As more Catholic churches close, Philadelphia is trying something new

By Buffy Gorrilla

Published November 19, 2025 at 4:25 PM CST

The Catholic Church is facing aging congregations, fewer priests and financial strain. In many places, this has meant closing parishes. But in Philadelphia, they're trying something different.

Buffy Gorrilla

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