Kimberly Haas reveals the rich, religious history of a recently razed corner building at 19th and Bainbridge

The American Bible Society is planning a robust virtual tour program with its forthcoming museum in Old City. However, some local religious historic sites worry about how their own stories will be told

The Shrine of St. John Neumann on Girard Avenue is a melting pot brimming with religious devotion. It’s also a destination for curious tourists looking to get a glimpse of the saint’s body enshrined in a glass casket. A museum dedicated to the life and work of the famed Philadelphia bishop will open this spring. John Henry Scott has the story

A secretive cult dedicated to the worship of a Swiss woman met a horrific end in 19th century South Philly. Ryan Briggs unearths the grim details

With conflict over Philadelphia’s Sanctuary City status heightening, contributor Ann de Forest offers a tour highlighting Philadelphia’s heritage as a refuge and a crucible of freedom of religion

After narrowly escaping cannibalism while lost at sea, an elderly Presbyterian widow fulfills a promise to the Lord. Harry K. has this sensational tale about the origins of the Church of the Vow

Renzetti-Magnarelli Clergy Apparel in South Philadelphia tailors some of the finest vestments this side of Rome. Contributor Kim Massare takes us inside the father and son team’s Broad Street showroom with this photo essay.

Everything is coming up papal. Data junkie Davie Hilbert compares the city’s preparations for this weekend’s visit from Pope Francis with Pope John Paul II’s stay in 1979 and reveals the gradual streamlining of a city