People and Events
Archdiocesan Students Rally at Capitol for Education Choice, EITC Anniversary
Students and leaders from archdiocesan high schools joined school choice advocates at the Rockin’ the Capitol 2026 rally in Harrisburg on May 5 to promote K 12 school choice and highlight the 25th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit program.
Philadelphia March for Life Draws Faithful to Center City
The annual Philadelphia March for Life was held April 25, hosted by the Pro‑Life Union of Greater Philadelphia, bringing together clergy, families, and pro‑life advocates from across the region.
Villanova Students Help Launch Pope Leo Village in North Philadelphia
Villanova University students joined Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia on April 18 to kick off Pope Leo Village, a multiyear affordable housing initiative focused on building and rehabilitating homes in North Philadelphia.
Roman Catholic Mock Trial Team Wins State Championship
Roman Catholic High School’s Mock Trial Team capped an undefeated season by winning the Pennsylvania State Championship on March 29 in Harrisburg.
St. Hubert Hosts Inaugural Healthcare Careers Symposium
St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls hosted its inaugural Jefferson “Healthcare Careers in 1-2-3” Symposium on March 27, engaging more than 50 students in hands-on learning with Jefferson Health professionals.
Artists to Unveil War‑Inspired Painting at Ukrainian Cathedral
Ukrainian artists will publicly unveil a large-scale collaborative painting Sunday, March 29 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Philadelphia, concluding a monthlong art project responding to the war in Ukraine.
St. John Fisher, Boothwyn, Donates Nearly 1,000 Gifts Through Advent Drive
The Delaware County parish collected nearly 1,000 gifts and dozens of gift cards through its annual Advent giving tree drive.
Young Catholic Professionals Philadelphia Names New President
Young Catholic Professionals Philadelphia welcomes new president Autumn Gargiule as the chapter enters its fifth year.
Family Film Offers Philly-Flavored Take on Nativity Story
“Finding Christmas,” available on streaming platforms, is set in Northeast Philadelphia as it follows the story of a young man who travels in a dreamy adventure with an angel to the time of Christ’s birth, and back to his city neighborhood.
Cristo Rey Philadelphia Celebrates Mission Moments Gathering
The Nov. 19 gathering brought together Cristo Rey Philadelphia supporters to reflect on the religious charisms and faith communities that continue to guide the school’s culture and mission since its founding.