John Harbaugh connects faith, work and family March 6, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Local News, News, Sports Some of the best advice John Harbaugh ever received came on the day Steve Bisciotti hired him as head coach.
Pope Benedict XVI offers lesson in humility February 21, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary The goodness and humility witnessed by the future Baltimore archbishop were on display for all the world Feb. 11 when Pope Benedict XVI quietly announced in Latin that he would step down due to his advanced age and lack of stamina.
Archbishop Lori reflects on Pope Benedict’s legacy February 11, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Local News, News, Vatican Expressing his appreciation for Pope Benedict XVI following the Feb. 11 announcement of the pope’s upcoming resignation, Archbishop William E. Lori remembered the pontiff as a loving man whose lasting legacy will be his commitment to the new evangelization.“
Harbaugh parents brace for ‘thrill of victory’ and ‘agony of defeat’ January 24, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Local News, News When the Baltimore Ravens defeated the San Francisco 49ers on Thanksgiving night in 2011 – and John Harbaugh beat younger brother, Jim, in the first-ever NFL matchup of coaching brothers, Jack Harbaugh peeked into the Ravens’ locker room after the game.
Baltimore archbishop makes house calls to help foster vocations January 10, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Local News, News, Vocations Entering the seminary is not irrevocable, the archbishop said. It’s part of a discernment process to discover whether God is calling them to the priesthood.
As one generation passes, social justice movement faces new challenges January 10, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Local News, News, Social Justice A generation of priests is retiring or passing on – a generation inspired by the reforms of the Second Vatican Council and one that seemed particularly passionate about righting wrongs through social change.
Amen: Telling questions for pregnant women January 10, 2013By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary, Respect Life My brother was in line at a local supermarket when he observed a young woman strike up a conversation with an apparent longtime friend. Showing off her slightly protruding belly, the younger woman announced that she was pregnant.
After final vows, hermits lead lives of prayer November 14, 2012By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Local News, News Hermits lead an intense prayer life.
Christopher Gaul, former managing editor of the Catholic Review, dies at 72 October 18, 2012By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Journalism, Local News, News, Obituaries Gaul, 72, died Oct. 18, after a nearly yearlong battle with cancer. He worked at the Catholic Review beginning as a writer in 1995 before becoming associate and then managing editor. He had also produced and hosted Catholic News Radio and Catholic Review TV.
‘I have connections in heaven’ August 30, 2012By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Commentary Mercy Sister Lois Mueller was a bundle of energy when I first met her at The Villa retirement home in Baltimore three years ago. I was visiting for a story I was writing about how retired nuns kept in shape by playing bowling and other Nintendo Wii video games donated by students of St. Joseph School in Cockeysville.
‘Premier Dog’: Archbishop Lori’s pet ready for life in the big city August 25, 2012By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Baltimore Basilica, Local News, News Noble may be in store for a higher profile in the Archdiocese of Baltimore – the nation’s first diocese and the “Premier See.” The dog accompanied Archbishop Lori to Baltimore and will be living with the archbishop at his Charles Street residence.
Monsignor Nalepa, longtime pastor, dies at 70 August 6, 2012By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries Monsignor Damien Nalepa, pastor of St. Gregory the Great in West Baltimore for 30 years and a much-respected proponent of inner-city ministry, social justice and non-violence, died suddenly at St. Gregory Aug. 4 at age 70.
