needs.
Open house invites families of preschool children
Preschool teachers and staff of Queen of Angels Regional Catholic School, Willow Grove, will explain its programs for PreK3 and PreK4 kids on Wednesday, April 20.
Monthly music fest moves the young, and others, to deeper prayer
A thunderous noise emanates from St. Norbert Parish, Paoli, the first Friday of each month as the Festival of Praise draws Catholic teens and a range of older folks for rousing contemporary music and worship.
Pope names French bishop as new nuncio to the United States
Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Christophe Pierre, papal nuncio to Mexico since 2007 and a Vatican diplomat for more than 20 years, as the pope's personal representative in America.
Papal Foundation makes generous donation to pope’s efforts
More than $15 million was distributed by the foundation in 2015, Vatican Radio said. The funds aided "housing, hospitals, educational institutions, and pro-life programs around the world."
Little Sisters earn praise for ‘courageous witness’ in mandate fight
A standing ovation at Notre Dame U greeted the Little Sisters of the Poor, whose lawsuit opposes the federal mandate that requires religious employers to offer employee health insurance that covers contraceptives.