People and Events
Local youth groups attend Steubenville retreat
Six groups of young Catholics attended the Steubenville Youth Conference at Franciscan University at Steubenville, Ohio, June 19-21.
Catholic Charities partners with Philadelphia Phillies
Proceeds from the Phillies' game June 26 benefits the annual appeal. A student of Our Lady of Confidence Day School is warming up for a chance to throw out the first pitch.
Business leader to head Villa Joseph Marie High School
Business executive Thomas Kardish, a Harvard and Wharton school grad, will become president of the Holland, Bucks County, school July 1.
Two tons of pasta donated to archdiocesan agency
The gift to archdiocesan Nutritional Development Services is in recognition of Pope Francis' visit to Philadelphia this Sept. 26-27 and his call to serve the poor.
$.5 million matching gift helps Catholic schools
Faith in the Future Foundation will launch a day-long fund drive Wednesday, May 27 to bolster a $500,000 gift from an anonymous donor.
Collection set for Nepal quake relief
Catholics of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia can contribute to a collection in support of victims of the earthquake in Nepal during Masses May 30-31.
Walkathon raises money for Catholic school
Students of St. Joseph School in Downingtown helped fund improved academic materials and technology initiatives for their school.
Fundraiser helps restock Philabundance
Sixth grade students from Good Shepherd Catholic School in Ardsley raised $1,427 for the organization that provides food for the needy.
‘Wizard of Oz’ performance
Presentation B.V.M. School in Cheltenham involved 50 students from grades three to eight in the play.
Devon Prep Mathletes win archdiocesan championship
Team members learned the competition isn’t just about solving math problems, it’s also about learning skills to solve problems in life.