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Photos: Man Up Philly Draws Hundreds for 18th Annual Conference
The annual gathering brought Catholic men from across the Archdiocese together for prayer, testimony, and reflection on living their faith in daily life.
St. Hilary of Poitiers Parish Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation
Archbishop Nelson Pérez confirmed 35 young Catholics Feb. 26 at the Montgomery County Parish.
Calendar of Events
Lenten Reflections Evening Retreat at Daylesford Abbey March 20
The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation invites the faithful to a peaceful Lenten evening retreat of reflection, prayer, and renewal at Daylesford Abbey.
Seminary to Host 2026 Cardinal Foley Lecture on Media and Papacy
Dominican Father Patrick Mary Briscoe, a popular podcast host and noted preacher, will offer the annual lecture on Tuesday, March 17 at 7 p.m. in the Julia Ball Auditorium at Gwynedd Mercy University.
Hearts on Fire: A Jesuit Lenten Retreat for Young Adults Set for March 21
This retreat offers young adults ages 21–39, held March 21 at Old St. Joseph’s Church in Philadelphia, a mid‑Lent opportunity for guided prayer, reflection, and fellowship.
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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.
USCCB
The Catholic Relief Services Collection Reveals Christ’s Love to Vulnerable at Home and Abroad
Archbishop Coakley Echoes Pope Leo XIV’s Appeal for Renewed Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East
Hispanic Catholics
Santa del Mes, Especial de Cuaresma – La Voz de Dios March 1, 2026
En este especial de Cuaresma, La Voz de Dios nos invita a descubrir la vida y el legado de Saint Katharine Drexel, la santa heredera de Filadelfia que transformó su fortuna en misión.