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Local Woman’s Kindness Ministry Surprises Strangers with Fresh, Recycled Flowers
Patricia Gallagher, a parishioner at Corpus Christi Parish in Lansdale, leads the Happy Flower Day Project, spreading kindness to others by giving recycled flowers a fresh purpose.
American Catholic Historical Society to Hold Virtual Lecture on Catholic-Protestant Relations Oct. 15
Join the American Catholic Historical Society for a virtual lecture on Catholic-Protestant relations given by Dr. Leah Mickens on Oct. 15 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
St. Charles Seminary to Hold New Campus Open House Oct. 13
Explore Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary’s new campus in Lower Gwynedd on Oct. 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
New Director Looks Forward to Guiding Catholic Men in Finding Their Vocations
Father David O’Brien, appointed last June to head the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, says he desires “to be a good example of the priesthood” and to help those interested view this vocation as a viable option.
St. Joseph Parish, Aston, to Hold Triduum Oct. 6-8
Join St. Joseph Parish in Aston for three days of services and events at their Parish Triduum Oct. 6-8 at St. Joseph Church.
Annual Catholic Women’s Conference Set for Oct. 19
Join the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for Evangelization for the Catholic Women’s Conference on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa.
Catholic Foundation Welcomes New CEO
In an Sept. 26 announcement, The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia announced the appointment of Ted Qualli as president and CEO, effective Oct. 16.
Joyful Films’ Katharine Drexel Story Wins Mid-Atlantic EMMY
The award-winning film “The Total Gift: A Katharine Drexel Story” delves into what fueled the Philadelphia saint’s inspiration for her extensive service to African Americans and Native Americans: her devotion to the Eucharist.
St. Richard Parish Readies for 100th Anniversary
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez will celebrate this Sunday’s 2 p.m. centennial commemorative Mass at the South Philadelphia parish.
Catholic Human Services Names Daniel Dougherty Jr. as Next Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Daniel Dougherty will succeed Deacon Franz Fruehwald, who is retiring following three decades of service to those in need in the Philadelphia Archdiocese.