Most Reverend Joseph P. McFadden, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, will celebrate Mass for 1700 Senior Student Athletes. The Student Athletes, representing Archdiocesan and Private High Schools will participate in the Mass. Music will be provided by the Cardinal O'Hara High School Choir.

Thursday, February 2, 2006
10 a.m.
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
18th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia


Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, along with Catholic schools throughout the nation, are celebrating Catholic Schools Week; (January 29 through February 4, 2006.) Catholic Schools Week is an annual national celebration of the important role that Catholic elementary and secondary schools across the country play in providing a values-centered education. This year's national theme is "Character. Compassion. Values." Catholic schools are proud of the intellectual, spiritual, moral, physical and social values that are emphasized in their schools. For more information on Catholic Schools Week Events please visit www.arch-phl.org.

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