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Archdiocese Announces Relegation of St. Hedwig Church
St. Hedwig Church in Chester will no longer serve as a worship site of Sacred Heart Parish in Clifton Heights and will close as a Roman Catholic church.
Youths Set to Speak With Pope Leo, Share Concerns, Experiences
The unprecedented live, digital encounter on Friday, Nov. 21 with the Holy Father and some 15,000 young people in Indianapolis, plus millions more watching worldwide, is an historic opportunity for young Catholics and the Church, organizers say.
Sister Loretta Kathleen McGuckin, SSJ, dies at 86
Sister Loretta Kathleen McGuckin SSJ, age 86, died on November 5, 2025, age 86 at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Mary Rose Dugan, SSJ, dies at 93
Sister Mary Rose Dugan SSJ, age 93, died on November 3, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Catherine McConnell, SSJ, dies at 89
Sister Catherine McConnell SSJ, (formerly S. Regina Vincent,) age 89, died on November 4, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Local Pantries See Soaring Demand for Food in Face of SNAP Cuts
Catholic parishes and agencies of Catholic Charities of Philadelphia are witnessing a 100% increase in people seeking food assistance in the wake of the federal government’s shutdown.
Faithful Invited to Watch Pope Leo Live! Digital Encounter at NCYC
Archbishop Nelson Pérez is encouraging Catholics throughout the five-county Archdiocese to learn more by watching a promotional video from EWTN.
Archbishop Pérez Offers Prayers for Fellow Bishops Following USCCB Elections
Archbishop Nelson Pérez offered his “fraternal prayers and best wishes” to fellow bishops after their election at the USCCB fall plenary.
Advent by Candlelight at Old St. Joseph’s Church Nov. 30
Join the women of Old St. Joseph’s Church for Advent by Candlelight, a candlelit evening of reflection and friendship.
Solemn Novena at the Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal will hold its nine-day Solemn Novena Nov. 17–25, culminating with the Solemnity Mass celebrated by Bishop Efren Esmilla on Wednesday, Nov. 26.