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No, Grandma is not an angel
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No, Grandma is not an angel

George P. Matysek Jr.December 10, 20252 min read
Dr. Matthew Dugandzic, academic dean and associate professor of moral theology at St. Mary’s Seminary and University in Roland Park, explained that people are created to be human – not angels.
New Emmitsburg school chapel honors son who overcame cancer
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New Emmitsburg school chapel honors son who overcame cancer

Jay SorgiDecember 9, 20255 min read
In the shadow of the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, a new chapel at Mother Seton Catholic School in Emmitsburg tells a story of faith, resilience and a mother’s enduring love.
Loyola University Maryland receives $10 million gift
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Loyola University Maryland receives $10 million gift

Catholic Review StaffDecember 9, 20254 min read
Loyola University Maryland has announced a landmark $10 million commitment from Patricia and John R. Cochran III, ’73, marking the largest single gift in the Baltimore institution’s history.
Radio Interview: Discovering Our Lady’s Center
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Radio Interview: Discovering Our Lady’s Center

Catholic Review StaffDecember 8, 20251 min read
Rita Buettner sits down with Jack Kissane, longtime board president of Our Lady’s Center in Ellicott City, and Christine Cunningham, the center’s manager. Founded in 1974 as an oratory shrine and family apostolate, Our Lady’s Center welcomes thousands each year to draw closer to Jesus through the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Archbishop Curley’s 1975 soccer squad defied the odds – and Cold War barriers 
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Archbishop Curley’s 1975 soccer squad defied the odds – and Cold War barriers 

Gary LambrechtDecember 8, 20257 min read
During Archbishop Curley High School’s Oct. 11 Homecoming Day, a group of 60-something ex-soccer teammates made Curley history – five decades after they had achieved distinction while playing on soccer pitches a long way from home. 
Faith and nature shape young explorers at Monsignor O’Dwyer Retreat House
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Faith and nature shape young explorers at Monsignor O’Dwyer Retreat House

Katie V. JonesDecember 4, 20256 min read
From August through Nov. 21, youths ages 3 to 10 – sometimes accompanied by younger siblings – gathered every Friday morning for the Wildly Catholic Homeschool Nature Club, a two-and-a-half-hour program created by Brooke Herrera, a pediatric occupational therapist and a parishioner of Sacred Heart in Glyndon.
Artist helps transform blight to beauty throughout Baltimore area 
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Artist helps transform blight to beauty throughout Baltimore area 

George P. Matysek Jr.December 3, 20256 min read
As the clang of passing light-rail trains filled the air, Erin Meye concentrated on touching up a large mural she had completed a few weeks earlier outside Options@328, a pro-life pregnancy resource center in Baltimore that shares a wall with Planned Parenthood. 
Radio Interview: Advent and St. Nicholas
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Radio Interview: Advent and St. Nicholas

Catholic Review StaffDecember 1, 20251 min read
Advent is a special season for Catholics as we prepare to celebrate the Incarnation of our Lord. Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty is joined by two guests to talk about these days of anticipation.
Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including pastor assignment and retirement
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Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including pastor assignment and retirement

Catholic Review StaffDecember 1, 20252 min read
See new clergy appointments including pastors, associate pastors, deacons, and more.
Calvert Hall holds off Loyola Blakefield to claim a 28-24 victory in the 105th Turkey Bowl
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Calvert Hall holds off Loyola Blakefield to claim a 28-24 victory in the 105th Turkey Bowl

Nelson CoffinNovember 27, 202510 min read
Calvert Hall quarterback Oliver Noll quickly made amends for a rough outing in last year’s Turkey Bowl against Loyola Blakefield by leading the Cardinals to a 28-24 victory Nov. 27 in the 105th meeting between the Towson-area Catholic schools.
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