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Gina Christian, Catholic News Service

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Ukrainian Catholic bishops in the U.S. call for a three-day prayer...

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PHILADELPHIA -- As fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine continue to mount, the Ukrainian Catholic bishops of the U.S. have called for a...

Philadelphia pro-life advocates committed to support for human dignity throughout life

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PHILADELPHIA — As the nation marks nearly five decades of legalized abortion, Philadelphia area pro-life advocates say they’re committed to “all-encompassing” support for human...

Foster parents in Philadelphia after Supreme Court victory: ‘It’s always been...

PHILADELPHIA -- Foster parents for Catholic Social Services of the Philadelphia Archdiocese said the Supreme Court's 9-0 decision June 17 on faith-based child welfare...

Residents of Northeast Philadelphia parish mourn loss of St. Leo the...

PHILADELPHIA — Catholic residents of a Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood are mourning the loss of a landmark church. Fire ravaged the former St. Leo the Great...

Archdiocese of Philadelphia pays out or approves over $50 million for...

PHILADELPHIA -- The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has paid out or approved over $50 million so far to 222 clergy sex abuse survivors, according to...

Black Catholic spirituality a force in fight against racism, say Philadelphia...

PHILADELPHIA -- Two Black Catholic pastors in Philadelphia say their parishes are drawing strength from the Eucharist, prayer and a rich spiritual heritage in...

Victim advocates say crisis also impacts those working for healing

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PHILADELPHIA — Recovery from the church’s abuse crisis also can be a challenge for those working on the front lines with victims and for...

Tonya Taylor-Dorsey takes her music from Philadelphia to the National Black...

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PHILADELPHIA -- With the start of the new year, a seasoned Philadelphia musician is taking on a new challenge as director of the Philadelphia...

Addiction ministry centers on the power of the Eucharist

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PHILADELPHIA — While belief in the Real Presence has declined sharply among American Catholics, one ministry is placing the Eucharist at the center of...

Not all Catholics ‘get’ social justice, experts say

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PHILADELPHIA — The term “social justice” is on the lips of many pastoral leaders these days. Dioceses, parishes and religious congregations usually have some sort...