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Delco parish hosts charismatic healing Mass

Father Rayford Emmons will celebrate a Feb. 21 liturgy at St. Katharine of Siena in Wayne, as part of an evening that will include worship, praise and a healing service.

Miraculous Medal Shrine hosts Catholic business professionals event

Augustinian Father Robert Hagan of Villanova University, a former attorney, will speak on "Keeping the Faith in Everything We Do" at a Feb. 21 event hosted by the Central Association for the Miraculous Medal.

Archbishop Wood holds first ‘Forensic Toxicology Expo’

Students presented their research on more than 55 prescription, over-the-counter and illegal drugs at the Feb. 5 event, which highlighted both the school's science curriculum and the dangers of substance abuse.

‘Choir on Fire’ workshop set to energize liturgical musicians

Dr. John Miller of the Archdiocese of Newark will review the do's and "do more's" of effective choir preparation at a Feb. 23 workshop sponsored by the Association of Church Musicians in Philadelphia.

Neumann U looking for a few good computer hackers

With a growing need for advanced computer professionals, the school has created new majors in cybersecurity and data analytics, along with a state-of-the-art technology lab.

Montco CYO basketball honors players, parents

Eighth grade members of the team at Sacred Heart Parish in Royersford were recently recognized for their commitment and sportsmanship, while parents were thanked for their support.

Kurtz: ‘Gift of religious freedom’ at risk of ‘being taken for granted’

Archbishop Joseph Kurtz made the comments in his homily at the Diocese of Phoenix's annual recent Red Mass, celebrated recently at St. Mary's Basilica. Among those attending were judges, lawyers, government attorneys, lawmakers and law students.

Cassin’s support of Catholic education earns Drexel Award from FADICA

Business leader B.J. Cassin, a supporter of the nationwide Cristo Rey network of Catholic high schools for students from low-income families, is the 2019 recipient of the St. Katharine Drexel Award from Foundations and Donors Interested in Catholic Activities.

U.S. bishops condemn court’s denial of imam’s presence at execution

The U.S. bishops said they were troubled by his execution but also by the U.S. Supreme Court denying the Muslim man's request to have his imam at his execution.

Immaculata U to host undergrad info session

Prospective students will get an overview of academics, campus life, athletics, the admission process and financial aid at the Feb. 18 session, with time for questions and answers and a student-guided tour.