Father Michael Carrion and his brother, Father Patrick Carrion, are marking a combined 75 years in the priesthood. They hosted an Aug. 21 celebration of clergy vocations in families for other brothers, fathers and sons throughout the archdiocese.
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Delegates prepare for Encuentro to aid Hispanic ministry
The purpose of the V Encuentro is to better understand the influence of the growing Latino/Hispanic population in the church and, in the words of Pope Francis, “to recognize this community’s spiritual needs and what it brings to the table.”
Bishop DiLorenzo “cheerfully did whatever the church asked of him,” Archbishop Lori says
Archbishop William E. Lori remembered Richmond Bishop Francis Xavier DiLorenzo as a “good moral theologian,” an “excellent seminary rector” and a bishop who “cheerfully did whatever the church asked of him.”
Catholic schools join national focus on early childhood
As the school year begins, institutions in the Archdiocese of Baltimore are focusing on a new demographic – preschoolers.
Sister M. Evelyn Howard, IHM, Catonsville teacher, dies at 89
Sister M. Evelyn Howard taught at St. Agnes School in Catonsville from 1984 to 1991.
After Charlottesville, Archbishop Lori prays for justice and peace before Baltimore City Council
“Give us the courage to excise from our midst anger, violence, hatred and bigotry, and the underlying sin of racism that is still so prevalent in our midst,” Archbishop Lori prayed.
State Catholic Conference directors leave Annapolis with ideas, perspective
State Catholic Conference directors from 36 states, including Alaska and Hawaii, gathered July 31-Aug. 2 in Maryland’s capital city to discuss a variety of common concerns to those who assist local bishops with public policy.
Archbishop Lori to celebrate Solemnity of the Assumption at Baltimore Basilica
Archbishop William E. Lori will celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obligation, with a special 12:10 p.m. Mass Aug. 15 at the Baltimore Basilica.
Archbishop Lori joins bishops’ call for peace in wake of deadly white nationalist rally
“We must all work together to end the scourge of racism,” Archbishop William E. Lori said, “and unite for the common good of all. Racism must be countered with love and respect.”
Cathedral parishioner’s post-injury art includes brand launch
Two years after life-changing accident, Cathedral parishioner continues to add to his art portfolio.
Sister Helena Joseph Balbach, OSF, taught at six schools in Baltimore Archdiocese
Sister of St. Francis of Philadelphia taught at six schools inside Baltimore Beltway.
Pezullo, who oversaw CRS’ move to Baltimore, dies at 91
Coming to CRS after a career in the U.S. Foreign Service, Pezzullo is credited with taking the agency “to a new level of professionalism and impact”