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Diego Correa, Catholic musician, composer and vocalist, dies at 51
Only weeks after culminating his long career in liturgical music by leading the Hispanic Papal Choir and serving as a vocal soloist during the papal Mass Sept. 27 in Philadelphia, the native of Puerto Rico died Oct. 23.
Researcher finds something deep, life-changing within nuns’ cloister
A relationship that began a decade ago as a long-term project has, over time, evolved into a project she described as both broader and more profound.
Cardinal, adviser to pope, sees rich, poor responsible to protect earth
"As the pope said, it is not only thinking that the rich have to go to the poor, but how can each one of us, every one of us, take their own co-responsibility because all of us are responsible (for) our common home," Cardinal Rodriguez said.
Archdiocese raises $256,000 in CRS Rice Bowl collection
Catholic Relief Services' president said the support of Catholics in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia for the annual Lenten program served as a “constant reminder of our connection with God’s family.”
Those who give their lives in service are not losers, pope says
Serving and giving oneself for others may make one "seem like a loser in the eyes of the world," but in reality that person is imitating Christ's love and service, which conquered death and gave life to the world, Pope Francis said.
St. Peter Parish plans Mass to honor military veterans
The Knights of Columbus, Boy Scouts and other ministries are hosting a program Nov. 8 at the Chester County parish to offer respect for Americans who put their lives on the line, past and present.
Oregon priest often at pope’s right hand as a master of ceremonies
As a boy, Msgr. John Cihak never thought he'd be a priest. As a priest, he never imagined he'd do anything other than serve in Oregon parishes. Now, as a papal master of ceremonies, he has learned that in following Jesus, one never knows exactly what might happen.
Pope to visit Africa Nov. 25-30; including Central African Republic
Despite continued instability and outbreaks of violence in the Central African Republic, the Vatican announced Pope Francis will spend about 33 hours in the country during a Nov. 25-30 visit to Africa.
Cardinal says in homily Pope Francis will visit Mexico in February
Cardinal Rivera revealed the date Pope Francis would arrive in Mexico Feb. 12 during a homily Nov. 1, but he offered no other information on itineraries or the length of the stay.
How to report child abuse in Pa.
Toll-free phone numbers for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia allow anyone to make a report of suspected abuse or misconduct.