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St. Elizabeth Honored as Only Catholic Blue Ribbon School in Pa.
The parish school in Chester Springs celebrated a “blue Christmas” with joy upon its recognition as an Exemplary High Performing School. The new state award replaces the federal awards cancelled after 43 years.
From Rice Pudding to Renewal, Corona Finds Calling to Missionary Discipleship
Rooted in years of ministry, personal conversion, and a passion for evangelization, Nina Marie Corona steps into her new role as Missionary Hub director ready to meet people in their need and guide them back to God.
Reverend John J. Sibel
Reverend John J. Sibel, retired, resident, Villa Saint Joseph, Darby, died on Friday, January 2, 2026.
Reverend John R. McFadden
Reverend John R. McFadden, retired, resident, Villa Saint Joseph, Darby, died on Friday, January 2, 2026.
Sister Estelle Marker, SSJ, dies at 88
Sister Estelle Marker SSJ, (formerly Sister St. Irma,) age 88, died on December 14, 2025, at St. Joseph Villa.
Sister Mary Sarah McNally, RSM, dies at 88
Sister Mary Sarah McNally, RSM, age 88, a member of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, died peacefully on December 14, 2025, at McAuley Convent in Merion, PA.
Sister Kathleen Duffy, RSM, dies at 92
Sister Kathleen Duffy, RSM, age 92, a member of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, died peacefully on November 30, 2025, at McAuley Convent in Merion, PA.
Advent Retreatants at Cathedral Reminded ‘Christ Himself is Present in the Poor’
Dozens of participants at a retreat Dec. 13 reflected on “Dilexi Te,” the recent letter of Pope Leo XIV, on the need to encounter marginalized people with love, and on the ways indifference to them can occur.
Sidelined by Knee Injury, Sophia Topakas Leads as Champion Teammate
The Archbishop Wood senior soccer star suffered a devastating setback midway through her team’s run to the state title, but her resilience, maturity, and bench presence made her a still-valuable contributor.
Local Parishes Evangelize with Advent, Christmas Decor
Many parish volunteers are hard at work decorating their church as they’ve done for years, while others place laser-focus on the days of Advent at hand.