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Summer Bridge Program Eases Transition for 215 Incoming Freshmen
The Office of Catholic Education’s Summer Bridge Program provided academic enrichment classes to about 215 incoming freshmen from eight archdiocesan high schools this summer.
Reverend John D. Silcox, Pastor Emeritus, Saint Laurence Parish
Reverend John D. Silcox, Pastor Emeritus, Saint Laurence Parish, Upper Darby, died on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
IHM Sisters Celebrate New Life in Community
The celebrations took place the weekend of Aug. 5 – 6 at the I.H.M. Motherhouse, Villa Maria House of Studies, in Malvern, PA.
Rev. Gregory J. Hickey, Pastor Emeritus, St. Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother Parish
The Reception of the Body will be held at Saint Helena Church, Blue Bell, on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. with a viewing until 10:45 a.m. Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez will celebrate the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m.
Catholic Heart Workcamp Volunteers Offer Valuable Help During Week of Service in the Archdiocese
This was the first time the camp was offered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
MagniFest, Outdoor Summer Festival, to Return Aug. 19 to Chester County
St. Mary of Providence Retreat Center in Elverson will once again host MagniFest, an outdoor summer festival featuring live music, praise, prayer, food and vendors.
Mercy Hospice 4th Annual Recovery Walk Set for Sept. 6
The walk is in support of those in recovery from substance abuse addictions and in remembrance of those loved and lost to addiction.
Catholic Social Services Collects Items Ahead of ‘Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower’ — Here’s How You Can Help
Catholic Social Services and the Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia are teaming up to host “Philly’s Biggest Baby Shower" on Saturday, Sept. 9.
Annie Sarlo Appointed Director of Spirituality and Mission for Archdiocesan High Schools, Schools of Special Education
Sarlo brings over 30 years of experience in Catholic ministry to her new role.
‘Reduce That Gap’: Archdiocese’s Nutritional Development Services Bridges Countless Kids’ Summer Food Insecurity
Even in the final month of summer, the agency is looking for new meal distribution sites and others resources to help feed kids in need.