Philly LGBTQ Catholics say same-sex blessings open the door to inclusion
A month after Pope Francis said priests can bless same-sex relationships, advocates say it's a step toward a more inclusive church.
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A month after Pope Francis said priests can bless same-sex relationships, advocates say it's a step toward a more inclusive church.
A month after Pope Francis said Catholic priests can bless same-sex relationships, LGBTQ Catholics in Philadelphia say the change is a step toward a more inclusive church.
During the Christmas morning service at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, the clergy shared a message of hope.
Pope Francis made his Christmas Day appeal for peace around the world and in particular between Israel and the Palestinians.
St. Hedwig's will hold its final Mass on New Year's Eve. Parishioners are advised to wear their winter coats as the heating system no longer works.
Saint Laurence Catholic Church is surviving and thriving after raising $1.7 million to remove a massive asbestos tile ceiling.
The larger Villanova University is buying the nearby Cabrini University, which has struggled financially in recent years.
Pope Francis' medical team said he was expected to leave the Rome hospital following a successful recovery from abdominal surgery.
The Vatican says the 86-year-old pontiff will be under general anesthesia and then will be hospitalized for several days, ahead of a busy August.
Pope Francis is getting the surgery to fix an intestinal blockage.
More than 20 years after the clergy sex abuse scandal erupted in the United States, a newly filed lawsuit reveals more allegations of a cover-up.
He had pizza for dinner will be at Mass in St. Peter's Square.
The 86-year-old leader of the Roman Catholic Church has been having trouble breathing in recent days.
The law expands protections to cover lay Catholic leaders and reaffirming that vulnerable adults and not just children can be victims of abuse when they are unable to freely consent.
Catholics are allowed to eat meat on St. Patrick's Day even though it falls on a Friday in Lent, Archbishop Nelson Perez said.
Saint Peter Claver Parish was the historic mother church for Black Catholics, named for a saint who fought against the slave trade.
Natasha Brown explores the history of St. Peter Claver Parish in Philadelphia.
Police in South Jersey are investigating vandalism at three Catholic churches.
The two Catholic churches are both part of the Diocese of Camden.
After Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI stepped down, that "opened the door" for Pope Francis. Former CBS3 anchor Pat Ciarrocchi was back in the studio to cover Benedict's funeral Mass.
Father Michael Romano joined CBS Philadelphia and told Pat Ciarrocchi about the time he met Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Never in the history of the Catholic Church had a pope conducted a funeral ceremony for his predecessor, until now.
The Italian phrase is a call for sainthood for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. A similar call came at the papal funeral of John Paul II, which former CBS3 anchor Pat Ciarrocchi covered.
Former CBS3 anchor Pat Ciarrocchi looks back on the tenure of former Pope Benedict XVI after his funeral at the Vatican Thursday.
Reverend Dennis Sullivan, the Bishop of Camden shared photos with Eyewitness News of him and the Pope.
The Philadelphia region can expect high temperatures in the 80s this week as April winds down.
As SEPTA faces a funding crisis, one of the transit agency's top losses continues to be fare evasion.
Raymond Bautista was charged in connection with attacking a pregnant woman in Hatfield, Montgomery County, police said.
A carjacking suspect was shot and killed by Philadelphia police after firing shots at officers and leading them on a chase on Monday night.
The Trump administration says the University of Pennsylvania violated Title IX by letting a transgender swimmer compete on the school's women's team.
The Eagles were honored at the White House on Monday for their dominant win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
The Philadelphia region can expect high temperatures in the 80s this week as April winds down.
As SEPTA faces a funding crisis, one of the transit agency's top losses continues to be fare evasion.
Raymond Bautista was charged in connection with attacking a pregnant woman in Hatfield, Montgomery County, police said.
A carjacking suspect was shot and killed by Philadelphia police after firing shots at officers and leading them on a chase on Monday night.
As SEPTA faces a funding crisis, one of the transit agency's top losses continues to be fare evasion.
Raymond Bautista was charged in connection with attacking a pregnant woman in Hatfield, Montgomery County, police said.
The first patient to receive a new gene therapy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is now living pain-free for the first time.
A man using a wheelchair died after he was hit by a school bus Monday afternoon in North Philadelphia, police said.
Two people died and multiple firefighters were injured in a fire in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, on Monday morning.
Police are investigating after a 5-year-old child died in Robbinsville, New Jersey, on Sunday.
The first patient to receive a new gene therapy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is now living pain-free for the first time.
There were delays at Newark Liberty International Airport on Monday due to equipment issues.
The Jones Road Wildfire in Ocean County, N.J. is still burning, despite hopes the weekend rain might bring it under control.
Officials are asking residents to shelter in place after a fire at a recycling facility in Atco, New Jersey, is causing air quality concerns.
Warranties might provide initial comfort and security for the customer, but a consumer expert said they are always in the best interest of companies.
Sunday will be mostly sunny, breezy and seasonably cooler. By Sunday night, the skies are clear and conditions are less windy.
Whether you prefer salty or sweet, here's where you can score a freebie treat this National Pretzel Day.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
The first patient to receive a new gene therapy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is now living pain-free for the first time.
A new provider is stepping up to help provide ambulance coverage amid the looming closure of Crozer-Chester Medical Center.
Martinelli's juice bottles were recalled in 28 states because they could contain a toxic substance created by fungi.
An easy way to properly dispose of unused medicine is by taking part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26.
New friends now sharing the gift of life after transplant patients had the opportunity to meet in person at a special introduction.
The closure of Crozer Health is leaving a void in health care in Delaware County and raising concerns for local businesses.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
I-95 was closed from Northeast Philadelphia to Bucks County for hours on Easter Sunday as crews worked to repair a damaged 4-inch high-pressure natural gas main
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
The Eagles were honored at the White House on Monday for their dominant win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
During the Eagles' visit to the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl win, President Trump said he's a big supporter of the tush push.
Jalen Hurts was among a group of Eagles who didn't attend the White House on Monday to meet with President Trump.
Saquon Barkley responded to backlash after he was spotted with President Trump a day before the Eagles' White House visit.
Mike Sullivan and the Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to part ways, the team announced on Monday morning, ending his tenure as the Penguins' coach after nine seasons.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Much to the disappointment of anyone crushing on Philadelphia's leading man, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts is officially a married man.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Pay your fare or pay a fine of up to $300 — that's the new message SEPTA is sending to riders in an effort to crack down on the high rate of fare evaders getting through the system.
Beautiful spring weather with high temperatures in the 80s continues in the Philadelphia region Tuesday. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A carjacking suspect was shot and killed by Philadelphia police in Crescentville after firing shots at officers and leading them on a chase on Monday night, authorities said.
A man has died after he was hit by a school bus while using a wheelchair Monday in North Philadelphia.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a mild Monday.