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Mary inspires, assists those seeking their vocation, pope says
"Young people who are seeking or questioning their future can find Mary to be the one who helps them discern God's plan for them and find the strength to follow it," Pope Francis said.
Mass for persons with disabilities
The annual archdiocesan liturgy, which will be celebrated by Archbishop Charles Chaput on March 30 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, honors the gifts of those with disabilities, those in the deaf community, as well as family, friends and caregivers.
Prayer, dialogue, enthusiasm are key to making good choices, pope says
In a Vatican audience with staff, middle school and high school students from Padua's Barbarigo Institute, three students were chosen to ask Pope Francis questions, and all three queries had to do with making important choices in life.
Pope accepts resignation of embattled Chilean cardinal
UPDATED - Cardinal Ricardo Ezzati's is the eighth resignation Pope Francis accepted after almost every bishop in Chile offered to step down in May 2018 after a three-day meeting at the Vatican to discuss the clerical sexual abuse scandal.
Shroud of Turin presentation coming to Delco parish
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Morton, welcomes a speaker who has spent 30 years studying the shroud in all its aspects. The presentation with a Q&A will be held Thursday evening, March 28.
Community Concert at the Cathedral Basilica
On Saturday, March 30 at 7:30 pm the River Hill High School Choir, Clarksville, Md., will share their gift of song at the Cathedral Basilica Sts. Peter and Paul, Philadelphia.
Statue of the Scourged Christ
Our Lady of the Assumption Church cordially invites you to visit their church during Lent of this year to view the pilgrim Statue of the Scourged Christ.
‘Growing Up Catholic’ theme of annual Spring Lecture
The American Catholic Historical Society will welcome Mary Ellen O'Donnell on April 9 speaking on her new book, "Ingrained Habits: Growing Up Catholic in Mid-20th Century America."
Irish bands rock for Little Sisters of the Poor
An eclectic mix of musicians will headline the March 30 benefit at Villanova University, with proceeds set to support the congregation's Holy Family Home for the aged in Southwest Philadelphia.
St. Mary Parish serves Friday fish dinners in Lent
From March 15 through April 12, diners can enjoy eat-in or takeout meals that include weekly specials such as salmon and crabcakes, along with homemade desserts and family-friendly prices.