Photo features
Preparations on Ben Franklin Parkway hit high gear
Construction of the stage for the papal events and other work is proceeding on the parkway as Pope Francis' arrival in Philadelphia nears. See our photo gallery.
‘Community Table’ event feeds and challenges its attendees
Philadelphia's leaders and community members, some of whom suffer food insecurity, gathered for a dinner to raise awareness of the needs of the poor and to reflect Pope Francis' concern for them.
St. Katharine Drexel School opens with Mass, blessing of families
The first Mass of the school year at St. Katharine Drexel School in Holland was a family affair, a theme prompted by the upcoming World Meeting of Families and the visit to Philadelphia by Pope Francis.
Papal banners readied for city’s streets
A series of banners touting the visit of Pope Francis to Philadelphia and the World Meeting of Families began to be installed at 550 locations in center city Sept. 14.
Stages for papal events show striking designs and backgrounds
See our photo gallery of renderings for stages for the papal address at Independence Hall plus the Festival of Families and papal Mass on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Bowes family receives big news of papal meeting
The St. Christopher parishioners reacted with complete surprise as they learned that among all the families in Philadelphia, they will be welcoming Pope Francis to the city.
Across the Aisles: St. John Chrysostom Church
Persons with disabilities and their loved ones and caregivers are welcomed to a monthly Mass at St. John Parish, in Wallingford. See our photo gallery of the recent Mass Sept. 6.
Across the Aisles: St. Patrick Parish, Kennett Square
Father Christopher Rogers was installed Aug. 1 as pastor of St. Patrick's by Bishop John J. McIntyre. See our photo gallery on the festivities.
Crowd gathers for prayer exhibit at Cathedral
Prayers were offered for the dedication of the "Knotted Grotto" at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, Philadelphia, Sept. 3. See our photo gallery.
Across the Aisles: Hispanic Heritage Mass
Some 600 Catholics celebrated their heritage and their faith at the 10th annual Mass Aug. 29 at Holy Innocents Church. See our photo gallery.