From Catholic Philly People attending the address by Pope Francis at Independence Hall won’t have to sit idly on the grassy mall for hours before he arrives. A diverse musical bill featuring the Philly Pops Festival Brass ensemble will entertain an expected 30,000 people on Saturday, Sept. 26. The renowned Philadelphia group will perform American… Read More Papal Mass Entertainment Schedule Released
In honor of the first visit by Pope Francis and the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, the Penn Museum offers a special focus on the ancient Near East, Egypt, and the Bible Lands—with a limited-time-only display of rare artifacts from the collections of the University of Pennsylvania, on view August 15 through November 8,… Read More University of Pennsylvania Special Exhibition for Pope Francis’ visit
Four local breweries are working on small batches of craft beer for the Papal visit. Philadelphia Brewing Company announced a draft-only Belgian style tripel “Holy Wooder”. PBC’s papal beer will be available this September. Cape May Brewing Company is releasing “You Only Pope Once”, Manayunk Brewing will serve “Papal Pleasure” and Crime + Punishement will be… Read More Small Batch Craft Beers in honor of Pope Francis Visit
The World Meeting of Families – Philadelphia 2015 with Museum of the Bible today announced that Verbum Domini II: God’s Word Goes Out to the Nations will be on display at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Monday, September 21 – September 26, 2015 as a special exhibit celebrating the World Meeting of Families Congress and the… Read More The World Meeting of Families Special Bible Exhibition at The Pennsylvania Convention Center
Discover paintings, sculptures and architectural spaces inspired by the Christian Faith. In celebration of the World Meeting of Families and Pope Francis’s visit to Philadelphia, this self-guided walking tour introduces you to several of the Museum’s most beautiful and moving images of Christian faith from the Middle Ages and Renaissance, with a particular emphasis on… Read More Philadelphia Museum of Art will feature Special Exhibition for Pope Francis’ Visit
Located at 347 S. 13th Street, Dirty Frank’s features a mural with more than 20 famous Franks including Benjamin Franklin and Frank Sinatra. “Pope Frank” is the first addition in more than 14 years and his inclusion in the mural guarantees his place at one of Philadelphia’s most established watering holes. Stop by for a selfie with… Read More Pope Francis’ image added to local Mural
The Cardinal O’Hara marching band will perform for Pope Francis on Sunday, September 27th at the airport as he boards a plane to return to the Vatican. Bishop Shanahan’s marching band will be performing for Pope Francis as he arrives in Philadelphia on September 26th.
The Prince Theater, located at 1412 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, is going to show the Holy Father’s top three movies: the Oscar-winning Danish film Babette’s Feast, Fellini’s La Strada and Rossellini’s Rome, Open City. Between Sept. 22-24 the Prince will be screening one of Pope Francis’ top picks at 7:40 p.m., while the short is available… Read More Prince Theater will show Pope Francis’ Favorite Movies during his visit
The Bourse, located on 4th & 5th Streets between Market and Chestnut Sts., has received information that during Pope Francis’ visit to Independence Mall, The Bourse will be closed on Saturday, September 26. Security perimeter fencing will be installed in front of the building on 5th Street. Whether the Bourse is open Friday or Sunday is… Read More The Bourse may not be open during Papal Visit
A 250 person Papal Choir has been formed to perform for the Papal Mass in September. Each singer was nominated by a local parish and then had to audition a number of times at the Cathedral. Over 1,500 people applied. They will accompanied by a 500 piece orchestra.
A number of Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey groups that participate in North Wildwood’s Irish Festival Weekend have given the Festival organizers notice that they will not be participating this year. Some of the Firefighter, Police and musical organizations will be performing or providing essential services for the City of Philadelphia during the Pope’s visit… Read More Fall Irish Festival to be affected by Pope’s Visit
The Philadelphia Zoo has rented out the buildings housing the birds and insects to a group from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Ridgewood, Bergen County. About 200 parishioners and their children will be sleeping on the floors of the facility. All available space at the zoo is sold out.
The World Meeting of Families and the Greater Philadelphia Film Office will host a film festival September 22-25, 2015. The films to be showcased include, “The Mighty Macs,” “Diary of a City Priest,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “The Invincible,” “Wide Awake” and “Urban Trinity”. You can find more information and purchase tickets to the various movies… Read More World Meeting of Families Film Festival
The Joybells, a handbell choir from Berwyn, PA, will perform for Pope Francis in September. Formed in 1970, the Joybells have performed at events all around the area including Citizens Bank Park and the Phillies, The Philadelphia Orchestra at The Kimmel Center and The White House. For more information on the Joybells, visit sbg.melmark.org
The World Meeting of Families with the help of IBM has released the “Go Philadelphia!” app. It will help the city’s residents and visitors find all the activities and events around the city during the World Meeting of Families the week of September 22 – 27, 2015. It’s available in the apple and android app… Read More World Meeting of Families App Launched
Opening September 19 at the Franklin Institute, Vatican Splendors will include artwork by Michelangelo, religious vestments, bone fragments of Saints Peter and Paul among the over 400 other items.
Shrine Tours will be ongoing the week of September 21 – 26, 2015.The participating shrines are St. John Neumann, St. Katharine Drexel and St. Rita of Cascia, and the Miraculous Medal shrine. More information can be found at http://www.phillyshrines.org
Accompanied by a 500 piece orchestra, Andrea Bocelli and Juanes will perform during the weekend of September 26 & 27, 2015 during the Pope’s visit.
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