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Pope calls on Europe’s parishes to take in refugees
Given the ongoing crisis of people fleeing from war and poverty, Pope Francis asked every parish and religious community in Europe to take in one family of refugees as a sign of God's mercy.
Divorced Catholics will face simpler, cheaper annulments
Pope Francis rewrote Canon Law to minister to people who feel alienated from the church and the complexity of the annulment process. The changes go into effect Dec. 8. The Philadelphia Archdiocese has responded to the news.
Archbishop Chaput leads immigration conference
A discussion hosted by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and led by a keynote talk by the archbishop, focused on the dignity of people immigrating to America.
Pro-life training seminar
The Respect Life Committee of St. Peter Parish, West Brandywine, will sponsor a Sidewalk Counseling Training Seminar on Sunday, Sept. 13.
St. Gianna focus of parish presentation
Nativity of Our Lord Parish in Warminster is hosting a presentation by Pierluigi Molla, son of St. Gianna Molla, on Friday, Sept. 25.
Catholic speed dating
Friday night, Sept. 25, may be the day when Catholics meet a new friend through an event run by organization from Denver.
Oktoberfest coming to Meadowbrook
All are invited to join the Sisters of the Holy Redeemer in celebrating their German heritage Oct. 3-4.
Annual pilgrimage honors the Mother of God
The Sisters of St. Basil the Great in Fox Chase Manor are hosting the 84th annual event Oct. 4. It features confessions, the liturgy and traditional Ukrainian food.
Mass for Lithuanian Catholics
The celebrant for the Mass on Sunday, Sept. 20 will be a visiting Lithuanian bishop.
Pope challenges bishops on youths’ exodus after confirmation
"Young people are leaving (the church) -- why are they making this decision?" Pope Francis asked Portuguese bishops. Today, "our proposal of Jesus is not convincing."