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Archbishop William E. Lori

Archbishop William E. Lori was installed as the 16th Archbishop of Baltimore May 16, 2012.

Prior to his appointment to Baltimore, Archbishop Lori served as Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, Conn., from 2001 to 2012 and as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Washington from 1995 to 2001.

A native of Louisville, Ky., Archbishop Lori holds a bachelor's degree from the Seminary of St. Pius X in Erlanger, Ky., a master's degree from Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Emmitsburg and a doctorate in sacred theology from The Catholic University of America. He was ordained to the priesthood for the Archdiocese of Washington in 1977.

In addition to his responsibilities in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Archbishop Lori serves as Supreme Chaplain of the Knights of Columbus and is the vice president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

Son of St. Alphonsus

April 28, 2025
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Bishop Lewandowski, Bishops, Charity in Truth, Commentary, From the Archbishop

In early April, it was announced that Pope Francis appointed Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., to be the next bishop of Providence, R.I. The Holy Father could not have chosen a better bishop to guide that important diocese in the years ahead.

God really loves me

April 2, 2025
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Evangelization

This year’s Rite of Election in the Archdiocese of Baltimore was beautiful. The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen was filled to overflowing. Nearly 800 catechumens and candidates for reception into the church were joined by their godparents, sponsors, families and friends.

The aroma of Christ

March 4, 2025
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Lent

Those truly filled with Christ’s self-giving love cannot remain self-enclosed but instead are impelled to become a diffuser of his truth and love by how they live, what they say and by their love of others, especially those in need.

The divine spark

February 10, 2025
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, From the Archbishop

If we neglect our “heart of hearts,” our inmost self, our soul – where flashes the spark of divine love, that point of encounter between ourselves and God, then our efforts to improve how we look and how we function will largely be in vain.

The Door of Hope

December 23, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Feature, Jubilee 2025

In opening the Holy Door, Pope Francis opens the door of hope for the Church and for the whole human family.

Lost and found

November 29, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Charity in Truth, Commentary, Feature

During Advent, let us allow the Lord to break through barriers that prevent us from receiving and giving love. This can happen when we make an unburdening confession of our sins.

Overseas dispatches

October 31, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Feature, From the Archbishop

Participating in prayerful discussions with people from all over the world, I experienced many different perspectives and cultural expressions coupled with a common love for Christ, for the faith and for the Church.

Sunken treasure

October 3, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary

And just as the divers who found the San Jose did not work alone, so too those who are retrieving the faith do not work alone.

Important homework

September 2, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, Schools

Faith formation cannot be achieved solely in the classroom. Even the best teacher, catechist or youth minister cannot fully substitute for the role of loving parents.

Is our faith for real?

July 2, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, From the Archbishop

It’s no secret that in recent years many Catholics have absented themselves from the Eucharist and there are many reasons for this. But none of these reasons outweighs the depth, the beauty and the reality of Christ’s Presence and his power to change our lives by his transformative love.

Building the team

June 3, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary, From the Archbishop, Seek the City to Come

Sustainable parishes are being formed that will have what it takes to offer a full range of pastoral services and to evangelize the neighborhoods they are in, while continuing ministries of service.

Pray the rosary

May 2, 2024
By Archbishop William E. Lori
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Charity in Truth, Commentary

There’s no better time to begin or resume praying the rosary than this beautiful month of May dedicated to our Blessed Lady.

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