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Celebrate Marriage at the Cathedral: Wedding Anniversary Mass Set for May 2

Married couples celebrating their anniversaries, including newlyweds, are invited to the cathedral for a special Mass and time to reflect on their marriage as the source of grace for the couples and their families.

St. Gianna Feast Day Mass at Nativity of Our Lord Church Set for April 28

Celebrate St. Gianna Beretta Molla’s feast April 28 at Nativity of Our Lord, Warminster, with a Rosary, Mass, relic veneration, and reception.

Villanova to Mark First Anniversary of Pope Leo XIV with Panel Discussion

Villanova University will host “Pope Leo @ One: Augustinian, Pastoral, Prophetic” on April 28 at the Connelly Center Villanova Room, featuring a panel of Church leaders, journalists, and scholars reflecting on the first year of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate.

Pro Life Union of Greater Philadelphia’s March for Life Set for April 25

The annual Philadelphia March for Life will take place April 25 beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, before participants process to Independence Mall for a rally featuring speaker Ryan Bomberger.

Philly-Based Religious Orders Champion St. Francis in Jubilee Year

The Capuchin Franciscans and Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia live the beloved saint’s ministry and spirituality daily, during this year marking 800 years since his death.

Archdiocese Recognizes High School Scholar-Athletes for Fall and Winter Sports

The honor rolls recognize high school student‑athletes across the archdiocese who earned first- or second-honors academically while competing in their respective sports.

Roman Catholic Mock Trial Team Wins State Championship

Roman Catholic High School’s Mock Trial Team capped an undefeated season by winning the Pennsylvania State Championship on March 29 in Harrisburg.

200 Local Catholic School Students Join in Day of Service for Youths

Gathering with Archbishop Pérez April 15 at Lansdale Catholic High School, students from across the region stuffed bags of needed items for kids in Out of School Time Programs run by Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.

‘Disciple with a Camera’ Brings Kensington’s Forgotten to the Screen

With his documentary Mercy at the Gates, Newtown’s Dan Tarrant films not only the poor and addicted souls of the community, but the also the ministers who, like God, love them unconditionally.

Chemistry Teacher and Her Family Create Magic at a Very Special Prom

Archbishop Ryan High School’s gym was transformed into a prom setting on April 11 for young people with special needs thanks to Athletes Helping Athletes and volunteers like teacher Mary Beth Sullivan.