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Sister Elizabeth Mary Murphy, who ministered for 45 years in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, dies at 92

Sister Elizabeth Mary Murphy, OSF, died in Assisi House on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023.

Lector workshops at the Cathedral

The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul will host a workshop for lectors on Wednesday, Jan. 18 in the Cathedral Chapel.

Sister Janice Marie Johnson dies at 84

Sister Janice Marie Johnson, a Sister of Mercy, died on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023 in Allentown, PA.

Archbishop to host annual MLK interfaith prayer service

Archbishop Pérez will be the principal convener of the Annual Archdiocesan Interfaith Prayer Service Jan 15. commemorating the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sister Emily Therese Connor dies at 80

Sister Emily Therese Connor, a Sister of Mercy, died on Jan. 7, 2023 at McAuley Convent.

Sister Mary Rita Robinson dies at 96

Sister Mary Rita Robinson, a Sister of Mercy, died on Dec. 19, 2022 at McAuley Convent.

Permanent Deacon Myron A. Moskowitz dies at 73

Deacon Myron A. Moskowitz died on Jan. 6, 2023 after a long battle with advanced pulmonary disease.

Annual Mass for Religious Education

The annual Mass for Religious Education will take place Jan. 14 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Catholic Foundation launches new grant program for 2023

In a Dec. 15 announcement, the Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia announced its Angel Award to support innovative evangelization efforts throughout the five-county region.

Permanent Deacon Joseph A. Ruggiero dies at 61

Deacon Joseph A. Ruggiero, age 61, died on December 31, 2022, after a long battle with cancer.