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La Diva Tenors to sing at seminary gala

St. Charles Borromeo Seminary will host its second annual gala fundraiser this fall with a concert and reception on Oct. 4 and 5.

Shrine celebrates Our Lady of Vailankanni

The Miraculous Medal Shrine in Germantown, Philadelphia, invites everyone to attend the celebration of Our Lady of Vailankanni -- Our Lady of Good Health -- on Saturday, Sept. 6.

Bishop Thomas reflects on his ministry, looks toward new home in Ohio

It’s not hyperbole to say it. Philadelphia’s loss is definitely Toledo’s gain. Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, an affable and dedicated auxiliary bishop for Philadelphia, prepares to lead the Diocese of Toledo starting Oct.22. He hit the ground running today in Toledo as he was introduced to his diocese.

Bishop’s favorite art work has a providential history

In Bishop Thomas' office is a large bronze bas relief of the crucifixion given to him by Cardinal Foley. The work had been passed down from bishops starting with Bishop Joseph Schrembs -- founding bishop of the Diocese of Toledo, Ohio.

Pope Francis appoints Bishop Thomas to head Diocese of Toledo, Ohio

Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Daniel E. Thomas has been named the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Toledo in Ohio. Bishop Thomas held a press conference this morning in Toledo where he will be installed as the diocesan bishop on Oct. 22.

Bishop Thomas greets Toledo Diocese

The following are the remarks of Bishop Daniel E. Thomas at the news conference for his appointment as the eighth bishop of Toledo, Aug. 26 in Toledo, Ohio.

5K run and walk to benefit Drexel Hill school’s athletic programs

Holy Child Academy in Drexel Hill is sponsoring a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Sept. 6 starting at 8:30 a.m. Check in and walk-up registration begins at 7:30 a.m. The course will take participants through the beautiful, tree-lined streets of Drexel Park in Delaware County.

Now it’s easier for children to have a free lunch at school

Nutritional Development Services is helping needy families eliminate the need to fill out paper applications for school meals. The Community Eligibility Provision allows schools with high percentages of qualifying students to provide free breakfast and lunch to all children in the school.

Groups lash out at new opt-out rules for HHS mandate

Pro-life groups that have battled with the federal government since the first rules were issued on contraceptive coverage in 2012 derided the government's latest rules allowing religious institutions to opt out of the contraceptive mandate in the Affordable Care Act.

‘Catholics Come Home’ series to debut Sept. 4 on EWTN

The series consists of 13 30-minute episodes, each featuring an interview with someone who recently returned to the church as a result of a Catholics Come Home campaign and in response to "the call of the Holy Spirit."