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Villanova, Notre Dame to Open 2026–27 Basketball Seasons with Rome Doubleheader
The Catholic universities will face off Nov. 1 in men’s and women’s basketball games in Italy, part of a broader program of Mass, academic events and cultural activities reflecting their shared Catholic identity.
Villanova Students Help Launch Pope Leo Village in North Philadelphia
Villanova University students joined Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia on April 18 to kick off Pope Leo Village, a multiyear affordable housing initiative focused on building and rehabilitating homes in North Philadelphia.
Legacy Conference to Explore Catholic Estate Planning and Stewardship
The free conference on May 21 at Malvern Retreat House will bring together clergy, experts, and families to discuss Catholic estate planning and building a faith-based legacy.
St. John Fisher Parish, Boothwyn, to Host Annual Afternoon Tea
St. John Fisher Parish in Boothwyn will welcome guests for its Annual Afternoon Tea on May 3, featuring tea, sandwiches, and an afternoon of fellowship.
St. Joseph’s Prep Receives $74M Gift, Largest Known for U.S. Catholic High School
The donation from Nick and Lorie Howley and the Howley Foundation will fund upgrades at the school's North Philadelphia campus and expand scholarships for the 175-year-old private Catholic high school.
Retreat Aims to Heal Young Adults’ Trauma from Parents’ Divorce
The Restored retreat May 1-3 at Malvern Retreat House explores the effect of broken family relationships and God-centered healing, plus an openness to healthy marriage and family life.
Sister Alma Rose Schlosser, SSJ, dies at 83
Sister Alma Rose Schlosser SSJ, (formerly S. Francis William,) age 83, died on April 23, 2026, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Malvern Retreat House to Honor Local Catholics Who Embody the Faith
A 58-year member of the Men of Malvern, William J. McCormick Jr., will receive a medal posthumously from the venerable retreat center, along with three other models of faithful service.
Sister Maryann Burgoyne, RSM, Devoted Healthcare Ministry Leader, dies at 90
Sister Maryann Burgoyne, age 90, a member of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, died peacefully on April 23, 2026, at Lankenau Hospital near Merion, PA.
Cardinal Foley Symposium to Explore AI, Media on May 20
Two professors and experts on artificial intelligence for the Vatican’s AI Research Group will discuss the topic at St. Charles Seminary, where Tracey Davidson will also receive the 2026 Cardinal Foley Award.