Religion

Philly’s public and parochial school systems have run parallel paths for many decades. But only one has been open during the pandemic.

After a year of so many pandemic sacrifices, the faithful ponder living a little leaner still on Ash Wednesday.

For some survivors, the news plunged them into old feelings and fears. For others, it could cost a shot at having their day in court altogether.

The Department of State disclosed that it had no system in place to prevent such an error, which has devastated clergy sexual abuse survivors.

"Human error" by the Department of State derailed a constitutional amendment on whether survivors of decades-old sexual abuse should be able to sue.

As just the second Catholic to serve in the White House, Pres. Biden is expected to acknowledge the way faith has helped him, and other Americans, deal with loss.

If the state Senate follows suit, the proposal could be on the election ballot for approval by voters in the May 18 primary.

The Rev. Silvester Beaman has known Biden and his family for nearly three decades. He says the new president is the man for this moment in American history.

When a fund ran out, five teenagers were paid less than others promoting census awareness in Camden. A church gave each of them $400 before Christmas.

Bay Pointe neighbors in Newark, Del., say Ignition Church is violating COVID-19 restrictions by holding services without masks and physical distancing.

West Philly temple Kol Tzedek held their annual Hanukkah party online this year. In the process, they raised thousands for a nearby nonprofit.

As U.S. Attorney William McSwain's tenure likely nears its end with Biden set to take office next month, there’s no sign that any sweeping church indictment is afoot.

The lessons I learned at my all-girls high school are things every young woman should know: Be confident in who you are. Envision your dreams and try to achieve them.

Celebrating Hanukkah during a pandemic still poses a challenge to some Jewish Americans, for whom the holiday has risen in prominence in part because its social elements.

Hallahan holds a special place in Philly’s educational history — and a special place in the hearts of many alum.