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Some traditional formalities do not ring true with Pope Francis
UPDATED - Pope Francis has made it more than obvious that he does not like people kissing his ring.
Pope to visit Africa in September, Vatican announces
The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis will visit the eastern African nation of Mozambique and the island nations of Madagascar and Mauritius in the Indian Ocean Sept. 4-10.
Pope praises service of Italian missionary sister in Africa
Pope Francis presented the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Cross to an elderly Italian missionary sister who dedicated her life to caring for mothers as a midwife in Congo, delivering more than 3,000 babies.
Becoming a seafarers’ chaplain was not exactly his retirement plan
Deacon Dileep Athaide boards these vessels to offer prayers, rosaries, ship blessings, a listening ear, and a free ride out of the port to a nearby mall or church.
Pompeo says Trump administration tightening pro-life Mexico City Policy
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared that under the Trump administration, the policy would be supplemented with new restrictions to prevent backdoor funding of abortions.
Drexel Hill concert bill looks to AbbeyFest, 6 months out
Some 500 fans of contemporary Christian worship music came out to Bonner and Prendergast High School last week for a concert ahead of this fall's sixth annual AbbeyFest at Daylesford Abbey, Paoli.
Cultural richness in archdiocese evident at Cathedral Mass
Thirty nations were represented with colorful banners and distinctive dress as Archbishop Chaput celebrated Mass March 23, thanking the people for their witness of faith and love of their culture.
Dinner for Guiding Star and Our Lady’s House
You are invited to join our upcoming dinner on Thursday, May 2, and rejoice in the testimonies of women and children whose lives have been changed, thanks to all who have helped these maternity homes over the years.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Festival
The second annual festival at the South Philadelphia parish features a live outdoor concert, tours of the historic 147-year-old church, food, fun and much more.
40 Days for Life Visit to Northeast Philadelphia
Former Planned Parenthood manager and current 40 Days for Life Director of Outreach Sue Thayer will share her story of transformation in Northeast Philadelphia on April 3rd.