People and Events

Philadelphian Franciscan Sisters Celebrate 2024 Jubilarians

Twelve of the jubilarians have served in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Local Women Attend Leadership Forum, Focus on Mentorship and Faith Formation

Their trip was made possible through a scholarship drawn from the proceeds of the annual Catholic Women’s Conference sponsored by the Office for the New Evangelization.

Conflict Management Program Celebrates 25 Years Serving Philadelphia Youth

Staff from Catholic Social Services gathered June 26 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its youth anger management and social responsibility therapy program, A Better Way.

Bishop Shanahan HS Welcomes New President

Teresa Dellicompagni has been named as the next president of the Chester County high school by Archbishop Pérez.

Catholic Charismatic Conference Hosts Annual Conference

This year's theme was “Prophecy For Our Time: Are YOU ready? – Holy Spirit Empower Us!"

Lansdale Catholic HS Names Director of Inaugural Program for Students with Learning Differences

Dr. Jessica Jefferis will be the first Director of the St. Ignatius of Loyola Achievement Program.

Faithful Gather for 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer in Delco

Approximately 300 people of various faiths gathered at Rose Tree Park in Media on Thursday, May 2 for the 73rd annual National Day of Prayer. This year’s theme was to “Lift The Word of God and Bring His Light Into the World.”

St. Hubert HS Hosts Women in Technology Conference

Students took part in activities such as coding utilizing Artificial Intelligence and had opportunities for mentoring sessions with female leaders from Philadelphia-area corporations.

Catholic Charities of South Jersey Names New Executive Director

Dr. Maria Elena Hallion has been appointed as the next Executive Director of Catholic Charities of South Jersey, the Diocese of Camden announced April 25.

Phillie Phanatic Visits Students at Mother of Providence Regional School

The Phanatic visited Mother of Providence Regional Catholic School in Wallingford to celebrate their participation in the Phillies' Phanatic about Reading program.