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Consecration of the USA to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 2026
In honor of the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) will consecrate our nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June 2026. To enter into the graces of this consecration, consider the following:
- ENTHRONE an image of the Sacred Heart in your home, parish, school or workplace
- CONSECRATE yourself or your family to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Find resources for Sacred Heart consecrations and enthronements at archphila.org/underGod.
Spread the word!
Use the promo materials linked below to tell others about the consecration and invite them to partake of the graces.
Sacred Heart painting design promotional materials
- Flyer: English / Español
- Social Media: English / Español
- Narthex Monitor or Half-page Bulletin: English / Español
American flag design promotional materials
Office for the New Evangelization Events
Join us for this workshop!
Parish Life in an Apostolic Age
Many Catholics, including those who lead in our parishes, are still operating as if we were in Christendom, seeking to maintain forms of ministry that are no longer working. Join us for a workshop designed to help parish staff and ministry leaders shift out of this maintenance mode and into mission mode, fully awake to the reality of our apostolic times and ready to engage it with new Gospel fervor.
Sat, Mar 14, 2026 – 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
at St. Matthew Parish, NE Philadelphia
(The March 14 workshop at St. Matthew's is expected
to sell out soon. Please register asap)
or
Sat, Apr 11*, 2026 – 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, Chester (Delco)
Presenter:
Meghan Cokeley, Director, Office for the New Evangelization
More info:
Around the Archdiocese
Below you will find Catholic events being offered in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the newsletter, please email all pertinent information in the format used below to mcokeley@archphila.org by the 22nd of the month for consideration. Guidelines for event submissions.
Nightly During Lent, 6:30–7:00 PM
Event: Lenten Evening Prayer (Vespers) via Zoom
Event: Lenten Evening Prayer (Vespers) via Zoom
Pray with a dedicated community each evening during Lent for a peaceful and reverent time of Evening Prayer (Vespers). Join from wherever you are. All prayers, music, and images are provided on screen. Cameras and microphones remain off to preserve a peaceful, distraction-free space. Come each evening or whenever you are able throughout Lent. Free and open to all.
Led by: Dr. Nina Marie Corona, AFIRE Ministries
Location: Online via Zoom
More info: www.apeopleafire.org/lenten-vespers
Questions? info@apeopleafire.org
Location: Online via Zoom
More info: www.apeopleafire.org/lenten-vespers
Questions? info@apeopleafire.org
Thursday, February 26, 2026 - 6:00-9:00 PM
Event: Intercessory Prayer Training
Every missionary disciple needs to be equipped with skills that will help us more intentionally accompany others into personal friendship with Jesus. One of those skills is the readiness to pray spontaneously with someone for their needs and intentions. Instead of saying, “I’ll pray for you,” we want to be ready to say, “Can I pray with you right now for that?” Join us for a training that will teach you this skill and give you a greater comfort level with praying with others.
Presenter: Nicky Verna, Director of the New Evangelization, St. Andrew the Apostle
Location: St. Ambrose Parish Hall 401 E Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Registration: View the flyer or visit phillyOMY.org/events
Lenten Offering - SoulCore Classes
Event: SoulCore Offering - Movement + Prayer for the Lenten Season
"Give me an army saying the Rosary and I will conquer the world." (Pope Pius IX )
SoulCore is a Marian Prayer Apostolate which combines simple, functional, and strengthening movements with the prayers of the Rosary as a way to pray using the fullness of the mind, body, and spirit. All classes contain Scripture, saintly reflections, and are firmly rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church. Throughout Lent, we will pray with the Rosary, litanies and novenas, as well as The Stations of the Cross on Fridays. Classes are offered on zoom and all movements are easily adaptable to any fitness level. No prayer or exercise experience is necessary. All classes are free of charge.
Facilitator: Nicky Verna, M.Th. - SoulCore Leader
Location: Zoom
More info: View the website for full details, the Lenten Schedule , and the Zoom link.
Saturday, February 28, 2026 - 8:00AM - 3:45PM
Event: Together in Holiness - A Catholic Marriage Enrichment Conference
Together in Holiness is a marriage conference series presented by the St. John Paul II Foundation for dioceses that inspires spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Talks include "The Holy Eucharist and the Domestic Church," "Liturgical Living in the Home," and "The Eucharistic Mission of the Family." Childcare available for a small fee.
Speakers: Ryan Hanning, PHD, Fellow, St. John Paul II Foundation ; Steve and Becky Greene, Catholic Speakers, Writers, and Co-hosts of "The Catholic Conversation"; and more
Location: St. Peter Church, 2835 Manor Road West Brandywine, PA 19320
More info: https://forlifeandfamily.org/events/th26-phpa/ Questions? Contact the Office for Life and Family at famlife@archphila.org
Saturday, February 28, 2026 – 9:30AM-2:00 PM
Event: Milk & Honey: A Theology of the Body for Me and Mommy
Have you started to look at your daughter and thought that maybe it was time to have a conversation? But where to start, what to say, and how much is too much? Come discover what it means to be feminine and how God guides us to what is true, good, and beautiful. For girls 9-12 years old and their mothers.
Speaker: Jessica Murdolo
Location: St. Thomas the Apostle, 430 Valleybrook Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Have you started to look at your daughter and thought that maybe it was time to have a conversation? But where to start, what to say, and how much is too much? Come discover what it means to be feminine and how God guides us to what is true, good, and beautiful. For girls 9-12 years old and their mothers.
Speaker: Jessica Murdolo
Location: St. Thomas the Apostle, 430 Valleybrook Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
More info: Visit the website Questions? Email Jessica Murdolo at MilkandHoneyTOB@gmail.com
Sunday, March 1, 2026 from 3pm-8pm
Event: Call from the Crucified Heart: Relics from the Passion
Join us at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish for an encounter with nine rare Relics of Christ’s Passion. This powerful program is a 60-minute meditational experience supported with Eucharistic Exposition, music and prayer. Veneration of the relics will be available before and after the program. A collection such as this is generally seen only in Rome or the Holy Land.
Details: Relics will be available for public veneration from 3pm-5pm and 6pm-8pm. There will be a 60 minute guided and prayerful meditation and program from 5pm-6pm. Click here for the flyer.
Questions? Contact Lisa Kopertowski at youthministry@olguadalupe.org.
Sunday-Tuesday, March 1- March 3, 2026, 7PM each evening
Event: LEARN TO PRAY
Discover a simple and life-changing way to pray. Over three evenings, André will teach us how to pray in a practical and relational way and grow in daily conversation with God. Come and encounter the God who speaks.
- Sunday, March 1: Prayer as Relationship A fresh introduction to prayer and how to approach God personally.
- Monday, March 2: A Two-Way Conversation Learning honesty and worship for real connection with God.
- Tuesday, March 3: Hearing God Speak How to pray with Scripture and hear God’s voice.
Facilitator: Andre Regnier, co-founder of Catholic Christian Outreach, has spent 35 years inspiring people to share the gospel with clarity and conviction. His latest book, Hearing God’s Voice, is the inspiration for the parish mission and his presentations.
Location: Corpus Christi Church, 900 Sumneytown Pike, Lansdale, PA 19446
More info: Click here for the flyer
Contact/Questions: corpus.evangelization@gmail.com
Saturday, March 7, 2026 - 9 AM – 12 PM
Event: Dying Well: Having Your Affairs in Order
Father Guckin, Pastor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, will speak on moral decision-making, helping survivors navigate through the grieving process. Local attorneys and funeral directors will be present to offer sage advice and perspective, which we pray gives greater peace and solace in difficult times, and an insurance expert will be available to answer any questions you may have.
Location: St. Mary’s Hall, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Doylestown
More info: For more information or to RSVP, email Christine Weyer, Director of Parish Discipleship, parishdiscipleship@ourladymtcarmel.org; Parish Website: www.ourladymtcarmel.org
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Event: 35th Annual Catechetical Convocation
This year’s theme, “Echoing Christ: Forming Future Saints,” calls us to reflect deeply on our mission to be Christ Jesus to those we catechize. As catechists and evangelizers, we strive to lead them to encounter the love of Christ in very real and personal ways—ways that inspire them to become the saints God has destined them to be. Hosted by the Office for Catechetical Formation, this event is designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding, and enhance your skills as a catechist. A day full of inspiration, formation, and community!
Keynote speakers: Dr. Bob Rice (English Track) and Rev. Remigio Morales (Spanish Track)
Location: Archbishop John Carroll High School, Radnor, PA
More info: Click here for the flyer; Click here for speakers and talk options; Click here to register
Sunday-Tuesday, March 8- 10, 2026
Event: Church of St. Joseph Lenten 40-Hours Devotion & Eucharistic Procession, with Guest Speaker: Fr. David Friel
The Church of St. Joseph in Aston, PA will host 40 Hours Eucharistic Devotion. There will be exposition, evening prayer, homily, & benediction each day. On March 8-9th there will be all-night adoration. The last evening (March 10th) will include an outdoor Eucharistic procession followed by a reception in the lower church hall.
Guest Speaker: Fr. David Friel, Dir. of Liturgy and Chair of Pastoral Theology at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary
Location: Church of St. Joseph 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA (Park in rear of church)
More info: CLICK HERE for FLYER
Tuesday March 10th, 2026 - 7:45am to 4pm
Event: Renewing Catholic Education Today - Leadership Conference
Join the Augustine Institute and other diocesan, parish, and school leaders
for a day of formation, prayer, and community.
for a day of formation, prayer, and community.
Featured Speakers: Dr. Ben Akers & Dr. Elizabeth Klein
Location: St. Thomas the Apostle, 430 Valleybrook Road | Glen Mills, PA 193
Questions? Contact Maria Hopkins (Bilingual Ministry Consultant) at: 218-260-2462, or maria.hopkins@augustineinstitute.org
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Event: Lent: Our Journey to the Foot of the Cross
While pondering the temptations of Jesus and reflecting on our choices, we are invited to go deeper in seeking God’s desires this Lent. We will consider the temptations of Jesus and what we can apply to our own lives when we are struggling. We will also take a deeper look at the meaning of the Washing of the Feet and its implications for us in today's world. It is a time for integration of our own spirituality and how we interact with the world around us.
Facilitator: Sister Mary Henrich, IHM
Location: IHM Spirituality Center, 210 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA 19355 (location is handicapped accessible with elevator availability)
More Info: $40 (includes meals); for more information or to register, visit https://ihmimmaculata.org/wp-content/uploads/Lent-Journey-2026-Fillable-Form.pdf or contact S. Anne Marie Stegmaier at 610-647-4136.
Event: Lent: Our Journey to the Foot of the Cross
While pondering the temptations of Jesus and reflecting on our choices, we are invited to go deeper in seeking God’s desires this Lent. We will consider the temptations of Jesus and what we can apply to our own lives when we are struggling. We will also take a deeper look at the meaning of the Washing of the Feet and its implications for us in today's world. It is a time for integration of our own spirituality and how we interact with the world around us.
Facilitator: Sister Mary Henrich, IHM
Location: IHM Spirituality Center, 210 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA 19355 (location is handicapped accessible with elevator availability)
More Info: $40 (includes meals); for more information or to register, visit https://ihmimmaculata.org/wp-content/uploads/Lent-Journey-2026-Fillable-Form.pdf or contact S. Anne Marie Stegmaier at 610-647-4136.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – 9:30am-1:30pm
Event: Carried: Finding God’s Tenderness in Lent
A Gentle Lenten Retreat for Older Adults and companions /caregivers who want a meaningful, accessible Lenten pause.
Facilitator: Theresa Leonetti O’Connor, Asst. Dir., Mother Boniface Spirituality Center
Location: Mother Boniface Spirituality Center 3501 Solly Avenue Philadelphia PA 19136
More info: View the flyer; $30.00 includes light refreshments and lunch.Call 267-350-1830 or email asstdirector@msbt.org to register today.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 6:30PM-7:30PM
Event: Francesca LaRosa - Stations of the Cross and Eucharistic Adoration
Francesca LaRosa, Catholic composer, psalmist, and 2025 Best New Vocalist of the Catholic Music Awards hosted by the Vatican, will lead us in an immersive experience of the Stations of the Cross, followed by Eucharistic adoration.
Location: Saint Matthew Parish, Mayfair - 3000 Cottman Avenue - Philadelphia, PA 19149
More Info: View the flyer; This powerful night of prayer is free and all are welcome. We are asking for an RSVP to prepare the appropriate amount of worship aids. Please email us at events@stmmayfair.org by Monday, March 9th, or call us at 215-333-0585.
Thursday evenings - March 12, 19, 26, and April 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Event: Prayer Series: Four Evenings, Four Topics on Prayer
Facilitator: Sister Kathy Benham, IHM
Participants will be introduced to various methods of contemplative praying and have time to practice each method of prayer during the course of the evening.
March 12: Invitation to Prayer
March 19: Lectio Divina (“Divine Reading”)
March 26: Ignatian Contemplation
April 16: Visio Divina (“Divine Seeing”)
Location: IHM Spirituality Center, 210 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA 19355 (location is handicapped accessible with elevator availability)
More info: $15.00 each night or $45.00 for the whole series; for more information or to register, visit https://ihmimmaculata.org/wp-content/uploads/Prayer-series-2026-fillable-form-FINAL.pdf or contact S. Anne Marie Stegmaier at 610-647-4136.
Thursday, March 12, 2026 for Seven Consecutive Thursdays at 7:30 PM
Event: Life in the Spirit Seminars
ALL are invited to participate in the Life in the Spirit Seminars, a series of talks and discussions which take place over a period of seven weeks. The Life in the Spirit Seminars are designed to offer help in finding a fuller release of the Holy Spirit to live a deeper Christian life. Come join us! You will be glad you did.
Location: St. Katharine of Siena Church, 104 S. Aberdeen Avenue, Wayne, PA
More Info: Questions: Paul Hayes, 610-687-8835 or temeaus@verizon.net OR Linda Brill, 484-802-7099 or brilll@mlhs.org
Event: Arise! Youth Evenings of Adoration
An Arise! Youth Evening of Adoration is an evening of Encounter for teens. An encounter with Christ, the Trinity, self, and each other. Encounter with Christ in the Eucharist, the mercy of the Father through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and the Holy Spirit in the communion of prayer with an Intercessory Prayer Team.
Upcoming events:
- March 12, 2026, St. Ambrose, Philadelphia
- March 14, 2026, St. Eleanor, Collegeville
- May 17, 2026, Our Lady of Grace, Penndel
- June 28, 2026, Annunciation BVM, Havertown
Fridays, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12 7:30PM
Event: Praise on the Hill Evenings of Praise, Worship, and Adoration
Join us for a powerful evening of praise and worship in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Priests will be available for Confession. Bring a snack to share afterwards for fellowship. Open to everyone, especially youth and young adults!
Location: St. Francis de Sales Parish, 35 New Road, Aston, PA 19014
More info: Praise on the Hill Flyer
Join us for a powerful evening of praise and worship in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament. Priests will be available for Confession. Bring a snack to share afterwards for fellowship. Open to everyone, especially youth and young adults!
Location: St. Francis de Sales Parish, 35 New Road, Aston, PA 19014
More info: Praise on the Hill Flyer
Questions? Mark Griswold, Parish Life Director 610-459-2203 www.sfdslenni.org
Sunday, March 15, 2026 - 12pm - 6:00pm
Event: Family Day
Please join us for a One Day Family Retreat with Fr. DeLacey and Sr. Maria Kateri, S.V. This special day for families includes a family scavenger hunt on the beautiful grounds of the Malvern Retreat House, along with Father/son and Mother/daughter breakout sessions, followed by family activities, confession, Mass and Sunday Night Dinner.
Facilitators: Fr. Steven DeLacey, Sr. Maria Kateri, S.V.
Location: Malvern Retreat House ( Chester County)
More Info: View Flyer Here, $75 per family, includes snacks and dinner.Click here to register.
Monday, March 16 - 5:00-8:30pm
Event: Choosing Joy & Finding God in the Universe
Event: Choosing Joy & Finding God in the Universe
Join us for an evening with Collegium Institute across two special events exploring the pursuit of God in the creative life and in the cosmos. At 5pm, we welcome Catholic writer Shemaiah Gonzales for "Choosing Joy: A Manifesto for Artful Living in an Age of Visual Noise," a lecture on cultivating an artful life in the midst of our busy everyday circumstances. At 7pm, we host our Spring Magi Lecture, "Your God is Too Small," with Br. Guy Consolmagno SJ, President of the Vatican Observatory Foundation. In his remarks, Br. Guy will explore the relationship between science and faith through the lens of his experiences as both astronomer and religious.
Facilitator: Collegium Institute
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111 S 38th St, University City Philadelphia
More info: To learn more and register, please click here or visit collegiuminstitute.org/calendar.
Facilitator: Collegium Institute
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111 S 38th St, University City Philadelphia
More info: To learn more and register, please click here or visit collegiuminstitute.org/calendar.
Tuesday, March 17 - 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Event: Serra Club of Philadelphia Zoom Meeting
Join the monthly Serra Club of Philadelphia Zoom Meeting
Speaker: Rev. Sean English, Director, Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Speaker: Rev. Sean English, Director, Vocation Office for the Diocesan Priesthood, Archdiocese of Philadelphia
More Information: Contact dargenas@yahoo.com or visit the Serra Club website at https://serraclubphilly.org
Free Trainings: Disabilities and Mental Health
Sponsored by the Archdiocesan Office for Persons with Disabilities and and the National National Catholic Partnership on Disability This training, available in English and Spanish, is designed to provide foundational knowledge about disabilities and mental health in order to build belonging for all.
English Disability & Mental Health Training Details:
- Date & Time: March 18 & 19 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Location: Ss. Simon and Jude, Meehan Center, 8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382
- Click here for the flyer
- Click here to register
Spanish Disability & Mental Health Training Details:
- Date & Time: March 14 & 21 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Location: St. Ambrose, The Deacon Jose Mendez Pastoral Center, 401 E. Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19120
- Click here for the flyer
- Click here to register
Friday, March 20, 2026, 4 – 8 pm
Lenten Evening Reflections Retreat
Join the St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation for an evening retreat at the Daylesford Abbey during the Lenten season. The retreat features: inspiriting talks, prayer time, fellowship, a delicious dinner at the abbey, and Confessions. Bring a friend!
Address: Daylesford Abbey, 220 S. Valley Road, Paoli, PA 19031
Speakers: Dr. Anne DeSantis and Julieanne Bartlett
Cost: $65 per person payable online
Register: https://www.nonnatus.org/retreats
Questions: Email director.srnf@gmail.com
Friday, March 20– Sunday March 22, 2026
Women of Hope Weekend Retreat at Malvern Retreat House
Women of Hope (formerly Dominican Women) invites you to a weekend retreat at Malvern Retreat House focused on renewal, prayer, and deepening your relationship with Christ, with the theme “Come into My Eucharistic Presence and be filled with the Fruits of Love and Mercy.” The retreat will be led by Bishop Joseph Coffey and includes Mass at the Archdiocesan Shrine of Saint Carlo Acutis, along with conferences, Reconciliation, Stations of the Cross, and the Rosary. Dr. Anne DeSantis, ThD, will join the weekend as a guest speaker on Saturday afternoon, offering a special time of reflection and encouragement for women of faith.
Speakers: Bishop Joseph Coffey and Dr. Anne DeSantis
Address: Malvern Retreat House, 315 S. Warren Avenue, Malvern, PA 19335
Cost: $290 includes overnight accommodations and meals
Register: https://www.malvernretreat.com/ or call 610-644-0400
Questions: Email Carmen DiPasquale at carmen.dispasquale@comcast.net
Saturday, March 21 - 9:00am-3:00pm
Event: The Drama of Catholicism: Church History as Tragicomedy (Spring 2026 Young Catholic Leaders Initiative Workshop)
Event: The Drama of Catholicism: Church History as Tragicomedy (Spring 2026 Young Catholic Leaders Initiative Workshop)
High school students and teachers are invited to join us for the Collegium Institute Young Catholic Leaders Initiative’s free daylong Spring workshop on Catholic drama. Through lectures, small group discussions, music, dramatic readings, and a staged play, this workshop invites high school students and teachers to see all of Church history as a tragicomedy, a tragic thing of blood and tears resolving into a divine comedy of smiles and laughter.
Facilitator: Collegium Institute
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111 S 38th St, University City Philadelphia
More info: To learn more and register, please click here or visit collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/the-drama-of-catholicism-church-history-as-tragicomedy
Facilitator: Collegium Institute
Location: Penn Newman Center, 111 S 38th St, University City Philadelphia
More info: To learn more and register, please click here or visit collegiuminstitute.org/calendar/the-drama-of-catholicism-church-history-as-tragicomedy
Saturday-Wednesday, March 21- March 25, 2026
Event: St. Carlo Acutis 5-Day Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit & First Class Relic
The Church of St. Joseph in Aston, PA will host the St. Carlo Acutis Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit & first-class relic in the lower church (Donnelly Hall) from Sat. March 21- Wed., March 25, 2026. The exhibit features photos and historical descriptions of Eucharistic miracles recognized by the church across different countries.
Speaker on Monday evening, March 23, 6:30pm in Church: Mary Bea Damico, Coordinator of the St. Carlo Acutis Shrine at Malvern Retreat House
Location: Church of St. Joseph, Donnelly Hall (Lower Church), 3255 Concord Rd., Aston, PA (Park in rear of church)
More info: CLICK HERE for FLYER
April 2026
Event: Catechetical Institute April Courses
The Catechetical Institute (CI) is an online program in catechesis offered annually during the months of February, April, July, and November to lay individuals, religious sisters, teachers, catechists, parish ministers, and others looking to increase their knowledge of the Catholic faith. Students must be 18 years or older to attend. CI will be offering the courses Overview of the Old Testament and Christian Anthropology in April.
Location: Online
More info: The cost per course is $60.00. Registration is open online. Please visit https://www.scs.edu/sts/catechetical-institute/ to register.
Please contact STS at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary at 610-785-6287 or at sts@scs.edu with any questions or for more information
Friday, April 3, 2026 - 9:45am-12pm
Event: Way of the Cross, sponsored by Communion & Liberation Philadelphia
Good Friday procession in Center City Philadelphia with music, readings and reflections. Music begins at 9:45.All are welcome!
Facilitator: Communion & Liberation Philadelphia
Location: Chapel of Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul
More info: View the flyer; Email cl.philadelphia@gmail.com
Location: Chapel of Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul
More info: View the flyer; Email cl.philadelphia@gmail.com
April 10-12, 2026
Event: 20th Annual Divine Mercy Retreat weekend @ Malvern Retreat House
Speakers: Bishop Efren Esmilla, Fr. Steve DeLacy & Kathleen McCarthy.
What to Expect: Beautiful Malvern Retreat grounds in bloom for Spring, Holy Mass, spiritual conferences on the Divine Mercy Message, access to the St. Carlo Acutis Shrine, reconciliation, private adoration, devotions, healing service, religious goods for sale & blessings of articles! Check in begins Friday at 4PM ends after 3PM devotions on Divine Mercy Sunday. This is a co-ed Retreat & will be held in Upper McShain with rooming in Our Lady’s & St. Joseph’s Hall.
What to Expect: Beautiful Malvern Retreat grounds in bloom for Spring, Holy Mass, spiritual conferences on the Divine Mercy Message, access to the St. Carlo Acutis Shrine, reconciliation, private adoration, devotions, healing service, religious goods for sale & blessings of articles! Check in begins Friday at 4PM ends after 3PM devotions on Divine Mercy Sunday. This is a co-ed Retreat & will be held in Upper McShain with rooming in Our Lady’s & St. Joseph’s Hall.
More info: See www.divinemercyretreat.com to register and for details.
Saturday April 18, 2026
Event: “Marian Day” sponsored by the Legion of Mary
All interested men and women are invited to attend a one day conference on the theme “The Marian Option: A Catholic response to the world’s ills.”
Rev. Joseph S. Ganser, M.Div., M.A. will talk about “Mary and the Church’s response to historical crises” and “Confronting the world with Mary: living a Marian option today.” 8:00am Registration and Continental Breakfast, 9:15am Rosary, 9:45am First Talk, 11:00am Mass in Church, 12:00pm Hot Lunch, 1:00pm Second Talk, 2:15pm Benediction and Concluding Prayer. - Cost is $40
Location: St. Cyril of Jerusalem Catholic Church – Social Hall, 1410 Almshouse Rd., Jamison, PA 18929
More info: JoAnn 267-918-2536 joannstanger2@gamil.com or Alice 610-803-4467 kanealice1959@gmail.com Pre-registration is required – Registration / Flyer is posted at https://philadelphiasenatus.org/upcoming-events/
April 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Event: Annual Mass Honoring the Gifts of Persons with Disabilities, the Deaf Community, Family, Friends and Caregivers
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
More Info: Bishop Efren V. Esmilla will be the principal celebrant and homilist. There will be a reception be a reception immediately following the Mass. All are Welcome. To volunteer or RSVP with any necessary accommodations click HERE, or visit www.opdarchphilly.org, Click here for the flyer
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 8:30 am to 1:00 PM
Event: Marriage Enrichment Day
Enjoy a morning with your spouse or fiancé and listen to an engaging Catholic Speaker who will inspire you to live out your Marriage with greater fervor, love and joy. Meet other like-minded couples. Continental breakfast and lunch are included.
Speaker: Steve McClatchy
Location: St. Helena Church, Empress Room, 1489 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA
More info: Click here for the flyer; Questions: phillymog@gmail.com
Event: Marriage Enrichment Day
Enjoy a morning with your spouse or fiancé and listen to an engaging Catholic Speaker who will inspire you to live out your Marriage with greater fervor, love and joy. Meet other like-minded couples. Continental breakfast and lunch are included.
Speaker: Steve McClatchy
Location: St. Helena Church, Empress Room, 1489 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA
More info: Click here for the flyer; Questions: phillymog@gmail.com
Saturday April 25, 2026
Event: Legion of Mary Evangelization Day
“May our thoughts be as one.” You are invited to join with the Legion of Mary to visit your neighbors in Norristown, PA. Pairs of evangelizers will visit door-to-door in the Parish to share the love of Jesus and Blessed Mary. Newcomers welcome!
7:45am Rosary, 8:15am Mass in Church, 9:00am Breakfast and Training Session, 10:30am Visiting Homes with partner, 1:00pm Lunch and Reporting Meeting, 2:30pm Conclusion.
Location: Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, 196 Trooper Road, Norristown, PA 19403
More info: Don 610-304-7434 don.taggart@verizon.net Registration is required – Registration / Flyer is posted at https://philadelphiasenatus.org/upcoming-events/
Event: Save the Dates! Archdiocese of Philadelphia Catholic Charismatic Renewal 2026 Events
- May 9, 2026, Charismatic Conference with The Most Revered Efren V. Esmilla - Speaker info to come soon!
- June 12-14, 2026, Charismatic Retreat at Malvern Family Life Center
- November 7, 2026, Charismatic Leadership Day with Rev. Stephen DeLacy and Maria Richardson
More info: Details coming soon to ArchphilaCCR – Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Questions? Contact Maria Richardson at mrichardson@archphila.org or 267-664-2878
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - 7:00 - 9:30 PM
Event: Reboot: A Life-Changing Event
This high-energy, 2-hour event with internationally acclaimed speaker Chris Stefanick will awaken your faith, reignite your joy, and equip you with tools to live the life God created you for: A life of JOY! It will help you rediscover the JOY you were created for, and is perfect for everyone... even friends, family, and children (12+) who may not be actively practicing their faith.
Speaker: Chris Stefanick
Location: St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 110 St. Elizabeth Dr, Chester Springs
Various dates and times
Event: Mass For Healing - Catholic Charismatic Renewal
The Archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic Renewal’s local prayer groups offer regular opportunities to attend Mass and receive prayer for healing for many issues, physical, emotional and spiritual. These events may include praise and worship, Eucharistic Adoration, Confession, prayer teams or other moments of grace. Please see the website below to find a healing event near you.
For dates, times and locations, visit https://archphilaccr.org/events/
Various dates and times during the 2025-2026 year
Event: Training Workshops for Lectors, Altar Servers, Liturgical Musicians and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Those who serve the Church’s liturgy are invited to attend a training workshop to deepen your knowledge of the richness of your ministry and how to carry it out with due reverence and fittingness. Please see the flyer below for the schedule of trainings.
Instructor: Reverend Gerald Dennis Gill, Director, Office for Divine Worship
More info: View the flyer; To register for one or more workshops, email: worship@archphila.org. In your message, please include your name, home parish and the workshop/date for which you would like to register.
July 13 – 16, 2026 - 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Event: Cantate Domino Choir Camp
This camp is open to all boys and girls throughout the Archdiocese, ages 7-15. Our camp provides a unique musical experience, which includes an introduction to sacred repertoire, vocal breathing techniques, vowel formation, choral tone, sight singing and music theory. Don’t miss this amazing experience!
Location: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia
More info: Visit https://cathedralphila.org/cathedral-music/ or contact Charlene Angelini, cangelini@archphila.org
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August 6-8, 2026 - ChristLife Equip Conference, Severna Park, MD
ONGOING...
- Catholic Support for Mental Health: archphila.org/support
- Mental Health Referral Network: archphila.org/mental-health-referral-network
- Hope in Christ: Spiritual Support for Addiction - archphila.org/hope
- Liturgical and Sacramental Updates from the Office for Divine Worship - Click here for website
- Archdiocesan Missionaries of Mercy - archphila.org/mercy
- Eucharistic Revival: phillyeucharisticrevival.org
- Young Adult Groups & Events: phillyyam.org
- Events for Teens: phillyomy.org/events/
- Intercessory Teams for Priests - phillyevang.org/pray4priests
- Institute for Christian Formation - Click here for website
- Pro-Life Pregnancy Care Resources - Click here for free guidebook
- World Mission Rosary, Mondays at 8 PM - phillyevang.org/rosary
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