local news FeatureLocal NewsMaryland Catholic ConferenceMaryland General AssemblyNewsRespect Life Prayer and action are essential in abortion struggle, Annapolis vigil participants say Mark ZimmermannApril 1, 20227 min read Before the Prayer Vigil for Life and Lawmakers March 30 at St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, Wilmington Bishop William E. Koenig reflected on the importance of prayer and action in confronting abortion and promoting a culture of life. FeatureLocal NewsMaryland Catholic ConferenceMaryland General AssemblyNewsRespect Life Maryland bishops lead Prayer Vigil for Life and Lawmakers as legislature moves on sweeping abortion measures Mark ZimmermannMarch 31, 20227 min read On the evening of March 30 a few blocks from the Maryland State House, about 90 people gathered to pray for a two-fold purpose at St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis at the Prayer Vigil for Life and Lawmakers. “As people of faith and followers of Christ, we turn to prayer,” said Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori, one of five Catholic bishops serving Maryland who attended the vigil. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSocial Justice CCHD celebrates ‘50 years rooted in justice’ at 43rd annual Social Ministry Convocation Priscila González de DoranMarch 31, 20225 min read The Baltimore Catholic Campaign for Human Development gathered virtually for its 43rd annual archdiocesan Social Ministry Convocation March 26 with the theme “50 years of CCHD: Rooted in Justice.” FeatureImmigration and MigrationLocal NewsNews Afghan refugees find hope in Maryland Priscila González de DoranMarch 31, 202210 min read Afghan refugees have endured journeys to the United States and eventually the Archdiocese of Baltimore, where parishioners are providing material and emotional aid in helping them resettle in a new world. Arts & CultureFeatureLocal NewsNews Sulpician Father Peter Gray’s art deepens faith George P. Matysek Jr.March 31, 20225 min read For Father Gray, art is his full-time ministry. He spends hours a day working on a paint-splattered kitchen table to create sacred and secular art. FeatureLocal NewsNewsUncategorized St. John the Evangelist in Hydes grieves stolen Eucharist Priscila González de DoranMarch 30, 20223 min read Heartbroken by the recent theft of a church tabernacle containing the Blessed Sacrament, parishioners of St. John the Evangelist in Hydes are struggling to understand why anyone would commit such a crime, according to Father Pete Literal, pastor. FeatureLocal NewsNews Changes possible for St. Clare in Essex Gerry JacksonMarch 29, 20225 min read Father Hector Mateus-Ariza said two words best describe the situation for St. Clare in Essex – “challenging” and “limbo.” AppointmentsFeatureLocal NewsNews Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including new rector for Baltimore Basilica Archdiocese of BaltimoreMarch 29, 20223 min read Archbishop William E. Lori announces clergy appointments, including a new rector for the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. FeatureLocal NewsNewsVocations Jubilarians celebrate milestones and service Priscila González de DoranMarch 28, 20229 min read The Archdiocese of Baltimore is commemorating 128 religious order priests, brothers and sisters celebrating milestone jubilees in 2020, 2021, 2022, a combined 7,550 years service to the Catholic Church. BooksFeatureLocal NewsNewsRadio Interview RADIO INTERVIEW: Understanding the devil’s tactics as we grow spiritually Catholic Review StaffMarch 28, 20221 min read Dan Burke breaks down St. Teresa Avila’s timeless classic, “The Interior Castle,” that explains the seven levels of progress in the spiritual life from a doctor of the church. Previous 1 … 182 183 184 … 415 Next
