Articles by Philadelphia Sun Staff

Stay-at-home order updated to reflect need to limit in-person religious gatherings  Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as significant religious holidays approached in the past few weeks, Gov. Tom Wolf and religious leaders from across the commonwealth encouraged alternative forms of faith gatherings. Gov. Wolf and Department of Health Sec. Dr. Rachel Levine updated the stay-at-home…

Read More

By Archbishop Mary Floyd Palmer, Pastor of Heavenly Hall Church Presiding Prelate, Philadelphia Council of Clergy Hope is defined by Wikipedia as: “an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one’s life or the world at large (noun)”; or, “expect with confidence”…

Read More

Rev. Naomi Washington-Leaphear ABOVE PHOTO: Director of faith-based and interfaith affairs in the Mayor’s Office of Public Engagement For many Philadelphians, these past several days and weeks have been disorienting. We are adjusting to different routines and the loss of physical connection and even financial stability. We are juggling many needs and priorities that seem…

Read More

The initiative seeks to raise $30,000 by April 3rd to help Saint John’s Hospice provide additional support, resources, and expanded services to homeless men Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia (CSS), is seeking community support to help provide expanded services and critical support to men experiencing…

Read More

ABOVE PHOTO: Spinach and Frisee Salad with Raspberry Pickled Onions and Raspberry Vinaigrette  Family Features From breakfasts to salads, desserts and beyond, fruit is unique in its ability to add both flavor and nutrition to family-favorite dishes. As you look for ways to incorporate produce in your family’s recipes, consider an option with a sweet-tart…

Read More

Dear Muva: How do we as women harness and take hold of our feminine energy? Why is having masculine energy seen as an awful trait in us? Yet, everything that I see on Google, speaks of feminine energy “leaning back and receiving” while masculine energy is “leaning forward and taking”. “Other searches, have revealed that…

Read More

By Danae Reid For most college students, graduating is the ultimate goal, especially after they’ve spent thousands of dollars and countless hours in an effort to get a degree. However, with COVID-19 being as contagious, complicated, and unpredictable as it is, life as  a student has become that much more difficult.  In-person classes have been…

Read More

Where to find free, nutritious food during the COVID-19 crisis In response to continued shutdowns because of the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Philadelphia is partnering with Share Food Program and Philabundance to get food to residents in need during this public health crisis. The sites are open Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m….

Read More

ABOVE PHOTO: Caramelized Sweet Onion Hummus  FAMILY FEATURES The next time you’re looking for a quick fix, consider this Carmelized Sweet Onion Hummus recipe — which can be enjoyed in individual serving dishes —  that’s ideal for pairing with pita bread, veggies or crackers. With the layered flavor, color and texture of onions serving as…

Read More

ABOVE PHOTO: Anthony Davis (Photo: Natursports/Shutterstock) By Tim Reynolds associated press Knowing when the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics will be solves one problem for USA Basketball. And it creates a few others. Let’s assume that the 2020-21 NBA season is over by next July, a premise that also assumes some sort of normalcy returns to the…

Read More