Photo features
Archdiocese Marks World Mission Sunday with Special Mass
Catholics from across the Archdiocese of Philadelphia came together Oct. 19 to celebrate World Mission Sunday Mass.
Scenes: Deacons and Wives Gather for Workshop at St. Charles Seminary
Deacons and their wives from across the Archdiocese gathered at St. Charles Seminary on Oct. 18 for a day of prayer, formation, and fellowship. See our photo gallery.
Third Cohort of Philly Youth Completes Catholic Charities Trade Program
Graduates of the Youth Skills Building Program received certificates, tool kits, and unveiled a new Phillies-themed room designed to support future cohorts in an Oct. 3 ceremony.
Profile
From Resident to Leader – How St. John’s Hospice Transformed One Man’s Life
Peter Greenland, once a resident of St. John’s Hospice and now a dedicated staff member, shelters and nourishes vulnerable men experiencing homelessness by offering safe refuge, warm meals, and compassionate care through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia.
A Safe Haven for Children, A Mission of Faith – D’Aulerio’s 20 Years with Catholic Charities of Philadelphia
For nearly 20 years, Dee D’Aulerio has supported and strengthened children and families through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia’s Out-of-School Time program, creating a safe, nurturing space rooted in faith, learning, and community.
Serving Seniors with Compassion is Senetta Boyd’s Lifelong Mission
Senetta Boyd, Social Services Care Manager with Catholic Housing and Community Services, stabilizes and enriches the lives of nearly 100 Philadelphia seniors by helping them live independently with dignity and faith-driven support.
Building Homes of Faith, Hope – Holly Piccirelli’s Journey with The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence Village
After two decades in several roles at Catholic Charities of Philadelphia, Holly Piccirelli now leads as Director of Professional Services and Performance, empowering Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to live with dignity, joy, and community.
Calendar of Events
‘Saints Alive!’ Event Brings Faith and History to Life in Doylestown Nov. 2
Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Doylestown will host Saints Alive! on Nov. 2 offering a unique evening of music, prayer, and relic veneration.
Charismatic Healing Mass at St. Katharine of Siena Oct. 30
The St. Katharine of Siena Charismatic Prayer Group will host a Mass of Healing on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. at Saint Katharine of Siena Church.
Vatican News
Attacks on Religious Liberty Increase, Say Cardinal, Papal Foundation
Religious freedom is not only a fundamental and essential human right, "it is also a pathway to truth and deeper communion with God and neighbor," said Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state.
Pope Leo Meets with Coalition of Survivors of Clergy Abuse
Pope Leo XIV met with a coalition of survivors of abuse and victims' advocates for the first time at the Vatican Oct. 20.
Hispanic Catholics
Hubs Misioneros y la Amistad con Jesús – La Voz de Dios Oct. 19, 2025
Esta semana en La Voz de Dios, Marianela Núñez conversa con el Arzobispo Nelson Pérez sobre cómo redescubrir el corazón de la Iglesia a través de los Hubs Misioneros, espacios que buscan renovar la vida parroquial y reavivar la fe.
El Mes de la Salud Mental – La Voz de Dios Oct. 12
Octubre es el Mes de la Salud Mental, y en La Voz de Dios conversamos con la psicóloga católica, Noemi Lopez, sobre cómo cuidar nuestra mente también es cuidar el alma.
