Archbishop Lori ordains 12 transitional deacons May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Their ordination as transitional deacons is the final step before they are expected to be ordained to the priesthood next year.
Radio Interview: Saying yes to God’s plan May 18, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview Mark Viviano talks with Gregg Landry, founder of Blue Rock Productions and president of the Catholic Business Network of Baltimore, about how a single reflection question at a men’s faith group – what have you said no to that could have been a blessing? – led Landry to eucharistic ministry at Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore and, eventually, prison ministry.
Archdiocese of Baltimore names teachers of the year May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools The Archdiocese of Baltimore recognized three teachers of the year May 7 with surprise visits to their classrooms by their principals and Gregory Farno, chancellor for archdiocese schools.
Archbishop Lori recognized with new award May 18, 2026By Katie V. Jones Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News A long-time advocate for St. John Vianney Center in Philadelphia, Archbishop William E. Lori was given the center’s first-ever Ambassador Award May 8 during its 80th anniversary breakfast.
Archdiocese of Baltimore files new proposed plan for Chapter 11 reorganization May 15, 2026By Christopher Gunty Catholic Review Filed Under: Bankruptcy, Feature, Local News, News The Archdiocese of Baltimore submitted a proposed plan for reorganization May 15 in an effort to complete its Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization, with the goal of equitably compensating victims of child sexual abuse by clergy and others affiliated with the Catholic Church in Maryland.
Faith at bat: Failure, injury, pressure shape high school athletes May 14, 2026By Gary Lambrecht Special to the Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools, Sports High school athletes often face more than wins and losses. Injuries, setbacks, pressure and disappointment can test their confidence and identity. Coaches, parents and Catholic school mentors say those struggles can also become opportunities for growth in faith, resilience and character.
Sister Geraldine Kent, S.S.J., dies at 95 May 13, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries A funeral Mass for Sister of St. Joseph Geraldine Kent (formerly Sister Walter Annice) was offered May 11 at St. Joseph Villa in Chestnut Hill, Pa. Sister Geraldine died May 5. She was 95.
Commencement speakers announced for local Catholic universities May 13, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Colleges, Feature, Local News, News College graduation ceremonies for the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s four Catholic universities will welcome two business leaders, a local television newscaster and a Norwegian bishop as featured commencement speakers this year.
Archbishop Lori will ordain 12 transitional deacons May 16 May 12, 2026By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: deacons, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain 12 transitional deacons during a 10 a.m. Mass May 16 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland.
Radio Interview: Why a world-class pianist gave up a promising career to become a priest May 11, 2026By Catholic Review Staff Catholic Review Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Baltimore Basilica, CR Radio, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview, Vocations He was once a rising concert pianist, performing for audiences around the world – until he answered a call he could not ignore. George Matysek speaks with Sulpician Father Paul Maillet about his journey from the concert stage to the priesthood.
‘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.
