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‘Flourish’ women’s retreat features Sarah Christmyer
Break away from the demands of life and plant yourself more deeply in the source of joy! This retreat in June creates space for a fresh encounter with God.
Paddleboard adventure maintains prayer-work balance
A morning on the lake at Marsh Creek State Park paddle boarding, led by Heather Makowicz this summer, aims to help participants find the balance between prayer and a busy life.
Spread mercy, build fraternity, pope urges Morocco’s Christian minority
Celebrating Mass with members of Morocco's tiny Catholic community, Pope Francis praised them for the many ways they "bear witness to the Gospel of mercy in this land."
Penn Newman Center Hosts Famed Atheist Convert
Join us for a special Newman Night with renowned speaker, author, and atheist-turned-Catholic Leah Libresco in this interactive workshop in collaboration with Collegium
Mission success isn’t measured by numbers, pope says in Morocco
The Christian mission is not about numbers of converts, but about changing people and the world by being witnesses of God's mercy and love, Pope Francis told missionaries in Morocco.
Pope visits Muslim training center, migrants in Morocco
A religious faith respectful of others and care for migrants were key themes in Pope Francis' speech at his arrival ceremony in Rabat March 30.
Pope, Moroccan king urge special care of Jerusalem
In a joint declaration signed March 30 at the royal palace in Rabat, the pope and king said they were "deeply concerned" for the city's "spiritual significance and its special vocation as a city of peace."
Education, dialogue essential for peace, say pope and king
Greeted by King Mohammed VI, a steady rain, ululating women and cheering crowds, Pope Francis arrived in Rabat March 30 for a 28-hour visit to Morocco.
Chaput: Look toward church’s future with optimism, not sense of defeat
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput said that although people have good reason to feel anger toward the Catholic Church and fear for its future, those emotions can be viewed as signs of hope, depending on how the church responds to them.
Lourdes in a Day with Order of Malta Philadelphia Chapter
The Philadelphia Order of Malta Chapter will host a pilgrimage for those in need of healing at Our Lady of Lourdes parish. The day will include, rosary, adoration, lunch, and confession.