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Citing toll of COVID-19, Newark closing five schools, merging three
The elementary schools were "already experiencing formidable challenges" before the pandemic. Its economic impact is resulting in low school enrollments.
Catholic leaders call for prayers, help after massive Beirut blasts
Lebanese were reeling after a massive explosion at Beirut's port destroyed homes, businesses and livelihoods across the capital. Catholic leaders called for international support.
Father Ronald Ferrier dies; was Cardinal Dougherty teacher for 4 decades
A native of Conshohocken who was ordained a priest in 1968, he would go on to teach Latin and physical science at the former archdiocesan high school in Philadelphia. He is fondly remembered by colleagues.
IHM Sister Louise Goeller dies; was teacher, contemplative
The native of Philadelphia taught in schools in the Philadelphia area and for two stints in Chile and Peru. She also spent several years in a Trappist women's congregation before returning to the IHM sisters. She was 88.
Delco faith leaders march for justice in face of opposition
When the Catholic, Jewish, Methodist, Quaker and Episcopalian leaders of Delaware County marched peacefully against racism, they found hateful words and actions were "alive and well."
Archbishop, rabbi see progress in Jewish-Catholic relations
In a July 28 webinar, Archbishop Nelson Perez and Rabbi Abraham Skorka discussed how both faiths can deepen their dialogue while addressing COVID, racism and antisemitism.
Deacon William Iacobellis, Catholic radio host, dies at 72
Ordained in 2004, the deacon served at St. Vincent De Paul Parish in Richboro, was a regional manager for automobile dealerships and was a host on Holy Spirit Radio, Doylestown.
Permanent Deacon Ernest D’Angelo dies; was Vietnam vet, mason
Ordained a deacon in 1995, he was assigned to St. John the Baptist Parish in Ottsville where he remained until the end of 2019 in retirement.
Deacon Michael Kolakowski dies at age 67
The deacon was a retired principal from the School District of Philadelphia who served at St. Albert the Great Parish, Huntingdon Valley after his 2009 ordination.
A sign of growth: St. Patrick Parish
The Norristown parish is the oldest in Montgomery County, founded by Irish immigrants and today supported by recent arrivals from Mexico, resulting in a young, vibrant parish.