Archdiocese of Baltimore has enthusiastic presence at March for Life January 19, 2019By Katie Sukeena Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life The Archdiocese of Baltimore added to the massive pro-life presence Jan. 18 at the 46th annual March for Life and the youth rally and Mass that preceded it at Capital Arena.
Archbishop Lori offers prayers at Hogan’s inauguration January 16, 2019By Emily Rosenthal Alster Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News Delivering the invocation at Gov. Lawrence Hogan Jr.’s second gubernatorial inauguration Jan. 16, Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori asked God to bless Gov. Hogan and Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford with wisdom, courage and love.
Archbishop Lori holds news briefing on clergy abuse crisis January 15, 2019By Catholic Review Staff Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News, Video Archbishop William E. Lori and Bishop Adam Parker held a Jan. 15 news briefing at the Catholic Center to discuss the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s ongoing response to the clergy abuse crisis.
Successor to St. John Vianney speaks of saint’s devotion to mercy January 15, 2019By Catholic Review Staff Filed Under: Baltimore Basilica, Feature, Local News, News During a Jan. 11 presentation at the Baltimore Basilica, the successor of St. John Vianney as the Curé of Ars in France described St. John Vianney’s commitment to the mercy of God.
New report highlights archdiocese’s response to child sexual abuse January 15, 2019By Christopher Gunty Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News The Independent Review Board that assists the Archdiocese of Baltimore with child protection efforts issued the first of what will be annual reports regarding the archdiocese’s response to child sexual abuse within the church.
Review board develops policy on allegations against bishops January 15, 2019By Christopher Gunty Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News At the requests of the bishops of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, the Independent Review Board, which assists the archdiocese with child protection efforts, created a Bishop Reporting Initiative to ensure proper reporting of allegations against bishops, believed to be the first of its kind in the nation.
Archdiocese passes child protection audit for 2018 January 15, 2019By Christopher Gunty Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Local News, News The Archdiocese of Baltimore “has been found compliant with all audited Articles of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People for the 2017-18 audit period,” according to a letter to Archbishop William E. Lori from StoneBridge Business Partners, which conducts the audits on behalf of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Ellicott City parishioner honored at ‘Life Is Beautiful’ Mass January 14, 2019By Rus VanWestervelt Filed Under: Baltimore Basilica, Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life Kimberley Frazer was on hand to accept the Culture of Life Medal of Honor in recognition for her work with pregnant mothers throughout Baltimore.
Sister Connie Baker, former pastoral life director, dies at 75 January 14, 2019By Catholic Review Staff Filed Under: Local News, News, Obituaries A funeral Mass was offered for School Sister of Notre Dame Mary Constance “Connie” Baker Jan. 11 at Villa Assumpta in Baltimore. She died Dec. 29, 2018, at age 75.
Archbishop Lori and other bishops describe retreat as profound, inspiring January 10, 2019By Carol Zimmermann Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News Archbishop William E. Lori said the retreat was prayerful, serious and a moment to strengthen the bonds of unity and communion among the bishops.
Senate President Mike Miller undergoing treatment for prostate cancer January 10, 2019By Kelly Sankowski Filed Under: Local News, News On the Senate floor Jan. 10, Maryland Senate President Thomas V. “Mike” Miller confirmed reports that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. He will be undergoing chemotherapy during this year’s legislative session, but in a statement said he plans to continue to “fully carry out my Senate responsibilities.” “As many of you know, beyond […]
‘Life is Beautiful’ Mass will kick off week of pro-life activity January 10, 2019By Catholic Review Staff Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Respect Life Archbishop William E. Lori will celebrate this year’s “Life is Beautiful” Mass Jan. 13 at 10:45 a.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore.
