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Catholic athletes give thanks for the memories this year
Seven young men and women, standout players at their Philadelphia Catholic League schools and contributors to this season's winning teams, expressed their gratitude to God, family, coaches and teammates for abundant blessings.
Cathedral Christmas concert sets Advent hope to music
The Dec. 5 program at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul will feature works by Abbie Betinis, Benjamin Britten, Gustav Holst, Malcolm Archer and Stephanie Martin, all selected to focus listeners on the Lord's coming at Christmas.
Vatican announces pope will bring migrants from Cyprus to Italy
After denouncing barbed-wire barriers and boat pushbacks to keep out migrants, Pope Francis has pledged to move a dozen migrants from Cyprus to Italy before Christmas.
Cardinal Foley School goes cold turkey (trot) for 5K race benefit
The 15th annual walk and run through the neighborhoods of Havertown, Delaware County burned up Thanksgiving calories for 320 runners, all to benefit Cardinal John Foley Regional Catholic School and draw together the community for fun.
Advent evening of prayer and reflection for young women
Single young women are invited to join the I.H.M. Sisters on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 6-8 p.m. at the Motherhouse in Malvern. The evening will include supper and social time with the sisters, a reflection and prayer.
Rwandan genocide survivor to speak at St. David Parish
In an Advent season event Dec. 15, the Willow Grove parish will welcome Immaculée Ilibagiza to share her miraculous story on finding forgiveness through God's mercy. It will be followed by refreshments and a book signing.
Young Adult retreat offers chance to prepare for the New Year
Led by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, the Dec. 31-Jan. 2 weekend sessions at Malvern Retreat House will include adoration, confession, Mass and spiritual reflection, as well as a bonfire and New Year's Eve social.
Beloved saint’s legacy lives on through local police, religious order
The Oblates of St. Francis de Sales have inspired generations to serve others through careers in law enforcement and a Philadelphia police ministry -- a mission the order's 17th-century patron would endorse.
Justices seem willing to allow Mississippi’s 15-week abortion ban
The point of viability was key to the discussion at the Supreme Court Dec. 1 because the court has consistently ruled that states cannot restrict abortion before 24 weeks or when a fetus is said to be able to survive on its own.
Pro-lifers hopeful about outcome of Dobbs case, urge prayers for court
U.S. Supreme Court is hearing its first major abortion case in decades, one that may overturn Roe v. Wade in its eventual ruling on Mississippi's ban on most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.