Most Reverend Joseph P. McFadden, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, will be the celebrant and homilist of a Catholic Schools Week Mass recognizing the contributions of over 1400 Senior Student Athletes. Student athletes from Archdiocesan and private high schools will participate in the Mass. Cardinal O'Hara High School choir will provide the music.

Wednesday, January 31, 2007
10:00 a.m.
Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia



Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, along with Catholic schools throughout the nation, are celebrating Catholic Schools Week (January 28 through February 3, 2007). Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of the important role that Catholic elementary and secondary schools across the country play in providing a values-centered education. The national theme for this year is "Catholic Schools: the Good News in Education." For more information on Catholic Schools Week events please visit www.catholicschools-phl.org/.


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Editor's Note: Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia, will celebrate a Mass during Catholic Schools Week for over 1,000 high school teachers on Friday, February 2, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

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