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Eagles Great Brian Dawkins Speaks of Faith Through Struggle at Man Up Philly
Joined by Ed Morris, father-in-law of fallen NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, presenters at the annual men’s conference March 8 pointed to Jesus Christ as the best model for how to “man up.”
Rite of Election Set to Welcome More Than 700 Entering Catholic Church
The 322 catechumens preparing to receive the sacraments of initiation, plus 384 baptized candidates receiving Communion, will be blessed March 8-9 at the cathedral. The numbers show more people are entering the Church than a decade ago.
Three Philadelphia Shrines Create ‘Pilgrim’s Passport’ for Jubilee Year
The national shrines of St. John Neumann and St. Rita, and the Miraculous Medal Shrine, this year welcome pilgrims who will receive stamps and blessed medals to commemorate the journey “to embrace their faith in a deeper, more inspiring way."
Sister Louise Quinn, OSF, dies at 79
Sister Louise Quinn, OSF, (formerly Sister Mary Rita), 79, died in Bryn Mawr Hospital on March 6, 2025.
Sister Adele C. Solari, SSJ, dies at 91
Sister Adele C. Solari SSJ, (formerly S. Anita David), age 91, died on March 5, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Youth Mini-Retreat at Cardinal O’Hara HS
Students in grades 8-12 are encouraged to attend Theology of the Body: Igniting the Divine Spark, a day of reflection discussing God’s divine plan for humanity, the body, and our relationships.
Holy Hour for God’s Unborn Children Set for March 25
Join and gather at St. Madeline Church on the Feast of the Annunciation to pray for and honor God’s unborn children.
Northeast Philly Parish to Hold “A Night of Joy: My Miracle Story” Concert March 16
Join contemporary Catholic composer, Francesca LaRosa, for her 2nd annual free concert at St. Matthew Parish.
Film Marks Vincentians’ 400 Years, Service to Marginalized in US
St. Vincent de Paul founded the Congregation of the Mission in 1625 in Paris. Today the Eastern Province continues its missionary service, as shown in a new documentary.
Festivities Mark Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish’s 175th Year
The parish in Doylestown, which actively serves the Bucks County community, will celebrate numerous events in its anniversary year. The pastor cites 10% growth in members’ participation in the past year.