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‘Finally,’ pope says he will be able to make pilgrimage to Iraq
Pope Francis told Iraqis in a video message March 4 he was going to their country as a "penitential pilgrim," and to remind them they are all brothers and sisters no matter their ethnic or religious identity.
‘Celebrate Life’ virtual fundraiser coming March 21
Pennsylvanians for Human Life will host their annual benefit utilizing three video presentations and will give their top annual award to bioethicist Father Tad Pacholczyk.
Heeney finds ‘essence’ of special education in Christ’s teachings
Dr. Danielle Heeney, the new director of archdiocesan special education, focuses on "honoring, valuing and treating every life with dignity and respect" -- something she learned in Catholic school.
Monthly novena to St. Joseph launches March 19
The Philadelphia Archdiocese invites all to unite in prayer for the intercession of St. Joseph starting March 19 and continuing on the 19th of each month through November.
Caring for person with dementia topic of online talk
“Navigating the Experience of Caring for Someone with Dementia” will be presented by Nourish for Caregivers on Wednesday, March 3 via Zoom.
Cathedral offers two sessions to form ‘a people of life’
Two talks on March 24 and June 16 will present church teaching on urgent social issues and how to defend those teachings in public and among family and friends.
Pope appeals for end to violence against protesters in Myanmar
Pope Francis appealed for an end to deadly violence against protesters in Myanmar, calling on the military junta to free political prisoners and let dialogue and the journey toward democracy prevail.
Pope says he cannot disappoint Iraqis, asks prayers for trip
On the same day that 10 rockets hit an air base in Iraq, Pope Francis asked for prayers ahead of his trip there March 5-8. "For a long time, I have wanted to meet those people who have suffered so much."
Bishops address concern over Johnson & Johnson vaccine’s abortion link
The U.S. bishops raised moral concerns over the vaccine using abortion-derived cell lines but said that "all clinically recommended vaccinations can be used with a clear conscience."
Precautions taken, pope sees Iraq trip as sign of love
Though well aware of the security and health risks involved, Pope Francis urgently wants to show his concern for the people of Iraq even as the coronavirus pandemic is worsening there.