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‘Brotherhood’ of La Salle HS welcomes Archbishop Perez

The largest Catholic high school in the Philadelphia region hosted the archbishop for a visit this week in which he saw their many gifts, including close community.

‘Life chains’ link advocates in prayer, silent witness to end abortion

More than 230 local participants joined thousands across the country Oct. 2 in defending the rights of the unborn, with area vigils taking place at 15 locations.

‘Trucktoberfest’ coming to St. Catherine’s, Horsham

An array of the area’s foremost food trucks, a DJ, children’s activities and more will highlight a special event Oct. 15 hosted by the Parish Pastoral Council to celebrate the community’s return after a lengthy time away.

More than a rivalry, girls just happy to play again

One of Catholic League field hockey's best rivalries, Archbishop Carroll and Cardinal O'Hara, was renewed last month after a COVID-induced absence last year.

Parishes welcome fall, and each other, at Oktoberfests

Throughout the archdiocese, thousands "hungry to reconnect" after COVID celebrated autumn with the simple joys of food, family fun and crisp brews.

Ministry receives generous grants for homelessness outreach

St. John's Hospice will renovate its vital kitchen, dining and coffeehouse spaces, thanks to support from the Connelly Foundation and the William Penn Foundation.

Missionary Sisters hosting virtual career fair

The Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity will be holding an online career fair beginning Oct. 10 through Nov. 10, seeking to fill four positions including Vocation Council Coordinator.

Local faithful send messages of thanks to priests

Now in its second year, the "Thank You, Father" campaign gives parishioners a chance to share how clergy have helped them, from COVID to the confessional and even to the kitchen.

New rule allowing federal funds for abortion called ‘offensive’

The Biden administration's decision to allow Title X family planning funds go to health facilities that perform and promote abortion "is offensive to tens of millions of Americans," said the president of National Right to Life.

Parishes bless four-footers to mark feast of St. Francis of Assisi

Dozens of dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles and even a few rats received a sprinkle of holy water, as their owners shared faith and fellowship.