Sister Kathleen Marie Engers, beloved founder of Baltimore’s Pumpkin Theater, dies at 101 July 16, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries School Sister of Notre Dame Kathleen Marie Engers, whose Pumpkin Theatre introduced generations of Baltimore-area children to the performing arts, died June 10 at age 101. A longtime Notre Dame of Maryland professor, she viewed the theater as a ministry that inspired a lifelong love of the arts.
Archdiocese of Baltimore will host fourth annual gun buyback July 16, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Gun Violence, Local News, News The Archdiocese of Baltimore will host its annual gun buyback event Aug. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Westside Shopping Center, 2413 Frederick Ave., Baltimore.
A quiet vigil with Jesus July 16, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Eucharist, Feature, Local News, News In the quiet hours before dawn, while most Marylanders slept, Janine Sterner kept watch in perpetual adoration at Immaculate Conception in Towson. Her story reflects the enduring devotion of those who answer the call to pray before the Blessed Sacrament.
Capuchin Franciscan Father William Graham remembered for pastoral presence to those seeking annulments July 15, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries After arriving in Baltimore and taking residence at St. Ambrose Friary in Park Heights, Father Graham was appointed interim judicial vicar for the Tribunal of the Province of Baltimore. His responsibilities included overseeing annulments and causes for sainthood, and he also served as the archbishop’s delegate for marriage dispensations and marriage delegation.
Howard County parish explores patriotism’s Catholic roots for America’s 250th July 14, 2026By Carole Norris Greene Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: America's 250th anniversary, Feature, Local News A nearly full audience filled St. Louis Church’s social hall in Clarksville July 9 to hear Matthew Spalding, dean of Hillsdale College’s Graduate School of Government, make a case for falling back in love with America through its founding document.
Father Joseph Wenderoth, a leader in correctional ministry, dies at 90 July 14, 2026By Samantha Smith Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries, Prison Ministry Father Joseph R. Wenderoth, who devoted most of his priesthood to ministering to incarcerated persons, died July 5. He was 90.
The drive that saved his life: Father J. Collin Poston returns to Carroll County parish after brush with death July 14, 2026By Jenna Mattern Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Western Vicariate Father Poston spent two weeks in the hospital, receiving the anointing of the sick multiple times and welcoming visits from friends, family, parishioners, fellow priests and his Pomeranian, Otto. He described the experience as deeply spiritual.
Loyola awarded nearly $1 million to expand forensic science training, research July 13, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Colleges, Feature, Local News, News Loyola University Maryland has received nearly $1 million in federal funding to establish a forensic science training center, an investment university and law enforcement leaders say will strengthen forensic science education, expand research opportunities and deepen partnerships that support criminal investigations across the region.
Radio Interview: The Future of AI and Its Ethical Implications: Insights from an AI expert July 13, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: AI, CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview In this episode of Catholic Review Radio, Christopher Gunty explores with Taylor Black the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, its cultural and ethical impacts, and the Catholic perspective on technology. Black is director of AI and Venture Ecosystems at Microsoft. Discover how AI is shaping society, the importance of human dignity, and what the future holds.
Father Mark Logue, who transformed two parishes and touched many lives, dies at 78 July 9, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries Father Mark Logue transformed two parishes during 43 years of priesthood – but friends say his real legacy was the people he welcomed.
Sister Joan Bastress, I.H.M., served in multiple ministries in Archdiocese of Baltimore July 9, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries A funeral Mass for Sister Joan Bastress, a member of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, will be offered at 11 a.m. on July 10 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Dunmore, Pa.. Sister Joan died July 3. She was 92.
Sister Patricia Anne Bossle, D.C., former president of Seton Keough High School, dies at 86 July 8, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries, Schools A funeral Mass for Daughter of Charity Sister Patricia Anne Bossle, a former leader of The Seton Keough High School in Baltimore, was offered July 7 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Seton in Emmitsburg. Sister Pat died July 1 at Villa St. Michael in Emmitsburg. She was 86.
