arts & culture Arts & CultureFeatureNewsWorld News Shields, symbols and saints: What is heraldry in the Catholic Church? Michael R. HeinleinJanuary 27, 20247 min read Steeped in tradition, ecclesiastical heraldry is a regulated system of self-identification, adopted by the church from medieval society, which operates as a science and an art form with its own rules and regulations. Arts & CultureFeatureLocal NewsNewsSchoolsUncategorized Archdiocese schools celebrate fine arts with unique programs Adriana MontesJanuary 25, 20248 min read For Baltimore Catholic schools, creating artwork, music and theater can play a key role in the intellectual and spiritual development of a student. Arts & CultureFeatureNewsWorld News Carpenters hail end of Notre Dame roof reconstruction; rector calls it ‘a work of Joseph and Jesus’ Caroline de SuryJanuary 16, 20245 min read In a historic year for Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, which the French capital and the whole world will see reopen Dec. 8, milestones will be reported on regularly, but this one made Parisians shed a tear or two: Reconstruction of the roof structure is now completed. Arts & CultureFeatureLocal NewsNews Calvert Hall grad recovered stolen art, artifacts over two-decade career with the FBI Erik ZygmontJanuary 2, 20247 min read Robert Wittman, who grew up in Baltimore’s Hamilton neighborhood and received the sacraments at nearby St. Dominic Church and his grade school education at the former parish school, has recovered countless artifacts and pieces of art, including works by Rembrandt, Goya, Manet and Rodin. Arts & CultureNewsWorld News Legendary Irish Catholic singer reflects on role of faith in music Michael R. HeinleinDecember 23, 20237 min read The singer’s Catholic culture is often evident on his social media, and Daniel O’Donnell regularly lends his musical talents at his parish, where he often sings in the choir when he’s not on the road. Arts & CultureBlack Catholic MinistryFeatureHispanic MinistryLocal NewsNewsOur Faith in Action Baltimore’s Black and Hispanic Catholic choirs inspire unity and joy Adriana MontesDecember 21, 20235 min read The archdiocese introduced two distinctive ensembles, each representing significant communities and emphasizing unity among Catholics while celebrating the church’s rich diversity – the Black Catholic Mass Choir and the Hispanic/Latino Archdiocesan Choir. Arts & CultureFeatureNewsWorld News An iconic cockerel is once again watching over Notre Dame in Paris on top of its cross Caroline de SuryDecember 18, 20234 min read A new version of an iconic cockerel, or rooster, is once again watching over Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, symbolizing resilience amid destruction after a devastating April 2019 fire. Arts & CultureFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Vatican Museums share hidden images, details found by art restorers Carol GlatzDecember 15, 20233 min read The Vatican Museums has launched an initiative to give visitors — online and in person — a “backstage” peek into the secrets, curiosities and insights discovered by their art restorers. Arts & CultureNewsWorld News Country star Craig Morgan shares his journey of faith to becoming Catholic Katie PetersonDecember 11, 20236 min read Country start Craig Morgan grew up in various Christian denominations, predominantly Baptist and, for a time, Presbyterian. But there were some things that didn’t sit quite right with him until he began studying the Catholic faith. Arts & CultureFeatureNewsWorld News Marie Miller takes music and faith to new level in ‘Woman’ Gina ChristianDecember 10, 20235 min read A young singer-songwriter in Nashville, Tenn., is taking her music — and her faith — to a new level with her latest release. Previous 1 … 9 10 11 … 23 Next