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Archdiocesan Schools in City to Close Tuesday Due to Snow, Will Utilize Flexible Instruction Day
Archdiocesan high schools and elementary school buildings in Philadelphia will be closed Jan. 16 due to snow in the region. Suburban Catholic schools normally follow the decision of their public district.
Denied Sacrament in China, 20 Catholic Couples Wed at Holy Redeemer Church
It was the happiest of New Year celebrations for these couples, many of whom were civilly married years ago in China when the sacraments of the Church were unavailable.
Power of Prayer, Celebration of Mass Helped SJ Prep Seize State Title
“Putting our faith first,” said Prep head coach Tim Roken, “has a huge impact on our mentality, achievements, and desire to keep engaged in what’s required of us during a season.”
Sister Anne Winkelmann SSJ dies at 82
Sister Anne Winkelmann SSJ, formerly Sister Michael Dorothy, age 82, died January 1, 2024, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Anna Marie Boyer SSJ dies at 91
Sister Anna Marie Boyer SSJ (Maria Josepha) age 91, died December 22, 2023, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Mary Ann Mulzet SSJ dies at 84
Sister Mary Ann Mulzet SSJ, (formerly Sister Rosathea) age 84, died December 19, 2023, at Chestnut Hill Hospital.
Bishop Fitzgerald Set to Receive Award During Mass of Thanksgiving
The retired auxiliary bishop will receive the Archdiocese’s highest catechetical award for his contributions to evangelization and catechesis.
MLK Day 2024: 5 Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. in the Archdiocese
On Jan. 15, communities across the Philadelphia region will join with others around the country to celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Here are five ways to honor Dr. King’s legacy.
Interfaith Prayer Service to Honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Set for Jan. 14
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will commemorate the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Annual Archdiocesan Interfaith Prayer Service at Saint Katharine Drexel Church on Jan. 14 at 2:30 p.m.
Join Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez at a Mass of Thanksgiving to Recognize Religious Educators Jan. 13
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving to recognize religious educators Jan. 13 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.