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Catholics in Africa celebrate Congo Basin, call to fight climate change
Conference speakers reiterated support for Indigenous people as custodians of the area's rich but diminishing biodiversity, and opposed rapid deforestation. The Congo "is very important not only for Africa but the entire world," said the head of a Catholic movement.
U.K. faith leaders urge action ahead of U.N. climate conference
Dozens of leaders from the major faiths in the United Kingdom urged government leaders to address climate change and promised their congregations would do likewise. The declaration was signed Sept. 20, looking to the U.N. Climate Change Conference, known as COP26.
German bishops’ meeting begins with appeals on church reform
While the head of the German bishops called for radical, visible changes that he said were needed soon and which could be a "door opener" for the worldwide process launched by Pope Francis, a fellow prelate urged the bishops to tap the brakes and follow the pope's directives.
Bishop Pilla dies at 88; he led church efforts to unify Clevelanders
Not one to seek attention, Bishop Anthony Pilla became one of Cleveland's most powerful voices for peace and reconciliation through the partnerships he built with business, neighborhood groups and interreligious leaders.
Four archdiocesan schools take home the Blue Ribbon
A total of 41 parish and regional Catholic elementary schools in the five-county archdiocesan area have now attained the national award since the U.S. Department of Education launched the program in 1982.
Delco parish school becomes senior housing, and it’s ‘love at first sight’
Two "gorgeous" and historic structures of the former St. Joseph Parish School in Collingdale are on track to become home for 50 area seniors, thanks to the hard work and patience of many partners with the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
St. Matthew parishioners ‘Come and See’ more about the Eucharist
Ed Garbacz, a member of the Conshohocken parish, continued a series of faith formation talks last week examining the parts of the Mass, focusing on the Liturgy of the Eucharist and how parishioners can share their faith in the Real Presence with others.
Opening Mass for Respect Life Month set for Sept. 26
All are invited to unite in prayer with Archbishop Nelson Perez to uphold the sanctity of life as he celebrates a Mass to begin the month-long activities considering why every human life is valuable. A reception with the Sisters of Life will follow Mass.
Our Lady of Peace, Milmont Park to bless to St. Pio statue
The Delaware County parish will welcome the provincial minister of the Capuchin Franciscan Province of St. Mary who will celebrate an evening Mass and blessing of the statue on the saint's feast day, Sept. 23.
Recovery walk sends ‘positive message’ addiction can be overcome
Dozens of staff, clients and supporters of two archdiocesan ministries showed they're willing to "march through the mess" with those seeking freedom from substance abuse.