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Made in Kensington: Five Smith Siblings Reflect on Lives of Faith, Love

The brothers and sisters were raised in a home infused with prayer and Catholic education, which formed their service in religious life, Catholic schools and loving families.  

Faith Formation to Focus on Gifts, History of Black Catholics

Beginning Feb. 3, a 10-course program named for Black Catholic Sister Bea Jeffries, SBS, will explore how Black Catholics know, worship and walk with God in their daily lives. 

Sister Mary Dacey, SSJ, dies at 77

Sister Mary Dacey SSJ, (formerly S. Michael Francine,) age 77, died on January 16, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Sister James Agnes Campbell, SSJ, dies at 88

Sister James Agnes Campbell SSJ, age 88, died on January 16, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Sister Anne Elizabeth McCambley, SSJ, dies at 87

Sister Anne Elizabeth McCambley SSJ, (formerly Sister Clare Agnes SSJ) age 87, died on January 12, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.

Clergy Assignments Announced for Four Priests

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez announced changes for four priests of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia this week.

March for Life 2025 Inspires Local Faithful to Expand Actions for Life

Events starting Jan. 24 in Washington, D.C. will culminate with a march that shows tens of thousands of people’s commitment to build a culture of life – especially when they return to their local communities.

El Camino Cafe Serves Relaxed Way for Young Adults to Explore Faith

The café, hosted in Northeast Philadelphia beginning Jan. 18 at Holy Innocents Parish, can invite guests “to make new friends in a very faith-friendly space” over a cup of coffee.

Reverend Christopher Redcay Appointed Next Rector of St. Charles Borromeo Seminary

Father Redcay will succeed Bishop Keith Chylinski, who has served as Rector since 2022 and was appointed an Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia in Dec. 2023.

Nationwide Prayer Vigil for Life to Take Place Jan. 23-24

The USCCB urges the faithful to observe the nationwide prayer vigil and pray for an end to abortion and a greater respect for all human life in post-Roe America.