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Chalfont Parish Invites Faithful to Advent Lessons & Carols Dec. 21
St. Jude Church and Shrine invites the faithful to a reflective Festival of Lessons & Carols celebrating Advent through Scripture and song.
Young Catholic Professionals Philadelphia Names New President
Young Catholic Professionals Philadelphia welcomes new president Autumn Gargiule as the chapter enters its fifth year.
Local Catholic Relief Services Group Raising Funds for Humanitarian Aid
The CRS Philadelphia Advocacy Chapter is seeking community support for its Save Lives campaign, which aims to sustain critical humanitarian aid for vulnerable populations worldwide amid significant funding cutbacks.
Local Donors Raise Record $2.2 Million Through #iGiveCatholic
Nearly 9,000 donors raised a record-breaking $2,213,146 for Catholic parishes, schools, and charitable ministries throughout the five-county Archdiocese of Philadelphia through #iGiveCatholic on GivingTuesday.
Surprise Engagement Proposal at School Shows Couple’s Deep Catholic Roots
Ed Peterson shocked Ashley Dougherty – both teachers in Catholic grade schools – when he asked “Will you marry me?” in the presence of her young students. The couple (she accepted!) will join a long family line of Catholic educators.
Deacon Thomas Croke Looks to Renewal in ‘Fulfilling’ Role as Leader of Holy Martyrs Parish
The permanent deacon, assuming the new role of Parish Life Director in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, hopes to use his unique skill set to inspire new energy at the parish in Oreland that has faced challenges in recent years.
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary Launching Program to Mentor Young Priests
Thanks to a $10 million grant, St. Charles and three other U.S. Catholic seminaries will provide training and ongoing evaluation to ensure transitional deacons and newly ordained priests receive guidance in their early parish assignments.
Audited Reports Show Surplus in Archdiocese’s Finances for 2025
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia reported a $2 million core operating surplus. It was the eighth consecutive year for a surplus, marking a significant improvement from the $17.6 million deficit in 2012.
Blessing of the Nativity Scene at Cathedral Set for Dec. 17
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will celebrate its 29th annual Blessing of the Nativity Scene on Dec. 17 with prayer, music, and community at the Cathedral Basilica.
Series Explores Advent Journey for Black Catholics, and Everyone
Dr. Toni Reaves of the archdiocesan Office for Black Catholics leads “From the Manger to the Movement,” a four-week online exploration of the Christmas story and its links to universal themes of hope and liberation.