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Cathedral to host virtual Christmas concert Dec. 13
All are invited to join in the Cathedral Basilica Schola and instrumentalists for the “Prayer for Peace” concert. Tickets may be purchased now and throughout the Christmas season.
Msgr. James Connelly, pastor and historian, dies at 89
The longtime pastor of Stella Maris Parish in South Philadelphia was also a seminary professor, secretary to Cardinal Krol and editor of the 1976 "History of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia."
Youth journey together (with experienced guides) through Advent series
Sponsored by the archdiocesan Office for Cultural Ministries and several parish partners, weekly online reflections challenge participants to be "the now of God" while awaiting Christ's birth.
Sister Mary Christopher McBride, I.H.M., dies at 96
The Sister Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary spent most of her 77 years in religious life teaching in Catholic schools -- since 1945 -- in Virginia and Pennsylvania.
Sister Marie de Lourdes Mates, longtime teacher, dies at 88
The former Doris P. Mates followed profession of first vows as an I.H.M. sister in 1953 with 57 years of ministry in Catholic schools until her retirement to Camilla Hall.
Sister Kathleen Anne McKee, longtime educator, dies at 88
The sister of Mercy spent almost 30 years at Waldron Mercy Academy, helping to establish the Development Office, in particular connecting alumni to the school.
Some Australians say conversion therapy ban would harm religious freedom
If passed, the bill would criminalize practices to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. The bill is so broad that it would penalize any religious practice, including praying for such persons, and impose stiff penalties on homilists, teachers and parents.
Michigan project to replicate Padre Pio’s famed hospital in Italy is underway
Today only an outdoor grotto with a mural of St. Pio sits on a 40-acre plot, but in coming years there will be a hospital, chapel, Catholic medical school and center for brain-injured people.
Swiss bishops say ‘marriage equality’ proposal ignores rights of children
Switzerland's proposed law is an attempt to resolve "problems of discrimination by ignoring the differences" between a civil union and a marriage, said the country's bishops.
Jupiter, Saturn to put on ‘Christmas Star’ show at winter solstice
The Great Conjunction of 2020 will yield an expected spectacular astronomical sight involving the two planets unseen in nearly eight centuries. The "Star of Bethlehem" points to the birth of Jesus.