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Conwell-Egan teacher inspires faith in teens through music
Singing in the parish choir led Tom Kuchler to a career in arts education. Now, he's helping students at the archdiocesan high school in Fairless Hills to use their God-given talents for the church and the world.
Vatican publishes pope’s Christmas schedule
Pope Francis has a full schedule of Christmastime liturgies planned for December and January, including the customary baptism of newborn babies Jan. 13, the feast of the Baptism of the Lord.
Pope: Prepare for Christ’s birth by recognizing mistakes, sowing peace
Advent is a time for people to think about what they can change about themselves so that they can sow the seeds of peace, justice and fraternity in their daily lives, Pope Francis said.
Algerian martyrs bear witness to dialogue, peace, pope says
The lives of 19 religious men and women martyred during the Algerian civil war are a testament to God's plan of love and peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims, Pope Francis said.
Beef & Beer to Benefit Bill and Sue Wixted
Hosted by the Knights of Columbus, Mary Queen of Angels #12384 located at St Martha's Parish in NE Philadelphia, this event is to help defray the medical costs of a dear brother.
Training planned for women interested in politics
Ready to Run Pennsylvania provides non-partisan political training to encourage women to run for government leadership positions.
Peace in the Womb Christmas Caroling
Join this annual event on Saturday, Dec. 22 in the Chinatown area of Philadelphia, and sing carols about the Christ child before an empty Christmas creche.
Knights of Columbus Larabida Council Christmas Party
The Knights of Columbus Larabida Council 1191 will host their annual Christmas Party on Thursday December 20th at the School Hall.
Surprise! Pope makes several impromptu visits
Pope Francis made surprise visits Dec. 7 and 8 to people receiving medical care far from their homes, to a dozen intellectually challenged young people and to the staff of a major Rome newspaper.
Marking feast day, pope asks Mary’s care of families seeking refuge
The pope concluded his public celebration of the feast of the Immaculate Conception, Dec. 8, by making the traditional papal visit to a statue of Mary erected in Rome's historic center to honor Catholic teaching that Mary was conceived without sin.