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Sister Jane Day, SSJ, dies at 96
Sister Jane Day, SSJ, (formerly Sister Assisium), age 96, died December 8, 2024, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Dominica LoBianco, OSF, dies at 80
Sister Dominica LoBianco, OSF, (formerly Sister Ignatius Mary), 80, died in Nazareth Hospital on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Neumann U. to Honor Producer of ‘Cabrini’ Film
J. Eustace Wolfington will receive an honorary doctoral degree during the Delaware County university’s winter graduation ceremony Dec. 18. After a successful career in car leasing, he began to produce films with a moral message.
Local Catholic Mom, Businesswoman Wins Philadelphia Marathon
Katie Florio, parishioner of the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, capped a lifelong love of running with the victory last month. She describes balancing her young family, work, and faith with discipline and love of community.
Twin Brothers from Pottstown School Among 52 Neumann Scholars for 2025
Atticus and Joaquin Luna of St. Aloysius School received the prestigious award from the Connelly Foundation – as did their older brother and sister – and a full four-year scholarship to an Archdiocesan high school.
Drive-through Living Nativity Set for Dec. 21
Experience the Miracle of Christmas at Nativity of Our Lord Parish’s annual drive-through living Nativity on the parish grounds.
Adventurous Evangelism, Humble Service Mark Priest’s 100 years
Father James Kelly, who will celebrate his 75th year as a priest of the Philadelphia Archdiocese in June, recalls his friendship with St. Teresa of Kolkata, his numerous travels, and his commitment to priestly service.
St. Anne Church Choir and Liberti Church Musicians Present Christmas Carol Sing Dec. 15
Join the North Philadelphia parish for a joy-filled service of song and scripture.
St. Paul Parish, Philadelphia to Hold Christmas Concert Dec. 13
The South Philadelphia parish concert will consist of holiday favorites and some classical music.
Two Catholic Peacemakers Recognized by Philadelphia Mayor at City Hall
Kathia Arango, director of the archdiocesan Office for Hispanic Catholics, and Father Joseph Okonski, pastor of St. Athanasius Parish in West Oak Lane, received awards last month by Mayor Cherelle Parker for promoting peace, unity and equity.