Commentaries
Securing Our Catholic Faith Through Planned Giving
Planned gifts are often simple to complete yet have a tremendous impact on the future of our Catholic community says Garrett Owen of the Catholic Foundation.
Integrating Care for Creation and Care for the Poor
Bill Stigliani, Chair of the Care for Creation Committee at Old St. Joseph’s Parish in Philadelphia, talks about how we can respond to the cry of both the Earth and those in need.
Breaking the Silence: A Call to Action for Child Abuse Prevention Month
As we observe Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, let us recommit ourselves to the fight against child abuse, says Leslie Davila, Director of the archdiocesan Office for Child and Youth Protection.
“The Joy of the Gospel…Thank you Sister Mary Roger!”
Father Stephen Thorne reflects on his friend, Sister Mary Thibodeaux, SBS, who passed away the morning of March 11.
St. Joseph’s Spirit of Selfless Leadership
As we move closer to Easter, may St. Joseph's spirit of selfless leadership serve as an example for all of us writes Sarah Hanley.
EcoPhilly Annual Conference Pulses with Energy, Enthusiasm, and Community
EcoPhilly, the archdiocesan creation-care initiative, hosted its third annual conference on Feb. 24 and covered topics such as pollution, endangered species, climate change, environmental justice, and more.
The Climate Change Crisis is Now!
Marge Vance, Chapter Leader for the Catholic Relief Services Philadelphia-area chapter, says hunger and climate change are two of the most critical global issues facing the world today.
A Greener Lent?
Janelle Cooney, a member of EcoPhilly’s Leadership team and parishioner at St. John Chrysostom Parish, explains how we can all join our creation care allies across the Archdiocese to make a difference this Lent.
Embrace Reflection and Action This Lenten Season
In his first column for CatholicPhilly, Garrett Owen, Chief Philanthropy Officer The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia, shares how Lent provides us with an opportunity to align our actions with our beliefs.
Salute to African American Teachers
In honor of Black History month, Sister Stephanie Henry, SBS, president of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, writes how we should honor all African American role models, especially teachers and parents, during this month-long celebration.