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Brother priests and military chaplains reunited in burial ceremony
Amid the ceremony of a military burial, Father Francis Brett was reunited after more than 50 years with his younger priest brother Robert -- both Philadelphia natives -- at Arlington National Cemetery.
On Balkans visit, pope to touch sensitive issues of ecumenism, migration
Pope Francis will head to the Eastern periphery of Europe May 5-7, visiting Bulgaria and North Macedonia. The predominantly Orthodox Christian countries have deep poverty, high emigration and both struggle to handle refugees.
Catholics want church to invest in ethical funds, survey says
Nine in 10 respondents to a new survey said Catholic organizations should invest church funds in socially responsible ways in line with Catholic values. A third of respondents said they are giving less to their parish.
Court says Philadelphia can end faith-based agencies’ foster care
An appeals court ruled April 22 that the city can bar archdiocesan Catholic Social Services from placing children in foster care with any family because CSS upholds traditional marriage. Two other states are grappling the issue.
St. Mary’s Second Annual Beer BBQ
St. Mary Parish's Beer-B-Que will offer delicious food from 10 different competition barbecue teams, plus local craft beer, games and fun for everyone -- all are welcome!
Summer Garden Internship
The Summer Garden Internship is a three-week long program for students over the age of 18 interested in environmental care. This opportunity provides hands-on experience to care for the earth, through service at Redeemer Valley Garden, a ministry of the Sisters of the Redeemer.
Bonner-Prendie junior joins career 100-goal club
Lindsey Fagan is the latest in a line of girls' lacrosse standouts at the Drexel Hill Catholic high school to pass the career milestone. And with another year coming, she is aiming for 200 goals.
Living with Cardiomyopathy Family Conference
The Children’s Cardiomyopathy Foundation is hosting the Living with Cardiomyopathy Family Conference, a free educational event for patients, family members, and healthcare professionals, on October 11-12 in Philadelphia, PA.
“Sweet as Can Bee” Community Baby Shower
All expectant mothers and fathers, as well as parents with children under one year old, are invited to the "Sweet as Can Bee" Community Baby Shower! Get ready for the arrival of your little one and join us for light refreshments, giveaways, raffles, music, vendors, and helpful information.
Mater Dei Council Blood Drive
Help Knights of Columbus Mater Dei Council give blood to others.