Bishop Brennan named to lead Wheeling-Charleston diocese July 23, 2019By Christopher Gunty Filed Under: Bishops, Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Hispanic Ministry, Local News, News, Uncategorized, World News Pope Francis named Bishop Mark E. Brennan as bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, which encompasses the state of West Virginia. The July 23 announcement was publicized in Washington, D.C., by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States. He will become the ninth bishop of the diocese, which had been the Diocese of Wheeling from its founding in 1850 until 1962, when it became the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.
In retirement, Fullerton parishioner keeps an eye on the heavens July 16, 2019By Mary K. Tilghman Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News Jim O’Leary spent 44 years as a senior scientist at the Maryland Science Center.
Fullerton parishioners, students respond after officer’s murder May 31, 2018By Emily Rosenthal Alster Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Schools While police looked for those responsible for the death of a Baltimore County police officer, St. Joseph School in Fullerton kept students calm walk they were on lockdown.
Christ the King parishioners evangelize neighborhoods May 31, 2018By Emily Rosenthal Alster Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, Missionary Disciples, News, Video Parishioners of Christ the King in Glen Burnie are taking to the streets to evangelize.
Faith keeps young parishioner strong in battle with brain cancer and Lyme disease February 19, 2018By George P. Matysek Jr. Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Faces of Faith, Feature, Local News, News Despite brutal twin diagnoses of Lyme disease and brain cancer, 26-year-old Corey Dregier maintains a positive attitude and zest for life.
Grad returns to St. Margaret to give thanks – and give back – to Casey Cares February 1, 2018By Kevin J. Parks Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Schools Calvert Hall sophomore was a kindergartner at St. Margaret School when he was diagnosed with cancer, a travail made easier by the Casey Cares Foundation.
Severna Park parish and school grow with new building January 29, 2018By Emily Rosenthal Alster Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Video St. John the Evangelist Parish and School in Severna Park have grown with the opening of a shared 14,600-square-foot Parish Activities Center.
Service learning at Notre Dame Prep aids refugees January 24, 2018By Emily Rosenthal Alster Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Schools “The social service program exists to connect students to the broader community surrounding NDP, specifically through the lens of transformation and justice,” said Steven Pomplon, director of the school’s social service program.
Young adult’s vibrant faith makes an impact at Cockeysville parish December 28, 2017By Rico De Silva Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Faces of Faith, Hispanic Ministry, Local News “I’ve heard that some young people here call her ‘Mama.’ This gives me great joy to have someone in our parish with such great impact on young adults,” Father Osorio said.
St. Andrew by the Bay welcomes ‘Homeless Jesus’ statue for Christmas December 16, 2017By Rico De Silva Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News A lightweight, resin replica of the statue, which was created by Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz, has traveled around the Archdiocese of Baltimore since February.
Jack of all trades brings joy to OLV students December 14, 2017By Rico De Silva Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Schools, Video Jack Pundt’s personal train set collection has become an Advent tradition at Our Lady of Victory School, putting students in the Christmas spirit.
Retiring Monsignor Cramblitt sees ‘grace of God’ December 6, 2017By Paul McMullen Filed Under: Eastern Vicariate, Feature, Local News, News, Retirement “When I look at how growth has happened in my life – emotionally, spiritually, personally – I step back in amazement and can’t help but the see the grace of God there.”
