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Why having two horrible presidential candidates presents a golden opportunity for Catholics

October 7, 2016
By Hanael Bianchi
Filed Under: Blog, Fertile Soil

After the first presidential debate, it was clear we have two of the worst candidates for president imaginable. We would be hard pressed to find individuals more unpopular than Clinton and Trump, and as the election quickly approaches, we are left wondering: what happened? Yet, this election could be a

Benefit for Catholic education raises spirits, $800,000

September 27, 2016
By Christopher Gunty
Filed Under: Giving, Local News, News, Schools

The more than $800,000 expected to be raised by the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s annual gala for education will support 160 scholarships and more.

Celebrating a dozen years of marriage

September 25, 2016
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Open Window

Twelve years ago I stood in the narthex of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, wearing my white gown, impatient and excited for the day—and this new chapter of life—to begin.My father was there, and my bridesmaids—sisters and friends—along with a lovely flower girl and a handsome little ring bearer.

Monsignor Murphy, longtime Walkersville pastor, ready for active retirement

September 19, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Local News, News, Retirement

Whether it was building a new church or a stronger sense of Christian community, Monsignor Murphy poured himself into his ministry. Now, 43 years after his ordination, the 69-year-old Baltimore native has begun a retirement that keeps him as active as ever.

When I am not enough

September 19, 2016
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Commentary, The Domestic Church

“We are to become vessels of God’s compassionate love for others,” St. Clare of Assisi said.

NDP grad shines with swim gold at Rio Paralympics

September 9, 2016
By Paul McMullen
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Local News, News, Sports

A parishioner of St. Joseph in Cockeysville and 2013 graduate of Notre Dame Preparatory School in Towson, Meyers earned her first gold medal in the Paralympics with a world record in the S13 100-meter butterfly.

Amen: Jesus misses you

August 30, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Amen, Amen Matysek Commentary, Baltimore Basilica, Commentary

Eucharistic adoration at the Baltimore Basilica is in trouble. See what you can do to help – and grow closer to Christ.

Charles Osgood fondly recalls Catholic Baltimore

August 29, 2016
By George P. Matysek Jr.
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, The Narthex

“Only Sister Serena could have judged your morals and grammar at the same time,” Mr. Osgood recalled.

Over one year after unrest, church’s West Baltimore effort continues

August 18, 2016
By Erik Zygmont
Filed Under: Black Catholic Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, Urban Vicariate

West Baltimore, with help from the Archdiocese of Baltimore and others, is doing its best to effect positive change.

Zaferes intends to kick home strong in Olympic triathlon

August 9, 2016
By Paul McMullen
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Local News, News

When Zaferes, 27, competes in the women’s triathlon Aug. 20, she’ll represent not just the United States, but a large extended family in Carroll County, one that includes an absent cousin.

Catching up with the ‘Woodstock Nun’

August 8, 2016
By Erik Zygmont
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Vocations

A six-second clip of Sister Susanne Bunn of the Mission Helpers of the Sacred Heart flashing the peace sign at the site of the Woodstock music festival made her a cultural icon.

Phelps’ maturation includes faith

August 8, 2016
By Paul McMullen
Filed Under: Baltimore Boomer, Blog

Having been blessed to cover his Olympic debut in Sydney, Australia, in 2000, and report on his unprecedented eight medals at the 2004 Games in Athens, Greece, I am more than a casual observer of the athletic marvel that is Michael Phelps.It was gratifying to see Phelps swim as well

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