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Learn from St. John Paul, pope tells young people
In a video message, Pope Francis called on young people to use today's technology to learn about St. John Paul. The pope hoped that like the Polish saint, they may "enter into Christ with your whole life."
Extreme caution tops checklists for Catholic colleges to reopen in fall
Immense preparations are underway as the nation's 600 colleges and universities discuss how to reopen in the fall. About two-thirds intend to offer in-person classes, while others wait to decide.
PCC urges Gov. Wolf to fix education funding disparity
The Pennsylvania Catholic Conference wants residents to ask the governor not to divert any of the $66 million from the federal CARES Act for Catholic and nonpublic schools as the law directs.
‘Manna Sunday’ food drive aims for much-needed miracle
With unemployment now close to 15%, the annual collection by archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services has become a lifeline for families struggling with hunger.
Juniata parish stays close to Mary, despite social distancing
At Holy Innocents in Philadelphia, a normally elaborate May procession was revamped to comply with COVID-19 restrictions, but devotion to the "Help of the Sick" is stronger than ever.
Local Catholics remember St. John Paul II on his 100th birthday
Eating pizza with novices, preaching from area parishes and inspiring vocations are among the memories area faithful have of a man who remains a vibrant "spiritual father."
Long road, long time leading to priesthood, finally
Cesar J. Izaguirre joined the Neo-Catechumenal Way from his home in Nicaragua, studied for the priesthood in Guam and at St. Charles Seminary and, at age 35, will be ordained this June.
Villanova U names Augustinian priest VP for mission and ministry
Father Kevin DePrinzio will lead the office that helps ensure the university’s commitment to living out its Augustinian Catholic mission. He succeeds Barbara Wall, who will retire after 50 years at Villanova.
St. John Paul II shrine’s events mark pope’s 100th birthday
The national shrine in Washington dedicated to the pontiff will celebrate the centennial of his birth with a series of virtual events May 16-22, including a talk by papal biographer George Weigel.
St. John Paul was a good shepherd, pope says on saint’s birthday
St. John Paul II was a man of deep prayer, who loved being close to people and loved God's justice and mercy, Pope Francis said May 18, the 100th anniversary of the saint's birth.