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Parade director proud of faith, Irish heritage
By Sister Kathleen Leary, S.S.J.Special to The CS&T BROOMALL – Michael Bradley, director and past president of the St. Patrick’s Day Observance Association, is proud of the theme of this year’s parade: “St. Patrick, lead us to Peace and Prosperity.” “The marchers and floats will be honoring our fallen police and all those struggling in […]
Teamwork helps Judge win PCL bowling title
By John Knebels The 2009 World Champion Philadelphia Phillies had veteran pinch hitter Matt Stairs, whose stunning home run in the fourth game of the National League pennant series against the Los Angeles Dodgers completely shifted the momentum of both the game and the series. The 2009 Catholic League boys’ bowling champion, of Father Judge […]
Faith renewed at Temple
By Nadia Maria SmithCS&T Staff Writer There are a number of outstanding Catholic student leaders at Temple University, and one of those is 21-year-old Alexander Gibbs, according to Temple’s Newman Center chaplain Father Shaun Mahoney. A senior, Gibbs has served as the spiritual coordinator at the Newman Center for the past two years. He is […]
From the Prep to PSU: Arcidiacono ready to play in Happy Valley
By Joseph PawlikowskiSpecial to The CS&T Mark Arcidiacono grew up rooting for Penn State, dreaming he could play there. This fall, that dream will come true. Arcidiacono, a senior offensive tackle from St. Joseph’s Prep and parishioner of St. Bede the Venerable in Holland, officially signed with Penn State Feb. 4, national college signing day. […]
Carroll girls claim PCL, District 12 swimming titles
By John KnebelsSpecial to The CS&T It was a typical practice session early in the season for Archbishop Carroll’s swim team. Cardiovascular exercise was the main focus, although some swimmers were working on sprints while others focused on technique. And then it happened. Somewhere along the way, a teammate inadvertently kicked Mollie Walsh’s thumb. Jammed […]
Four discernment houses promote community
By Nadia Maria SmithCS&T Staff Writer PHILADELPHIA – Thanks to the efforts of one young adult and a Capuchin priest, 35 young adults have found family-style fellowship and Catholic community in Philadelphia. David Sao, 24, a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Parish, said he noticed how young adults were struggling with their faith and […]
Facing hunger in Egypt and Philadelphia
By Nadia Maria SmithCS&T Staff Writer PHILADELPHIA – Yvette Palmer recently returned from a trip to Egypt. The St. Cyprian parishioner explains that despite the hardships posed by the economic crisis here, people in developing countries are hurting even more. Which is why it’s important to keep a grateful heart and to contribute to programs […]
Cardinal Rigali celebrates Rite of Election liturgy
By Lou BaldwinSpecial to The CS&T PHILADELPHIA – Over the weekend of Feb. 28-March 1, the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul was filled, not once, but three times, as Cardinal Justin Rigali presided at the annual Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion for catechumens and candidates from throughout the Archdiocese. “God […]
Retreat empowers young African-Americans
By Arlene EdmondsSpecial to The CS&T Kujenga is about building future leaders from the archdiocesan African-American Catholic community. The weekend event brings together 10th to 12th grade students who are already taking the lead in their parish or youth group and shows them how they can further fulfill their role. This year’s event will bring […]
Bishop Cistone blesses St. Joe’s Prep renovation
By Christie L. ChicoineCS&T Staff Writer PHILADELPHIA – Auxiliary Bishop Joseph R. Cistone blessed a new academic center and dining hall, central components of a $21 million renovation project at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School Saturday, Feb. 28, following a Mass he celebrated on campus at the former parish Church of the Gesu. A state-of-the-art academic […]