Book details Redemptorist priest risking everything to reveal hidden dramas of Vatican II October 6, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Books, Feature, Local News, News Richard A. Zmuda, a parishioner of St. Mary in Annapolis and author of “The Mole of Vatican Council II: The True Story of Xavier Rynne,” tells the tale behind the pseudonym: Redemptorist Father Francis Xavier Murphy, the priest who became Vatican II’s whistleblower.
Faith fuels John Harbaugh’s NFL coaching style September 25, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: CR Radio, Feature, Full-Court Catholic, Local News, News, Radio Interview, Sports Good coaching, even at the highest level, isn’t about winning championships, John Harbaugh said. “It’s about becoming a champion for the people you coach.”
Father Thomas Gills, Western Maryland pastor and military chaplain who aided wounded, dies at 71 September 11, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries Father Thomas Gills, a former military chaplain who ministered to critically wounded servicemen and later served as pastor of St. Peter the Apostle in Oakland and St. Peter at the Lake in McHenry, died Sept. 6 at his home in Little Orleans. He was 71.
A depth of gratitude for return of NDP ring lost in shallows September 8, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools The ring belonged to Renae Nicola Stamas, a 2020 graduate of Notre Dame Preparatory School in Towson. She had lost it almost exactly a year earlier while swimming and playing in the water with her godson during a family visit to Greece.
St. Frances Academy restores historic chapel that welcomes all September 3, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools In his will, Monsignor Collins left St. Frances Academy a $660,000 bequest – enough to cover the chapel renovation and strengthen the school’s endowment.
Prince of Peace merges with St. Francis de Sales in Harford County July 22, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News Faced with a growing financial crisis and a steady decline in parishioners, Prince of Peace Parish in Edgewood officially merged with nearby St. Francis de Sales Parish in Abingdon July 1. As a result, Prince of Peace is no longer serving as a regular worship site.
Scopes Monkey Trial ignited century-long debate on evolution and belief July 15, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News One hundred years ago this July, the small town of Dayton, Tenn., was thrust into the national spotlight in what was pitched as a historic showdown between faith and science.
Hope rises from ashes for St. Rita parishioners July 3, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News The fire was caused by a lightning strike during an afternoon storm that passed through Dundalk, according to Tom Alban, director of risk management for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The lightning affected the electronics on the church’s bell system, which then overheated and caused the fire, he said.
Two-alarm fire damages St. Rita Church July 1, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News The fire began around 2:30 p.m. Parish leaders believe it may have been caused by a lightning strike, though the cause has not yet been confirmed. While no one was injured, flames and water left visible damage to several parts of the building, including the reconciliation room, vestibule, downstairs restroom and the stairwell leading to the bell tower, according to the parish.
Thank you to a one-of-a-kind teacher June 17, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Commentary, Feature, Schools, The Narthex She had a gift – not just for teaching, but for connecting with people and making them feel seen and valued.
Prodigal son to priest June 17, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, New Priests 2025, News, Vocations In the eyes of the world, Deacon James “Jamie” Lancelotta is the unlikeliest candidate for the priesthood.
El ‘Obispo Bruce’ forjó fuertes lazos con Baltimore en tiempos difíciles y tenía corazón de pastor May 20, 2025By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: En Español Mientras el Obispo Lewandowski se preparaba para su toma de posesión el 20 de mayo como décimo Obispo de Providence, Rhode Island, personas de toda la Arquidiócesis de Baltimore le agradecieron sus nueve años de ministerio aquí.
