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Pope Leo XIV to Speak With American Youth via Live Digital Encounter Nov. 21
During the National Catholic Youth Conference this fall in Indianapolis, Pope Leo XIV will engage digitally from Rome with more than 15,000 American Catholic teens and youth ministry leaders, including Archbishop Nelson Pérez.
Seminary to Host 2025 Cardinals’ Forum on Church Unity
Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary will present its annual Cardinals’ Forum on August 26, featuring a discussion on fostering unity in the Church with special guest Brendan Towell.
SSJ Welcome Center Embraces Immigrants’ Journeys, Kensington Neighborhood
The staff and volunteers of the ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph build connections between newcomers and neighbors in the Spirit-driven charism of love.
Student’s Can-Do Spirit ‘Overcomes Everything,’ Including Disability
Isabella Dileggi’s award-winning talents on the wrestling mat, in music, and in the classroom inspire her Archbishop Ryan community. She excels not because of ego, but love.
Our Lady of Kibeho Shrine to be Dedicated at Basilica Shrine Aug. 17
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal will dedicate a new shrine to Our Lady of Kibeho on Aug. 17, celebrating Black Catholic spirituality and the Church’s universal devotion to Mary.
Be the Face of Faith in New Ads for Church of Philadelphia
An advertising campaign for the Archdiocese is coming this fall, and you’re invited to show your joyful faith by appearing as an extra in ads to be filmed at parish locations this week.
Sister M. Kathleen Dunn, IHM, dies at 87
Sister M. Kathleen Dunn died in Camilla Hall on July 25, 2025. Sister was in the 69th year of her religious life.
Catholic Teachers Power Up Their Tech Skills for the New School Year
With tools, inspiration, and community, the Summer Tech Academy helped some 180 archdiocesan educators get ready for a new year of tech-driven teaching.
At-Risk Teens Build Road to Future Success Via Trades, Thanks to Church Program
In its second year, the Youth Skills Building Program of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia is helping dozens of teenagers learn construction and other trades while growing as leaders.
Delco Parishes Spark Fresh Giving with ‘Dollar a Day’ in This Year’s CRS Rice Bowl Campaign
Faithful of the Church of Philadelphia have given close to $15 million to help Catholic Relief Services feed the world’s hungry in the past half-century. Two local parishes have begun a successful innovation for the collection during Lent.