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Pope advances sainthood causes, including Brazil’s ‘Mother Teresa’
The pope recognized the miracle needed for the canonization of Blessed Dulce Lopes Pontes, who was a member of the Missionary Sisters of the Immaculate Conception.
Students raise more than $57K for special ed schools
Archdiocesan high school students from across the Philadelphia Archdiocese raised money for the four archdiocesan schools of special education in the Catholic School Students for Catholic Charities initiative.
Chicago archbishop apologizes for Farrakhan visit to Catholic Church
Cardinal Cupich says he was blindsided by Farrakhan's invitation to speak at Chicago's St. Sabina Church May 9 and is condemning his remarks.
Roman Catholic HS grad’s estate bequeaths $480K gift
More than a century after he entered Roman Catholic High School and some 20 years after his death, Louis C. Biggi is helping to fund the school's ongoing expansion.
Parish near Colorado school shooting responds with prayer, counseling
Once it was ascertained that all the children from the parish had escaped physical harm, the next step was to offer support to the middle- and high-school students who may have witnessed the traumatic event.
South African bishops to new president: Focus on jobs, ending corruption
"We call on the ruling party to develop a national strategic plan" to address joblessness among young people, which has contributed to "the disenchantment and voter apathy among the youth," the Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference said.
Alaska thrift shop raises $1 million for a Catholic school
Store manager Mary Manes initially was dubious last fall when her husband speculated that they'd probably raised over $1 million via the thrift shop, which along with the school is a ministry of St. Benedict Church in Anchorage.
Holy Spirit stirs St. Bartholomew’s to make lemonade from lemons
The 100-year-old Northeast Philadelphia parish had a big debt and dwindling parishioners, so they converted the 1,800-seat church to host 600 worshipers, and the new social hall has reinvigorated the neighborhood.
Matthew Kelly will be presenting his talk “Living Everyday With Passion & Purpose”
Are you thriving or just surviving? Are you searching for a deeper sense of purpose? More joy? Don’t miss Dynamic Catholic and Matthew Kelly’s upcoming event!
Mother of Divine Grace Italian Festival
Mother of Divine Grace, located in Philadelphia's Port Richmond section, will hold its annual festival May 30, May 31, June 1 and June 6, 7, and 8 starting at 6 pm.