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Summer Camps to Take Place at Martin Saints Classical High School
Martin Saints Classical High School will present two engaging camps this summer - Joyful Filmmaking Camp: Catholic Storytelling and Catholic Writing Camp.
Sister Maureen Elizabeth Sell, IHM, dies at 95
Sister Maureen Elizabeth Sell died in Camilla Hall on June 17, 2026, having served 74 years as a Sister, Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Formed by Home and Parish, New Priests Now Sharing Faith With All
Three new priests ordained for Philadelphia describe how they learned the Catholic faith from their families. Now they are leading their parents and siblings, along with the faithful at their first parishes, into deeper devotion.
‘Praise on the Hill’ Draws Dozens of Faithful for Evening Prayer, Music
St. Francis de Sales Parish in Lenni, Delaware County offers the monthly evening of eucharistic adoration, praise music, the sacrament of penance, and benediction for parishioners and guests from near and far.
Family’s Three Generations Weave Legacy of Faith at Bishop Shanahan H.S.
The archdiocesan high school, now located in Downingtown, Chester County, counts among its many graduates the Lamb family, including a father, his three children and their grandparents, sweethearts in the Class of 1964.
Religious Freedom Week Brings Focus on Faith in Public Square, Human Dignity
The ninth year of the U.S. Bishops’ summer campaign of prayer and action is under way, uniting American Catholics with the intercession of two English martyrs.
Father Eric Banecker Discusses New Role as Moderator of the Curia, Missionary Discipleship in Q&A
The newly appointed Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia reflects on his new role, missionary discipleship, signs of hope in the Church of Philadelphia, and his favorite Philadelphia sports team.
Archbishop Announces Latest Clerical Changes Effective July 1
See the new assignments for five permanent deacons, plus changes for 10 priests of the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
Luminiscence Brings Immersive Light and Sound Experience to Cathedral Basilica
The Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Center City Philadelphia is now the backdrop for a immersive light and sound experience designed to transform one of the city’s most recognizable sacred spaces.
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Class of 2026 Earns Record $695 Million in Scholarships
Graduating seniors from Archdiocesan high schools secured a record $695,442,175 in college scholarships, with hundreds also committing to compete in collegiate athletics next year.