Commentaries
Hearts on Fire: Young Adults Encountering the Sacred in the Heart of Philadelphia
The retreat that Jesuit Father Patrick Nolan will lead March 21 at Old St. Joseph’s Church blends silence, solid preaching, shared meals, and fellowship. It’s a simple recipe to return to the Lord this Lent.
‘Something is Happening’ as Teens Turn From Restless Hearts to Missionary Disciples
Catholic high school students are asking serious questions about faith and purpose, and are engaging in the sacramental life of the Church, writes Brendan Towell. The Holy Spirit is flowing throughout the Philadelphia region, and new seeds of faith are being planted.
Photo features
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. Teresa of Avila, Norristown, Welcomes Archbishop for Confirmation
Archbishop Nelson Pérez confirmed 10 young Catholics March 1 at the Montgomery County Parish. See our photo gallery.
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.
Retiro de Cuaresma en español programado para el 16 de marzo
El Centro de Espiritualidad Mother Boniface será sede del retiro de Cuaresma en español Regresa a Ti, Regresa a Dios el 16 de marzo, de 9:00 a. m. a 1:00 p. m., en el mismo centro.
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.
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.
USCCB
Archbishop Coakley Welcomes Appointment of Archbishop Caccia as Apostolic Nuncio to the United States
The Catholic Relief Services Collection Reveals Christ’s Love to Vulnerable at Home and Abroad
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.