News
Blood drive honors fallen heroes while meeting critical need
Michael the Archangel Ministry, which serves Philadelphia police officers, paid tribute to those who died in the line of duty by collecting some 110 pints of "the gift of life" to bolster low blood supplies.
Arson ruled in fire that destroyed St. Leo Church in Northeast Phila.
Federal and city investigators said the devastating May 9 blaze was deliberately set, and a $20,000 reward is now being offered for information on those who destroyed "the heart of Tacony."
‘Overlooked’ Ascension a pivotal feast, says priest
Often underappreciated, the solemnity marking Christ's return to the Father in heaven is a critical part of the Easter mysteries, said Father Dennis Gill.
Special education students welcome archbishop with smiles, dancing
During a May 11 visit, Archbishop Nelson Pérez toured St. Katherine Day School in Wynnewood, whose "children teach us how to love."
‘A long line’ of holy catechists have served the church, pope notes
By establishing the ministry of catechists this week, Pope Francis noted the many saintly teachers who helped build up the church. In the U.S. they include Nicholas Black Elk, who introduced hundreds of Lakota people to the Catholic faith.
University president resigns due to inappropriate behavior
Jesuit Father Kevin O'Brien, president of California's Santa Clara University and a friend of President Joe Biden's family, resigned May 12. His Jesuit province said he would begin a program for alcohol use and stress management.
Lay workers, Archbishop Perez discuss ministry today in video
In a new segment of the series “Co-Workers: Bishops and Lay Ecclesial Ministers in Conversation” the archbishop along with Matt Davis and Marisally Santiago share insights on ministry with youth and young adults.
Congratulations to priest jubilarians, new priests of 2021
Priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia are celebrating significant anniversaries of their ordination this year. See our list of 29 priests.
South Phila. parish dedicates shrine to addiction recovery patron
St. Gabriel Parish in Philadelphia has created a special place for prayer to Venerable Matt Talbot, whose journey from substance abuse to spirituality has inspired thousands to seek sobriety.
In Gaza, tiny Catholic community tries to stay in touch during airstrikes
Palestinians including Christians are "very used to war," said a parish priest, citing people's anxiety because they are "closed in, night and day, with the bombings." Children, he said, are developing behavioral problems.