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George P. Matysek Jr.

Abuse survivor reflects on John Merzbacher’s death

May 15, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: 2023 Attorney General's Report, Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News

“And I get no pleasure from his death because I wish none of it had happened,” Elizabeth Ann Murphy said. “It still doesn’t restore my childhood.”

Believe us: Survivors express anger, hope following release of attorney general’s report

May 1, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: 2023 Attorney General's Report, Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News

Murphy said there is a “simple” answer as to how the church found itself enmeshed in the abuse crisis. “It’s because church leadership put power, prestige and possessions above the lives of the children entrusted to their care,” she said.

Power of prayer works for vocations

April 24, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Vocations

If you’re skeptical about the power of prayer in fostering religious vocations, consider the extraordinary example of Elizabeth Louisa Rolls Vaughan.

Give your input on future of city parishes by taking ‘Seek the City’ survey

April 20, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Seek the City to Come

The Archdiocese of Baltimore is offering an online survey in six languages to gather more input on its “Seek the City to Come” urban pastoral planning initiative.

‘Good is stronger than evil,’ Archbishop Lori proclaims at Easter Mass

April 9, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: 2023 Attorney General's Report, Easter, Feature, Local News, News

The Catholic Church exists to proclaim the Risen Lord, Archbishop William E. Lori told more than 1,300 people who filled the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland to capacity for the 11 a.m. Easter Mass April 9.

Attorney General Brown hopes abuse report ‘exposes’ transgressions ‘to the fullest extent possible’

April 5, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: 2023 Attorney General's Report, Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown said more than 300 people contacted the attorney general’s office since its investigation began five years ago, with his office interviewing hundreds of survivors and witnesses.

Vincent Quayle, former priest who fought discriminatory housing, dies at 83

April 4, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries, Racial Justice, Social Justice

Vincent “Vinnie” Quayle, a former Jesuit priest who passionately fought blockbusting, redlining and other discriminatory practices in the real estate and housing industries in Baltimore, died March 27.

BOOST funding preserved by Maryland lawmakers

April 3, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, Maryland General Assembly, News, Schools

Leading lawmakers in the General Assembly agreed March 31 to fund the BOOST (Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today) Scholarship program at $9 million – $1 million more than had been proposed by Gov. Wes Moore, but $1 million less than last year.

Cathedral of Mary Our Queen to host world premiere of Passion setting

March 27, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Feature, Local News, News

The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland will host the world premiere of a musical setting of the exact text of St. John’s Passion narrative during a special 7 p.m. concert March 31.

Pathfinders: Five Archdiocese of Baltimore women who made history

March 21, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Saints

As the nation’s first Catholic diocese, the Archdiocese of Baltimore is home to many trailblazers, including history-making women.

Statute of limitations bill called ‘unconstitutional’ and ‘unfair’

March 10, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, Maryland Catholic Conference, Maryland General Assembly, News

Calling it “unconstitutional” and “unfair,” the Maryland Catholic Conference expressed its continued opposition to legislation approved March 10 by a State Senate committee that would treat private institutions such as the Catholic Church differently from public institutions in civil liabilities faced for child sexual abuse.

Leap of faith: Jesuit priest is a master of Irish song and dance

March 8, 2023
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Feature, Local News, News

Irish dance is both individual and communal, Father Frain said, much like the practice of the Catholic faith.

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