Archbishop William E. Lori harkened back to the first Pentecost when the Holy Spirit shook the house where Jesus’ disciples had gathered and came with a fire of charity to consume every false idol.
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Elite high school athletes reflect on season in which coronavirus was the only winner
The coronavirus pandemic has affected American society in countless ways. Among those impacted have been high school athletes, including elite seniors.
Touchpoints with a saint’s life
As we mark the centenary of the birth of Karol Wojtyla, who became St. John Paul II, it caused me to reflect on moments of my life that intersected with the man who was pope for a great chunk of my life and career in Catholic journalism.
German church leaders recall end of WWII, urge commitment to peace
In a joint service marking the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, Christian churches in Germany issued a call for a commitment to work for peace, reported the German Catholic news agency, KNA.
Remembering Grandma
When I think of the mother I want to be, I think of many women in my life who have inspired me—and continue to.
Archdiocese of Baltimore develops plans for reopening
Anticipating the day when the functions of the church can be reopened to the public in a gradual way that protects the health of the general population, leaders of the Archdiocese of Baltimore are developing post-quarantine guidelines and protocols regarding liturgy, the sacraments and related concerns.
Bishops of U.S., Canada will consecrate their nations to Mary May 1
Archbishop Jose H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, has announced the U.S. bishops will join the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops May 1 in consecrating the two nations to the care of the Blessed Mother under the title “Mary, Mother of the Church.”
Pope prays for poor families and for the conversion of loan sharks
Pope Francis prayed for families struggling economically during the COVID-19 pandemic and for the conversion of loan sharks who prey on them.
Though at home, priests busy with prayer, virtual outreach and fellowship
With social distancing rules in effect and in-person interactions with parishioners suspended, priests of the Archdiocese of Baltimore are filling their time in a variety of ways, some expected and others less so.
Finding hope in the beauty of God’s creation
God’s fingerprints are everywhere, and this spring I spot gift after gift from our Creator. The greatest gift, of course, is today.
Jesuit Father Francis Moan, former Loyola Blakefield headmaster, dies at 93
Jesuit Father Francis X. Moan, a Baltimore native who eventually became a headmaster at his alma mater, Loyola Blakefield, and later tirelessly worked to improve the lives of refugees in America, died April 17 from complications of COVID-19, his family said. He was 93.
Advocates call attention to pandemic’s wrath on ‘essential’ farmworkers
Even though they’re considered essential workers, a looming threat some farmworkers are facing are efforts to lower their salaries at this critical time.