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Moving to her own rhythm, gymnast defies limits of Down syndrome
Lani DeMello became a world gymnastics champion last year as she overcame difficulties through hard work and perseverance. She wasn't the only one to shed a tear while the National Anthem played as she received the gold medal.
Prayer life need a good doctor? St. Teresa will see you now
Corpus Christi Parish in Lansdale will offer a five-week course beginning Feb. 17 that focuses on the four stages of prayer based on the teaching of St. Teresa of Avila, a doctor of the church.
Mother-Daughter Tea focuses women on fertility
The educational Fertility Care Appreciation event on Feb. 6 features talks on human life, body changes, modesty and healthy relationships. A fashion show and guided discussions are also included.
Chester County pro-life march set for Jan. 17
The afternoon event begins with an ecumenical program at St. Agnes Church, West Chester, and ends with a silent march from the church to the Old Chester County Courthouse.
Retired pastor of 3 archdiocesan parishes dies at 90
Father George Boyle was ordained with a class of 30 in 1962, and afterward he taught at Bishop Kenrick High School for two decades. He also led three parishes, and was pastor emeritus of Sacred Heart in Havertown.
Retired pastor of Oreland parish dies at 86
Father David Doyne, pastor emeritus of Holy Martyrs Parish, is remembered for his ministry to the sick and bereaved families, and his musical and artistic talents.
El Paso Mass scrapped, but not papal Mass across border
Elizabeth O'Hara, a spokeswoman for the El Paso Diocese, said security concerns over the size of the anticipated crowd for a U.S.-based Mass taking place at the same time as the Juarez Mass prompted the change in plans.
Vocations Office hosting benefit fundraiser
A concert with Tony Melendez and a Mardi Gras-themed event at St. Charles Seminary Jan. 30 will support the Quo Vadis program, a summer camp that gathers young men for fun and discernment of a vocation.
Two bishops seek end to deportation raids
"We disagree with the underlying rationale behind this action: that sending children and families back to the dangerous environment they fled will serve as a deterrent for other children and families who are considering fleeing Central America."
Supreme Court rules Florida’s death penalty system unconstitutional
The U.S. Supreme Court Jan. 12 said the state of Florida's death penalty system is unconstitutional because it allows judges, rather than juries, to determine whether a convicted criminal should get a death sentence.