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Endowment funds provide a long-term source of income for a charitable organization by keeping the principal intact and giving off investment income in perpetuity.

Scully’s skills as a broadcaster, and as an orator more generally, were shaped by his Catholic education. After receiving his elementary school education from the Sisters of Charity, he graduated from Fordham University in 1949, having majored in communications.

Many Catholics rejoiced when the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending 50 years of federal protection for abortion. But abortion remains legal in Pennsylvania, so our work is not done. If we want to protect life rather than allow it to be terminated, it is important to continue to press legislators and public officials.

There’s a new lineup of diocesan events for Catholics of various ages and situations in life. The date nights are designed so people can gather with others who want to live their faith while also having a little fun.

As part of the 6 p.m. event, Diocese of Allentown Seminarian Robert Rienzo will be admitted to Candidacy for Diaconate and Priesthood, one of the milestones in preparation to become a priest.

After retiring from a career as a dentist, Jerome Kleponis, a native of Ashland in the Diocese of Allentown, felt a calling to Google “older vocations to the Priesthood.” Call him Father Kleponis now. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Harrisburg June 4 by Bishop Ronald Gainer.

St. Francis Retreat House in Easton will offer two weekend retreats this fall. Dr. Christina R....

It was three years ago that Father James Harper accepted a call to leave his diocesan duties and become a military chaplain on loan to the U.S. Navy. He answered some questions about his service by email.

Vegetable gardening season is in full swing, and now residents of Holy Family Manor can grow tomatoes, cabbages, and other garden bounty without bending, thanks to an innovative set of raised-bed gardens built by a Bethlehem Scout as part of his Eagle service project.

The Fertility Awareness and Natural Family Planning Task Force is focused on spreading awareness, sharing resources, and developing communities of support.

“We are very excited to welcome so many high school students from all five counties of our Diocese,” said Father Mark Searles, Vocations Director.

Married couples from around the Diocese are invited to renew their vows and thank God for the gift of the Sacrament of Marriage during the annual Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass, to be celebrated at 2 p.m. September 18.