People and Events
Delco Residents Pray, Sing at Service Marking National Day of Prayer
The long-running prayer service in Media’s Rose Tree Park drew leaders of various congregations and denominations to celebrate “how the Lord has blessed this land,” said an organizer.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with CRS: Honor Moms, Support Global Relief
This Mother’s Day, make a donation to Catholic Relief Services in a loved one’s name and support life-saving work around the world. A commemorative postcard will be sent to each honored recipient.
Nominations Open for 2025 BLOCS Teacher Appreciation Award
Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools (BLOCS) is accepting nominations for its 2025 BLOCS Teacher Appreciation Award, sponsored by FlynnO’Hara Uniforms. The deadline for nominations is Monday, April 28.
Film on Blessed Carlo Acutis Premieres on Day of Canonization
Pope Francis will canonize the first saint from the millennial generation on April 27 in Rome, just as a documentary on the Italian teen’s life is shown for three days in nearly 1,000 U.S. theaters.
Rebuilt Conference Aims to Inspire Catholic Parish Renewal
Through honest conversations and real-world strategies and examples, attendees will not only be inspired but equipped with clear steps and fresh ideas to bring back to their parishes.
Roman Catholic Mock Trial Team Wins City Championship, Heads to States
Roman Catholic High School’s mock trial team captured the city championship with a win over Central High School Sunday, March 9.
Archbishop’s Commission on Racial Healing to Host Book Club
Participants will discuss “The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice: A Month of Meditations with St. Ignatius Loyola,” in person and online in March and April.
Bishop Cooke Joins St. Ambrose Parish for Rosary Prayer for Hope
St. Ambrose Parish holds weekly rosary prayers for immigrants experiencing fear and uncertainty.
Prayer Service at Cathedral Aims to Foster Hope and Perseverance, Peace and Justice in Ukraine
Catholic prelates and faithful will observe the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine during a prayer service Sunday, Feb. 16 at the Cathedral Basilica in Philadelphia.
Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat Highlights Importance of Jubilee Year
The Jan. 25 event, joined by Archbishop Pérez, brought ministers together to refresh and restore as they embark on the Jubilee Year.