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LIVE UPDATES from Rome: Philly Pilgrims Experience Jubilee of Young People
More than 40 young adults and clergy from the Philadelphia region have arrived in Rome for the Jubilee of Young People. View live updates from their journey here.
Jubilee of Young People Drawing Dozens of Philadelphians to Rome Next Week
An estimated 1 million youth and young adults, including a local contingent led by Archbishop Pérez and Bishop McIntyre, will enjoy pilgrimage events and Mass with Pope Leo XIV.
Local Youth Channel Hope Through Art in Catholic Charities’ Summer Meals Program
Under the theme “The Art of Hope” youth participants not only received free, nutritious meals but also engaged in an art contest designed to foster positivity, unity, and creativity.
Ecumenical Service at Cathedral to Mark 1700th Anniversary of Council of Nicaea
A service marking the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea will be held Oct. 6 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
Sister Margaret Mary Mahon, SSJ, dies at 86
Sister Margaret Mary Mahon, (formerly Sister Catherine Ann,) age 86, died on July 19, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Sister Grace D. Pino, SSJ, dies at 92
Sister Grace D. Pino SSJ, (formerly S. Maria Goretti), age 92, died on July 17, 2025, at Saint Joseph Villa.
Father Nicholas Rashford, S.J., St. Joseph’s U President for 17 years, dies at 85
The Jesuit priest led the university through a period of growth and change from 1986 to 2003, forging international business partnerships, starting a graduate business school and leading campus construction projects.
Papal Cross at Malvern Retreat House Bolstered by Hands of Late Builder
Nicola “Nick” DiProspero, Sr. died 17 days before his final masonry job – the pedestal supporting the 40-foot cross at the retreat center – was dedicated by Archbishop Pérez.
Martha’s Choice Guests Become Cooks, Build Community with Their Own Recipes
Martha’s Choice Marketplace and Community Farm is fostering community through a new program where guests share recipes, cook together, and connect over food grown at the pantry’s own farm.
Bishop Mark Eckman Installed as Pittsburgh’s 13th Bishop; Archbishop Pérez Presides Over Mass
Archbishop Pérez joined Church leaders July 14 in welcoming Bishop Mark Eckman as the 13th Bishop of Pittsburgh.