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When (Christmas) markets fall, economies in Germany, Austria take a hit
Nuremberg, which boasts one of the oldest Christmas fairs, is seeing a loss of more than $200 million in revenue, as in other cities. Still, one teen said this year, "Christmas simply moves people back into their homes. "
‘Let my people worship,’ archbishop says after California church decision
The Supreme Court's Dec. 3 ruling means a lower court will likely stop the state's governor from prohibiting most indoor religious services, which was hailed by San Francisco's archbishop.
Two Augustinian brothers profess solemn vows in order
Augustinian Father Michael Di Gregorio, prior provincial, led the profession ceremony for Augustinian friars Brother Bill Gabriel and Brother Jeremy Hiers at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Villanova.
Local couple donates $100,000 to Manor College vet tech program
Jim and Dr. Lourene Nevels of Swarthmore were the honorees of a virtual gala for the college run by the Basilian Sisters. Proceeds also supported a new scholarship in the couple's name.
COVID reveals need to ‘build back better’ for those with disabilities
As the world marks the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, local and international leaders say post-pandemic efforts must increase inclusion and active participation at every level of society.
Archdiocese seeking Catholic school educators for immediate openings
Register by Dec. 4 for a virtual career fair (featuring Pre-K3 to 8th grade positions) that will be hosted by the Office for Catholic Education Dec. 7.
Watch seminary’s Christmas concert online Sunday afternoon
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary and its seminarians, rector and music director will present its 33rd Annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 6 starting at 2 p.m.
German cathedral becomes center of mourning after SUV attack
People gathered in Trier's Catholic cathedral Dec. 1 to pray for the victims of a lone attacker who plowed into Christmas shoppers, killing five people and seriously injuring a dozen others.
Letter campaign says ‘Thank you, Father!’ to hardworking priests
Through Dec. 31, the New Serra Missionaries are collecting area faithful's messages of gratitude and sending them to clergy, an outreach organizers hope will offer "moments of powerful grace."
Delco parishioner spreads the word about Advent
Now in its second year, an online Advent calendar created by Katherine Downey of St. Anastasia in Newtown Square is keeping parishioners connected amid COVID, while building up the "domestic church."