Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia, will celebrate Mass for over 1,000 teachers during Catholic Schools Week. Bishop Joseph McFadden, Auxiliary Bishop of Philadelphia, will concelebrate the Mass. Teachers representing the 20 Archdiocesan high schools will participate in the Mass. Kennedy-Kenrick Catholic School Choir will provide the music.

Friday, February 2, 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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