Auxiliary Bishop Daniel E. Thomas will be the Mass main celebrant and homilist at a Mass to honor this year's Keys and Swords Award recipients.

Sunday, June 26, 2011
11:00 a.m.
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Peter & Saint Paul
18th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Luncheon and Award Ceremony to follow:
The Union League
140 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Rosalie Mirenda, President of Neumann University in Aston, has been selected to receive the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Keys & Sword Award in recognition of her dedicated service to Neumann University, and her diligent work in furthering the Franciscan tradition of respect for the individual, concern for the environment, social responsibility and a commitment to Catholic higher education.

Mr. Robert Sims has been selected to receive the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul Keys & Sword Award in recognition of his leadership and for his continuous support of the Archdiocese through his participation in numerous Catholic organizations and Archdiocesan committees.

The Keys & Sword Award, named in honor of Saints Peter and Paul, acknowledges members of the religious or civic community in recognition of their extraordinary commitment and selfless dedication in service to others. It acknowledges individuals whose actions reflect the Gospel values of faith, valor, selfless service, personal sacrifice and respect. Honorees are nominated and selected by a process of consultation involving clergy, cathedral parishioners, and members of the Archdiocesan community.

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Editor's Notes: For tickets, contact 215-561-1313 or purchase online at www.sspeterpaulcathedral.catholicweb.com.

Contact
Jhoselyn Martinez
Communications Specialist
215-587-3747