People and Events
Philadelphian aboard aircraft carrier named sailor of the day
Liam Sanborn, a U.S. Navy sailor serving aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis, received the honor from his commanding officers during operations in the North Atlantic.
St. Joe’s Prep students, faculty use Jesuit examen daily
The private Catholic high school in Philadelphia has adopted one of the core practices of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola across all sectors of school life.
Vincentians mark 170 years in Philadelphia with gala
The Oct. 10 “Hearts on Fire” gathering celebrated almost two centuries of local ministry by the congregation, which includes outreach to the poor and marginalized, as well as the operation of the Miraculous Medal Shrine in the city's Germantown section.
Augustinians name layman new director of St. Rita Shrine
Jonathan Jerome, a longtime university campus minister, becomes just the second lay leader of the shrine in South Philadelphia that is run under the auspices of the Augustinian friars.
Caring for Friends touts awardees who aid the hungry
The Northeast Philadelphia organization formerly known as Aid for Friends will honor five community leaders working to end hunger and loneliness among the city's seniors and families.
Hallahan students learn how to save lives, thanks to heartfelt donation
Communications CEO Brian Tierney provided a CPR training kit to the girls' high school, honoring his mother's studies there and supporting a state-wide effort to make CPR part of the curriculum.
Catholic school teacher selected for World War I history program
Kevin MacLennan of SS. Peter and Paul School in West Chester is one of only 114 educators selected for a National History Day effort that promotes a deeper understanding of a conflict that redefined modern warfare.
Young adults begin year of service across U.S., Peru
A new group of Augustinian Volunteers, who were commissioned Aug. 25, are celebrating their recent college graduation by rolling up their sleeves to help, and learn from, others.
Villa Joseph Marie opens new performing arts center
The Bucks County high school for girls, founded by the Sisters of St. Casimir, recently celebrated the completion of a state-of-the-art, 600-seat venue that will host its inaugural show -- a retrospective of past school productions -- on Nov. 22-24.
Polish American festival draws tens of thousands to celebrate heritage, faith
Traditional music, dance, costume, crafts and (of course) food filled the five-day-long Polish American Family Festival and Country Fair. Now in its 54th year, the gathering at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa brings both past and present alive.