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Archbishop Pérez Announces Permanent Deacon Assignments Effective Nov. 1
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez has announced four permanent deacon appointments, including new parish assignments in Pottstown, Bristol, and Morrisville.
Parish Life Director Credits God’s Hand in Recovery, Service to Church
Ken Johnston has served in Catholic ministry to people in recovery from addiction. Now he will lead St. Gabriel Parish in South Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood.
After Career in Business, Dave Winter Serves Hometown as Parish Life Director
The former investment manager and local shoe store owner now turns his skills, education, and experience to leading Holy Cross Parish in Springfield, Delaware County.
Sister M. Anne Brigid Gallagher, IHM, dies at 71
Sister M. Anne Brigid Gallagher, formerly known as Anne Colleen Gallagher, died on October 9, 2026, at Mary Immaculate Convent in South Philadelphia.
Sister Bernadette Mary Lyons, IHM, dies at 92
Sister Bernadette Mary Lyons died on October 18, 2026, at Camilla Hall.
Sister M. Helene Therese McGroarty, IHM, dies at 87
Sister M. Helene Therese McGroarty died on October 19, 2026, at Camilla Hall at the age of 87.
Luminiscence: Christmas Wonder to Open Nov. 19 at Cathedral Basilica
A Christmas-themed edition of the immersive Luminiscence experience featuring holiday music, video projections and live performances will open Nov. 19 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.
Nov. 4 Mass of Gratitude to Honor Catholic Charities Appeal Donors, Staff
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's Office of Stewardship and Development will host a Mass of Gratitude Nov. 4 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, with prayer intentions welcomed from attendees and supporters.
Little Flower HS Receives $80,000 Grant for Women’s Leadership Institute
Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls has received an $80,000 Connelly Foundation grant to develop a four-year leadership and service program for students.
A Journey of Faith, Family, and Service Leads to Catholic Charities
After a successful business career, profound personal loss, and conversion to the Catholic faith, Matthew Hancock found a new calling leading Catholic Charities of Philadelphia's services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.