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On the ballot: A review of candidates’ positions
The Pa. Catholic Conference presents a look at the positions of candidates for governor on the primary election ballot. Governor Tom Corbett was the only candidate to respond to questions from the PCC. His Democratic challengers' positions are gleaned from various sources.
Jesuit priest with ties to Phila. dies at 63
A graduate of Cardinal O'Hara High School, Father John Rock, S.J., earned numerous advanced degrees before serving faithfully at a Dominican sisters' motherhouse in Tennessee. He died May 4 after serving 26 years as a priest and 35 as a Jesuit.
Know the candidates before the election
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia presents the views of candidates on a number of questions in the races for U.S. House of Representatives, state Senate and state House of Representatives. The primary election in Pennsylvania is Tuesday, May 20.
Pope asks business leaders to hope, pray and create jobs
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Christian business leaders have felt the weight of the global economic crisis just like most workers have, but they must hold on to hope, increase their prayers and ask God's grace so their decisions may benefit as many people as possible, Pope Francis said.
Pope to beatify Pope Paul VI at end of synod on the family
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis will beatify Pope Paul VI Oct. 19 during the closing Mass of the extraordinary Synod of Bishops on the family.
Life in the fast lane: FCC plan on net neutrality draws criticism
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- Everyone, at some point, has shifted over from one Communion line to another during Mass because it seemed shorter and, thus, faster. Now imagine what it would be like if you could always have a "fast lane" to receive Communion -- but you had to pay for it.
Parish musicians invited to cathedral for blessing and concert
Young people serving in their parish's music ministry are invited May 17 to the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul for a blessing and to hear three choirs perform. A presentation on the musical history of the cathedral on its 150th anniversary is also featured.
Congratulations to Philadelphia priest jubilarians
Thirty-three priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are celebrating significant anniversaries of their ordination to the priesthood -- including retired Auxiliary Bishop Martin Lohmuller, 70 years a priest -- this year. See our complete list of the priest jubilarians. CatholicPhilly.com wishes all priests many more years in their ministry -- ad multos annos!
Aspiring teen writers learn how to write from the pros
About 150 young women spent a Saturday learning about writing from 20 best-selling authors and illustrators at Little Flower High School, including one student reporting on the event.
Pope tells U.N. respect for life, solidarity essential for development
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Meeting top officials of the United Nations, Pope Francis called for a "worldwide ethical mobilization" that would push technical programs for justice, peace and development further by promoting respect for human life, "fraternity and solidarity."