Local News
Eight Men to be Ordained Permanent Deacons June 14
On Saturday, June 14, at 10 a.m., the Archdiocese of Philadelphia will welcome eight new permanent deacons during a solemn Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul, celebrated by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez.
Philadelphia Catholics Witness History in Person at the Vatican
Pilgrims from the Philadelphia region mourned during the funeral of Pope Francis and celebrated the election of Pope Leo XIV last month in St. Peter’s Square in Rome.
AbbeyFest Looks for Growth at New Venue: Our Lady’s Shrine in Doylestown
The more expansive space at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa will allow thousands more festival-goers to encounter Christ through music, outdoor Mass, and more.
Photo features
Redemptoris Mater Seminary Celebrates 11th Anniversary, Honors Catholic Leaders
Most Reverend Keith J. Chylinski, Rev. Msgr. Ralph J. Chieffo, and Mr. J. Eustace Wolfington were honored during the event.
See Scenes: Little Flower HS Class of 2025 Baccalaureate Mass
The Little Flower school community came together on June 6 to celebrate the Class of 2025 Baccalaureate Mass at the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Sports
“Lone Survivor” Nazareth Academy Finishes Strong
Nazareth Academy softball made program history in its first PIAA state tournament appearance as a Philadelphia Catholic League member, becoming the only PCL team to advance to the quarterfinals before ending its postseason run.
Birthday Girl’s 3-Run Homer Icing on Cake for O’Hara’s PCL Title
On the day Ava Dill turned 16, she put Cardinal O’Hara over the top for a 7-0 championship win over Conwell-Egan May 23. Teammate Hayden Sissons pitched a shutout with 11 Ks, with the mental toughness to work out of jams.
Shut-Down Pitching, Torrent of Runs, Drive Bonner-Prendie to Title
The six-seed Friars captured their second Philadelphia Catholic League championship in four years, thanks to a timely performance by junior pitcher Danny Buckton.
Vatican News
Serve the Holy See by Striving for Holiness, Pope Tells Officials, Staff
Those serving the Holy See can serve its mission best by striving to live a holy life in conformity to Christ, Pope Leo XIV said.
God’s Love Breaks Down Walls, Opens Borders, Dispels Hatred, Pope Says
In a world marked by wars and where people are disconnected and numb with indifference, Pope Leo XIV prayed that the Holy Spirit would "open borders, break down walls" and dissolve hatred so everyone can live as children of one human family.
Hispanic Catholics
La Voz de Dios June 1, 2025
En este increible episodio de La Voz de Dios, la conductora Marianela Nuñez conversa con el Dr. Rafael Limón, director del Centro Klarich de Excelencia Académica en Little Flower High School en Filadelfia.
La Voz de Dios May 25, 2025
Este domingo en La Voz de Dios en las Voces de Nuestros Pueblos, acompáñanos en una conversación muy especial con el Arzobispo Nelson Pérez.
