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No quick fix for priest shortage in Amazon region, pope says
Rather than approve ordination of married men as priests, Pope Francis wants to "awaken new life" in the Amazon's communities." He seeks a broader rejuvenation of the church led by laypeople to foster priestly vocations.
Nonviolent response urged for terrorist killings in Nigeria
Describing a seminarian who was kidnapped and killed by terrorists as a martyr, a Nigerian bishop called on the country's president to protect people of all faiths, and for Christians to take the nonviolent "road less traveled."
Pope’s letter on Amazon region skirts ordination issues
Praising the Amazon's rich natural resources and cultures, Pope Francis in his apostolic exhortation "Querida Amazonia" made no mention of ordaining married men as priests or women as deacons.
Local Nigerian Catholics stunned by new travel ban
A Jan. 31 expansion of the Trump Administration's visa restrictions now prevents residents of the African nation from immigrating to the U.S., where they are currently one of the most highly educated ethnic groups.
Sister Anne Marie Markoe, I.H.M., dies suddenly at 74
The Sister Servant of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, formerly Sister Marie Georgeanne, taught for many years in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and in Peru and Chile.
Theology on Tap: Dating Impossible
Young adults are inviting to attend Theology on Tap Media monthly get together in Media. The group is proud to be hosting Katelyn D'Adamo as she discusses dating in the 21st Century.
13th Annual Firefighters’ Memorial Mass
The parishioners of St. John the Evangelist invites you on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at 10 AM for the 13th annual Firefighters’ Memorial Mass at St. John’s.
Mass For Persons With Disabilities
The Annual Archdiocesan Mass Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, The Deaf Community, Family, Friends, and Caregivers will take place Saturday, March 21st at 10:30 AM.
Women Today Leading Tomorrow: An Empowerment Symposium for Women
Women Today Leading Tomorrow (WTLT) is a symposium designed to educate young women about opportunities for representation and leadership of women in all career sectors.
Unplanned movie
Showing of the pro-life movie Unplanned in the Social and Recreation Center of St. Helena Parish.