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Women speak through prayer for Little Sisters of the Poor

A rally cosponsored by the group Women Speak for Themselves and the archdiocesan Office for the New Evangelization drew about 100 people to support the Little Sisters of the Poor.

Green hermits: An ancient vocation meets a new awareness

Watch a video on how environmental concern and Pope Francis' ministry are contributing to a growing interest in the vocation of hermits in the church.

Serra Club welcomes Tony Melendez to seminary benefit

Watch a video of the benefit concert and fundraising event for vocations programs in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, held Jan. 30 at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary.

Clergy, religious and laity hitting streets with mercy

Mother of Mercy House offers spiritual comfort and meets human needs in the "K&A" neighborhood of Kensington in North Philadelphia. Watch our video on the project.

Remembering Dr. King in word and song

Watch a video of the Archdiocesan Prayer Service honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday night. The Philadelphia Catholic Mass Choir provided music for the service at St. Katharine Drexel Church.

Pray with Pope Francis in new monthly video

The pope has introduced a new twist on an old practice of prayer. His monthly prayer intentions now feature a video. Watch January's intention for interreligious dialogue, and see our prayer resources.

Research shows TV viewing can harm your body and brain

A 25-year study conducted by researchers in California, Maryland and Minnesota shows the negative impact TV watching has on a person's body and brain.

Movie review: Krampus

The Catholic News Service classification for "Krampus" is A-III -- adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is PG-13 -- parents strongly cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

2014-2015 Audited Financial Statements of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia

Office for Financial Services - Supplemental narrative to audited financial statements for the Office for Financial Services

Catholic music festival wows the young crowd

Watch a video of the sometimes raucous, and sometimes solemn AbbeyFest last weekend at Daylesford Abbey, featuring Matt Maher and other top Christian artists.