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Pope advances sainthood causes of Canadian missionary, Polish martyr
The pope also formally recognized the martyrdom of 16 victims of the Spanish Civil War and advanced the causes of eight other men and women.
Bishops of Pa., N.J. spend Thanksgiving with pope
At a long meeting with Pope Francis Nov. 28 the bishops discussed issues including the sexual abuse crisis, the forthcoming McCarrick report and the diminishing number of Catholics on the East Coast.
St. Cyprian Christmas Bazaar
Shopping, Shopping, Shopping! Pictures with Santa, Face painting, Children's activity corner, Beautiful gift basket raffles along with 3 major raffle prizes, Food and fun.
Pro-Life Educational Foundation’s Christmas Party
For a $100 donation, enjoy an open bar and buffet, along with an insightful and encouraging message from Sean T. Flanagan, accomplished pro-life leader and Irish storyteller, before our Live Auction.
Friends of the Seminary Fundraising Dinner
The Redemptoris Mater Seminary of Philadelphia would like to thank all our friends and benefactors for their support of our new seminary, and invite you to join us at our 4th Annual Friends of the Seminary Fundraising Dinner.
Cathedral 40 Hours Eucharistic Devotion
Join the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral for Mass and Eucharistic adoration during the Cathedral Parish's 40 Hours Devotion.
Most Americans support life in prison over death penalty, says new poll
Most Americans support life imprisonment over the death penalty, according to a Gallup poll released Nov. 24, 2019, revealing a shift in the majority opinion on this issue for the first time in 34 years.
Belgian Salesians defend decision to send convicted pedophile to Africa
Father Carlo Loots, Belgian provincial vicar and spokesman for the Salesians of Don Bosco, said the order had learned from the incident and changed some procedures.
Irish abuse commission says it overestimated kids in religious-run homes
The Commission to Inquire Into Child Abuse said the number of children housed in the institutions was approximately 42,000, about a quarter of the 170,000 previously cited in the 2009 Ryan Report.
Coat drive warms hearts and homes
At the sixth annual Operation Bundle Up on Nov. 30, archdiocesan Catholic Social Services wrapped more than 500 kids and adults in winter gear, while connecting families with needed resources.