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Archdiocesan shelter gives Brazilian women ‘the strength to go on’
The shelter is housing 12 homeless women for a period of one to two years, rendering psychological support until their lives are restructured and they can care for themselves financially and emotionally.
Vatican releases theme for pope’s 2022 World Peace Day message
Peace in the world can be achieved only by responding to the needs of people today and in the future through "education, work and dialogue between generations," which are "tools for building lasting peace," read the theme for the Jan. 1 observance.
Laudato Si’ Action Platform set to integrate encyclical into church life
A seven-year plan implementing Pope Francis' document on the environment is a "spiritual and moral" initiative that a coordinator at one of 17 participating U.S. dioceses called "a church-based model for community organizing."
Employers, courts examine religious exemptions to vaccines
Religion usually stays out of the workplace, but now with expanding COVID-19 vaccine requirements, employees' personal faith is at issue as many of them across the country say they have religious reasons not to get vaccinated.
Info session for permanent diaconate set for Nov. 20
Catholic men, and their wives if married, with a deep spiritual life who are between the ages of 29 and 55 are invited to an in-person discussion at St. Helena Parish, Philadelphia on becoming a permanent deacon in the archdiocese.
Dinner invites all to Stand Up for Life
The annual event of the Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia on Sunday, Nov. 21 gives the pro-life community in greater Philadelphia a chance to gather and further the mission of making abortion unthinkable. The featured speaker is Patricia Sandoval.
All invited to Mass, lunch with new priests
The Serra Club of Philadelphia invites all to attend a Mass and luncheon on Thursday, Dec. 2 to celebrate two newly ordained priests, Father Kenneth Cavara and Father Mark Tobin. Registration closes Nov. 22.
Christmas bazaar returns to King of Prussia parish
Mother of Divine Providence Parish will hold its 20th annual Christmas Craft Fair and Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Parish Center will be filled with vendors, food and fun.
Black Catholics Office presents Day of Reflection Nov. 20
The Office for Black Catholics invites all to reflect on "Renewing the Human Family" during a day of prayer, music and conversation featuring Sister Cora Marie Billings, R.S.M.
Christmas bazaar coming to Glenside Nov. 19-20
Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School brings back its festive tradition of shopping, food options and holiday cheer for patrons of all ages. Vendors are invited to participate, and tables are booking fast.