local news Arts & CultureFeatureLocal NewsNewsRacial Justice Actor is ‘transformed’ by portraying Father Tolton in theater production George P. Matysek Jr.July 8, 20224 min read After nearly 300 performances of “Tolton: From Slave to Priest,” actor Jim Coleman said his life has been transformed. Disabilities MinistryFeatureLocal NewsNews Camp GLOW continues summer ministry Catholic Review StaffJuly 7, 20222 min read The Archdiocese of Baltimore hosted its annual Camp GLOW (God Loves Our World) gatherings this summer. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSaints Shrine plans museum renovation and new visitor center to enhance story of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Gerry JacksonJuly 7, 20226 min read A $4 million investment has been made to renovate the museum and build a new visitors center at the National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSynodality Synod process hears from thousands Christopher GuntyJuly 6, 20226 min read Leaders of the Archdiocese of Baltimore have been doing a lot of listening over the last several months as part of the global synod process. Consecrated LifeFeatureLocal NewsNewsVocationsWestern Vicariate ‘All the desires of my heart’: Vocation to religious life fostered at St. Mary in Hagerstown Erik ZygmontJuly 5, 20225 min read Sister Isabelle Maina of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis of Penance, who professed her first vows June 21 at the Our Lady of Sorrows Monastery in Toronto, Ohio, says she began to feel the stirrings of her vocation as a youngster at St. Mary Catholic School in Hagerstown. FeatureLocal NewsNewsRadio Interview RADIO INTERVIEW: The state of the nation Catholic Review StaffJuly 4, 20221 min read Is the United States of America in a healthy place politically and socially as we approach Independence Day 2022? Political scientist Michael Towle, a professor at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg doesn’t think so. Catholic Review editor Christopher Gunty talks with Dr. Towle about where we went wrong and whether we can heal as a nation. AppointmentsFeatureLocal NewsNews Archbishop William Lori announces clergy appointments, including two new pastors Archdiocese of BaltimoreJune 30, 20222 min read Archbishop William E. Lori announced clergy appointments for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. FeatureLocal NewsNewsRetirementVocations Father Ruane, known for empowering laity, retiring as pastor of Howard County parish George P. Matysek Jr.June 30, 20226 min read “I’ve never wanted to be anything else but a parish priest,” said Father Ruane, 78. “I’ve enjoyed being with people during significant transitions in their lives – mostly through administering the sacraments, visiting the sick, preaching and teaching.” FeatureLocal NewsNewsRetirementVocations Monsignor Farmer will remain active in pro-life movement after retirement Matthew LiptakJune 30, 20226 min read Monsignor James P. Farmer, who has served as pastor of several parishes and who has been a tireless advocate for the rights of the unborn throughout his priesthood, will retire soon, but doesn’t plan to slow down too much. FeatureLocal NewsNewsRetirementVocations Father Roach, noted church historian and longtime pastor, will stay active in retirement Mary K. TilghmanJune 30, 20226 min read Father Michael Roach’s life could best be summed up by one of his favorite quotations, by St. Clement of Alexandria: “All life is a holy festival.” Previous 1 … 161 162 163 … 408 Next