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Without daily Mass, Catholics rediscover meaning of sacrifice
The suspension of public liturgies due to the coronavirus pandemic has led many to reflect on the gift of the Eucharist, and the sufferings of those who are often unable to receive it.
Anniversary of ‘Gospel of Life’ marked by commitment to moms
March 25 marks the 25th anniversary of St. John Paul II's "The Gospel of Life" and a yearlong effort to help every pregnant mother know "she can turn to her local Catholic community for help and authentic friendship."
Msgr. Charles McGroarty, former St. Matthew’s pastor, dies
The former pastor of one of Northeast Philadelphia's largest parishes was also director of the archdiocesan Family Life Office and began the annual wedding anniversary Masses. He was 86.
Catholic agencies seek stimulus funding to meet expected surge in clients
Some 200 nonprofits want Congress to include $60 billion in aid to meet the coming wave of people seeking food, housing, health care and clothing as a result of massive layoffs and a dive in financial contributions as the coronavirus sweeps through the nation.
New Orleans archbishop tests positive for COVID-19, asks prayers for all
Archbishop Gregory Aymond has tested positive for the disease caused by the coronavirus. He invoked the prayers of Mary and of a 19th century missionary who died tending to victims of yellow fever in New Orleans.
Emergency fund helps restock food pantries during pandemic
With some archdiocesan outreach ministries seeing a 100% increase in clients, the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia is working to get supplies back on the shelves and into families' cupboards.
Pope invites all to join him in prayer at same time March 25
Pope Francis called on Christians around the world to pray the Lord's Prayer at noon Rome time, 7 a.m. Eastern time, for an end to the coronavirus pandemic.
Devotion in Rosemont chapel brings art, prayer to tragedy of sex abuse
Parishioners at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in Montgomery County joined their prayers to the sufferings of sexual abuse survivors and the sufferings of Christ through a special variation on the stations of the cross.
Parish’s drive-in offers Catholics safe way to adore Blessed Sacrament
About 150 cars pulled up to a five-foot monstrance as one Maryland parish offered drive-up adoration during coronavirus restrictions. "The absence is creating a longing for presence," said the pastor.
‘Every man for himself’ no solution to pandemic, pope says
Pope Francis urged business leaders to seek solutions that will not hurt employees and their families during the coronavirus pandemic. Instead of laying off employees, businesses must build "a society of solidarity."