Tim Swift

Tim Swift is a former social media coordinator for the Catholic Review and the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Covering everything from pop culture to politics to religion to errant alligators, Tim has worked as a reporter and editor for The Baltimore Sun, BBC News and Local 10 News in South Florida. A native of Philadelphia, Tim grew up attending Catholic schools and got his start in journalism as the editor of The Prelate, Cardinal Dougherty High School's student newspaper. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Penn State. After a few years away, Tim is glad to be back in his adopted hometown of Baltimore.

Maryland bishops endorse use of Pfizer, Moderna COVID vaccines

December 16, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Coronavirus, Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life

The Maryland Catholic Conference – which represents bishops serving the archdioceses of Baltimore and Washington as well as the diocese of Wilmington, Del. – is recommending that the faithful receive COVID-19 vaccines developed by U.S. pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and Moderna when available.

Five ways to pandemic-proof your Christmas

December 5, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Christmas, Feature, Local News, News, Uncategorized

Yes, it’s true that the coronavirus pandemic will upend many of our most cherished Christmas activities, but this trying time is a good one in which to rediscover some often-overlooked Christmas traditions that are perfect for our socially distant age.

Parroquias locales lanzan esfuerzos de socorro después de que dos huracanes devastaran Centroamérica

November 20, 2020
By Tim Swift
Filed Under: En Español, News

Varias parroquias de la Arquidiócesis de Baltimore están recolectando donaciones y ofreciendo oraciones para apoyar a los afectados por los huracanes Eta e Iota, que han causado destrucción masiva y han causado cientos de muertos este mes en Centroamérica.

Local parishes launch relief efforts after two hurricanes devastate Central America

November 20, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Feature, Local News, News, World News

A number of parishes in the Archdiocese of Baltimore are collecting donations and offering prayers to support those hard hit by hurricanes Eta and Iota, which have caused massive destruction and killed hundreds of people this month in Central America.

Baltimore Catholic schools to go virtual for three days after Thanksgiving

November 19, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: Coronavirus, Feature, Local News, News, Schools

Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic schools will suspend in-person learning for three days after the Thanksgiving holiday to monitor students and staff for symptoms of the coronavirus, officials said this week.

Feeling called? Learn more about becoming a deacon with virtual information sessions

November 17, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations

Starting Nov. 18, the archdiocese will host a series of information sessions for those considering becoming permanent deacons.

In-person Masses continue amid surge in coronavirus cases

November 16, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: Coronavirus, Feature, Local News, News

Officials at the Archdiocese of Baltimore said while they would heed the advice of state public health officials, they were confident in-person Masses could continue under the current conditions.

Five ways to survive a season crashed by COVID-19

November 11, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Christmas, Feature, Local News, News

The Review spoke with experts – mental, spiritual and physical – about five ways to navigate the challenges of a holiday season clouded by COVID-19.

A tortured 2020 election again puts the spotlight on the Electoral College

November 6, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: 2020 Election, Feature, Local News, News

While there’s no white smoke wafting over Pennsylvania, the Electoral College and the College of Cardinals once shared strong similarities when the U.S. body was created in 1788.

Archbishop Lori to celebrate prayer service in support of sainthood for Mother Mary Lange

October 29, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Black Catholic Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, Racial Justice

Archbishop William E. Lori and Auxiliary Bishop Denis J. Madden will celebrate a virtual prayer-and-praise event Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. to mark November as National Black Catholic History Month.

Baltimore lecture series to mark beatification of Father Michael McGivney

October 28, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Knights of Columbus, Local News, News

To celebrate the beatification of Venerable Father Michael McGivney, St. Mary’s Seminary and University in Roland Park is hosting a series of online lectures about the founder of the Knights of Columbus who became a model for the humble, hardworking parish priest.

At police reform forum, Archbishop Lori explains why Catholics must embrace racial justice

October 27, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Black Catholic Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, Racial Justice, Urban Vicariate, Video

Archbishop William E. Lori spoke forcefully in favor of police reform, addressing head-on why the Archdiocese of Baltimore has taken such an active role in supporting recent demonstrations on policing and racial justice.