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For Retiring Deacon, Finance is a Work of Faith
As Permanent Deacon Franz Fruehwald prepares to retire as the chief financial officer of Catholic Human Services, he reflects on the “synergy” of his dual roles that are rooted in the Bible.
Adventurous Evangelism, Humble Service Mark Priest’s 100 years
Father James Kelly, who will celebrate his 75th year as a priest of the Philadelphia Archdiocese in June, recalls his friendship with St. Teresa of Kolkata, his numerous travels, and his commitment to priestly service.
Archdiocesan Priest Reflects on Life with Gratitude as He Turns 100
Father David Machain's 72 years as a priest include bilingual ministry in city and suburban parishes, encounters with St. John Paul II and a Philadelphia Eagles legend.
Social Worker Has Passion for Protecting Young People, ‘Making a Difference’ in Their Lives
A social worker with a lifelong passion for serving others, Robert Blake is the new Assistant Director of the Office for Child and Youth Protection in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Local Woman’s Kindness Ministry Surprises Strangers with Fresh, Recycled Flowers
Patricia Gallagher, a parishioner at Corpus Christi Parish in Lansdale, leads the Happy Flower Day Project, spreading kindness to others by giving recycled flowers a fresh purpose.
New Director Looks Forward to Guiding Catholic Men in Finding Their Vocations
Father David O’Brien, appointed last June to head the Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, says he desires “to be a good example of the priesthood” and to help those interested view this vocation as a viable option.
Inspired by Saint Faustina, Religious Sister Takes on New Role in Archdiocese
As the new Delegate for Consecrated Life, Sister Marie Faustina Wolniakowski, RSM, brings her deep relationship with the Lord to her work in support of all the sisters, brothers, virgins and hermits in the Philadelphia Archdiocese.
A Teenage Catholic Convert, He Now Leads Work for Life, Family for Archdiocese
Daniel Drain, the new director of the archdiocesan Office for Life and Family, promotes the Catholic vision of the family, helping “regular people attain holiness through regular living as husband and wife, and also healing through brokenness.”
New Director of Office for Black Catholics Hopes to Inspire All to Grow in Faith Together
Stacy Williams, Philadelphia native and Saint Charles Borromeo parishioner, describes her hopes for bringing together people of all cultures throughout the archdiocese.
‘We’re All in This Together’: A Q&A with New Superintendent of Catholic High Schools
CatholicPhilly recently connected with William Brannick about returning to the Philadelphia Archdiocese, goals for his new role, and what he sees as his greatest joys and challenges working in the field of Catholic education.