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For 41 Years, Catholic Charities’ Fran Swiacki Has Seen ‘God’s Face’
The Port Richmond native prepares for retirement after a long career serving at-risk adolescents and individuals with disabilities. The work has reinforced the values instilled by his parents and strengthened his Catholic faith.
‘Like an Easter Vigil:’ 13 Schoolmates Baptized Together in January Mass
The all-school liturgy for Pope John Paul II Regional Elementary School in West Brandywine was celebrated by St. Peter Parish’s Father Michael Olivere Jan. 9. Said a first grader: “Father, thank you for making me baptized.”
March Trainings to Equip Parishes for Disability-Inclusive Ministry
The Office for Persons with Disabilities will host free two‑day trainings in English and Spanish to equip parish leaders and volunteers with tools for welcoming parishioners of all abilities.
St. Patrick Parish, Philadelphia, Announces Lenten Eucharistic Series and Devotions
Guest preachers will lead reflections on the Eucharist throughout Lent, culminating in the parish’s annual Forty Hours Devotions.
Cana Date Night Mass and Dinner Returns Feb. 14 in Kimberton
Couples are invited to Saint Basil Parish in Kimberton, in partnership with Saint Ann Parish’s Cana Date Night Ministry, for a Valentine’s Day Vigil Mass with a nuptial blessing, followed by a catered dinner and fellowship.
Archbishop Pérez to Lead Local Holy Hour for Peace Feb. 24
In solidarity with dioceses across the country, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will gather Feb. 24 for a Holy Hour for Peace led by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez.
Lenten Formation Series Explores Racial Healing and Embodied Prayer
Both series, hosted by the Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing and supported by the St. Martin de Porres Foundation, invite participants into prayer, dialogue, and practices that foster healing and solidarity.
Virtual Lecture Series Explores a Millennium of Augustinian Tradition
The Feb. 11 session, “Community as Known to St. Augustine,” begins a four‑part online exploration of the Order’s development from late antiquity through the Middle Ages.
National Marriage Week Toasts ‘Missionary Adventure’ of Matrimony
The Catholic Church celebrates and calls married couples to recall the grace that sustains them during the week of Feb. 7-14. The head of the archdiocesan Office for Life and Family recommends couples show gratitude to God and make regular date nights.
Missionary Hub Director Aims to ‘Burst Open the Doors’ to Welcome People Back to Church
Michael Hadjak leads the Missionary Hub at St. Alphonsus Parish in Maple Glen, where he hopes evangelization by today’s active parishioners joyfully sharing their faith will attract those who are distant from their home in the Church.