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Agencies keeping seniors, street dwellers cool during heat emergency
July 21, 2022
As the Philadelphia region battles a week of sky-high temperatures, archdiocesan outreaches are doubling down on providing water, air-conditioned spaces and love to vulnerable populations.
Bishop celebrates retirement with meal for homeless
June 17, 2022
Philadelphia Auxiliary Bishop Edward Deliman headed for the kitchen June 16 to serve clients of St. John’s Hospice, as part of a monthly series that’s building community right at the dinner table.
Outreach workers ‘break stigma, bring hope’ to those in addiction
April 25, 2022
Staff from archdiocesan Catholic Social Services joined organizers of a multifaceted humanitarian effort April 23 at “ground zero” of Philadelphia’s opioid crisis — and “encountered Jesus” in the process.
Montco teen dedicates Eagle Scout project to archdiocesan ministry
March 18, 2022
Owen Applestein of Lower Merion is aiming for scouting’s highest rank by gathering donations for St. John’s Hospice, the Catholic Social Services ministry serving hundreds of men experiencing homelessness.
Once homeless, choir members share message of hope for those on streets
December 23, 2021
The Good Shepherd Singers of St. John’s Hospice performed at Philadelphia’s Dec. 21 Homeless Memorial Day vigil, lifting their voices and others’ spirits.
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