‘Present’: Archbishop Lori ordains 14 permanent deacons at solemn, yet joy-filled Mass May 10, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Archbishop William E. Lori ordained 14 permanent deacons for the Archdiocese of Baltimore at a joy-filled Mass at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. Among them was a man who defied a devastating diagnosis to fulfill his calling – and 13 others with their own stories of faith, family and perseverance.
Archdiocesan staff celebrates Archbishop Lori’s 75th birthday May 8, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News Archbishop William E. Lori observed his 75th birthday May 7 with a celebration with Catholic Center staff in Baltimore.
Knott Scholars recognized May 8, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools Thirty-nine students were recognized as Knott Scholarship winners during an April 26 pinning ceremony at St. Joseph in Fullerton.
A seagull on the Sistine Chapel inspires a story about being loved as you are May 7, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Books, Feature, Local News, News Eric Clayton was sitting in a barbershop when a viral photo of a seagull atop the Sistine Chapel sparked an idea. Weeks later, he had a children’s book — and a message about God’s love he hopes will reach kids, families, and maybe even the pope.
Young Catholic missionaries bring hope to Baltimore’s homeless population May 6, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Baltimore Basilica, Evangelization, Feature, Local News, News Through prayer and presence, Catholic missionaries in Baltimore walk alongside the homeless, forming relationships that bring dignity and hope.
Renewal underway at Baltimore Basilica May 6, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Baltimore Basilica, Feature, Local News, News The campaign includes $3 million for capital projects, $3 million for the Source of All Hope missionary program, $3 million for a capital trust and $1 million for the basilica’s music program, including the establishment of a school of sacred music for children.
Meet the permanent deacons to be ordained May 9 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen May 6, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain 14 men to the permanent diaconate during a 10 a.m. Mass May 9 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. A permanent deacon differs from a transitional deacon in that he is not later ordained to the priesthood.
Hispanic Charismatic Renewal draws Archbishop Lori to Baltimore formation session May 5, 2026By Aline Behar Kado Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Evangelization, Feature, Hispanic Ministry, Local News, News Spirited music could be heard from the parking lot of Sisters Academy of Baltimore in Lansdowne May 2 as almost 100 lay leaders from parishes across Maryland involved in the Hispanic Charismatic Renewal Movement welcomed Archbishop William E. Lori, who attended one of their formation sessions for the first time.
Catholic Charities new intergenerational center provides varied community services May 5, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Catholic Charities, Feature, Local News, News Neighbors, families and civic dignitaries got their first good look inside the Carolynn E. Fugett Intergenerational Center May 1, as the West Baltimore Catholic Charities center held an open house at the new $35 million facility.
Archbishop Lori announces associate pastor and deacon appointments May 4, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Appointments, Feature, Local News, News Archbishop William E. Lori announces the following appointments:
Radio Interview: Prolific Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman on wine, monasteries and the art of hospitality May 4, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Books, CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview Host Rita Buettner speaks with Emily Stimpson Chapman, a bestselling Catholic author, who explains how monks preserved and elevated winemaking after the fall of the Roman Empire
Sisters of Bon Secours name inaugural executive director May 3, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Consecrated Life, Feature, Local News, News The Marriottsville-based Sisters of Bon Secours USA named Kathy Connerton as the congregation’s inaugural executive director of mission and business operations.
