Local News
South Philly Priest Named as Catholic Relief Services Global Fellow
In addition to serving at St. Monica Parish, Father Edward Town presents to local parishes and schools CRS’ life-saving work of helping the neediest around the world and here at home.
St. Francis Xavier Parishioners Enjoy First St. Patrick’s Day Party in 7 Years
The parish in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood resumed a longtime tradition interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The party reunited former residents and welcomed young parishioners for music, dance, and fun.
Hub Life Sessions Envision Future of Parish, Missionary Hub Activities
St. Matthew Parish in Philadelphia hosted one in a series of sessions exploring how area parishes and missionary hubs can coordinate evangelization, service and other ministries in local communities.
Photo features
Archbishop Confirms 30 Young Catholics at St. Cyril of Jerusalem, Jamison
Archbishop Nelson Pérez confirmed 30 young Catholics March 11 at the Bucks County Parish.
St. Colman Parish, Ardmore, Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation
Archbishop Nelson Pérez confirmed 12 young Catholics March 8 at St. Colman Parish in Ardmore. See our photo gallery.
Calendar of Events
Renowned Irish Tenor to Perform Benefit Concert for IHM Sisters March 15
Join the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary for a benefit concert featuring Irish tenor Mark Forrest in the Sacred Heart Chapel at the Villa Maria House of Studies
Philly Pops Brass Ensemble to Bring Broadway Favorites to North Philly
The event celebrates the enduring spirit of Broadway and the power of live music in sacred spaces.
Delaware County Charismatic Communities to Host Healing Mass March 23
Join the Delaware County Charismatic Renewal for a Healing Mass at St. Thomas the Apostle March 23, with prayer teams available and all welcome.
Profile
Lauren Joyce Brings ‘Startup Energy’ to Missionary Hub in Phoenixville
The Chester County native leads the Missionary Hub at St. Ann Parish, where she sees the good work the Holy Spirit is accomplishing. She loves to build bold new ventures, evangelize those seeking connection, and build the flame of a relationship with Jesus.
Setting the World on Fire for Christ, at least in NE Philly, is Jeffrey Shields’ Goal
The Missionary Hub director at St. Matthew Parish in the city’s Mayfair section brings a creative missionary spirit and a lifetime of evangelization and ministry experience to his new role.
