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Bishop Brennan named to lead Wheeling-Charleston diocese

July 23, 2019
By 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.

Audit firm, other financial controls announced for West Virginia diocese

July 22, 2019
By Christopher Gunty
Filed Under: Local News, News, World News

The Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, has selected a new external auditor as part of the progress that has been made since Pope Francis accepted the resignation of Bishop Michael J. Bransfield as head of the diocese in September 2018.

Sister Dorothy Rachuba, SSND, taught in Baltimore Catholic schools for 60 years, dies at age 92

July 17, 2019
By Catholic Review Staff
Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries, Uncategorized

Sister Dorothy first encountered the School Sisters of Notre Dame at Sacred Heart of Jesus School in Highlandtown.

Highlandtown parish plans July 23 refugee-themed ‘Way of the Cross’

July 17, 2019
By Paul McMullen
Filed Under: Feature, Hispanic Ministry, Local News, News, Priests and Deacons

The pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus-Sagrado Corazón de Jesús wants to alleviate fear in the immigrant community.

In retirement, Fullerton parishioner keeps an eye on the heavens

July 16, 2019
By 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.

Sister Jordan Marie Goeke, OSF, served at St. Joseph Hospital

July 13, 2019
By Catholic Review Staff
Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries

The Sister of St. Francis of Philadelphia served for 11 years as assistant director of nursing services at St. Joseph Hospital.

Camp GLOW smiles brighten Howard County parishioner’s battle with cancer

July 11, 2019
By Kevin J. Parks
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Disabilities Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life, Western Vicariate

Even cancer couldn’t keep Jane De Hitta away from her role as a companion at a camp for adults with disabilities.

Catholic Charities program hones ability to secure substantive employment

July 8, 2019
By Paul McMullen
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Catholic Charities, Feature, Local News, News, Positively Catholic

St. Edward’s Workforce Development Center partners with Vehicles for Change on Baltimore’s west side.

Sister Margaret Maureen Thompson, OSF, spent 56 years in Baltimore Archdiocese

July 4, 2019
By Catholic Review Staff
Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries, Schools

Sister Margaret Maureen taught at six schools inside and around the Baltimore Beltway.

Miceli remembered as servant to family, faith, Calvert Hall

July 3, 2019
By Paul McMullen
Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries, Schools, Sports

Augie Miceli’s 60 years of service to Calvert Hall were remembered during a July 3 funeral Mass at the cathedral.

Class of 2019: Tiny start, big finish for Maimone twins at Mercy High, Loyola Blakefield

July 3, 2019
By Mary K. Tilghman
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Feature, Local News, News, Schools

Connor and Kayleigh Maimone’s connection to Mercy High, which includes an Eagle Scout project and a graduation, began with their 2001 baptism there.

Class of 2019: St. Mary’s Doud excelled as equestrian, advocate for immigrants

July 2, 2019
By Karen Sampson Hoffman
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Feature, Local News, News, Schools

In addition to being the valedictorian at St. Mary’s High in Annapolis and an accomplished equestrian, Aidan Doud is active in helping immigrants adjust to the U.S.