“People want to have an opportunity to honor … and bury their child,” said Father Carrion, who added that the ministry helps to build community among those experiencing loss.
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Faith and food mix at Baltimore’s first Olive Mass
The first Olive Mass held in Baltimore drew those who serve in the food industry Oct. 29 for a liturgy, panel discussion, networking and – of course – food.
Mount de Sales goes the distance to historic IAAM cross country title
Mount de Sales Academy celebrates its 2018 IAAM A Conference cross country championship Oct. 30 at McDaniel College in Westminster.
Archbishop Lori: During Baltimore meeting, U.S. bishops will work to restore trust
Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore said he expects the U.S. bishops to set aside most of their regular agenda for the annual fall meeting here Nov. 12-14. Instead, he thinks the bishops will open their meeting with extended prayer. “I think it’s the most foundational step. We have to take a day of reparation […]
Baltimore Archdiocese priests to participate in 50-mile penitential pilgrimage
Father John “Jack” Lombardi has led dozens of lengthy walking pilgrimages in Maryland and abroad, most promoting religious liberty. In response to the clergy abuse crisis, the Hancock-based pastor will lead a 50-mile “Pilgrimage for the Priesthood, in Penance and Prayer,” originating in Emmitsburg Nov. 9 and concluding in Baltimore Nov. 11.
Elkridge church welcomes ‘trunk-or-treaters’
“Our goal is to get younger families involved in the church,” said Laurie Kaplan, one of the family ministry coordinators. “There’s just so many families with young kids – it’s just nice to bring them into the faith.”
Archdiocese tightens screening requirements to enhance child protection
The Archdiocese of Baltimore is enhancing its requirements for training and background checks for employees, clergy and most volunteers to continue to ensure safe environments for children.
Archbishop Lori says his heart ‘broken’ by tragedy of synagogue shooting
My heart is broken by news of the terrible attack on the synagogue in Pittsburgh. My prayers are with the families of all those who have lost loved ones and with the Jewish people who have suffered such an unspeakable violation of one of their houses of worship.
Former U.S. ambassador to Holy See addresses locals at Red Mass
For Mary Ann Glendon, the Learned Hand Professor of Law at Harvard University and former U.S. ambassador to the Holy See, receiving an award named for St. Thomas More was more than solely an honor.
Loyola Blakefield in position for cross country, soccer titles
Loyola Blakefield is poised to win MIAA A Conference titles in both cross country and soccer.
Love and loss: Baltimore violence leaves families leaning on faith
Last year was the deadliest per capita in the history of Baltimore City, and 2018 is proving just as tragic. Families left behind work to ensure that they themselves do not become spiritual casualties.
Thurmont parishioners provide ‘joyful witness’ at Colorfest
On the second full weekend in October, the town of Thurmont transforms to welcome autumn visitors. The 55th annual Catoctin Colorfest, one of the largest outdoor craft shows in the East, drew an estimated 100,000 Oct. 13-14.