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Shrine of St. Katherine Drexel in Philadelphia Closing in 2017

Posted on May 3, 2016 by J. C.

It is with sadness that I share the news that the Shrine of St. Katherine Drexel, located on the grounds of the Motherhouse of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, will be closing in 2017.  According to the press release, … Continue reading →

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Largest Collection of Relics at St. Anthony’s Chapel in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania

Posted on August 11, 2011 by J. C.

St. Anthony’s Chapel has the largest collection of relics for public veneration with over 5000 relics housed in the Shrine of Saints. (The Vatican has the largest private collection of relics.) The collection was amassed by Father Suitbert Mollinger who … Continue reading →

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