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Thirteen men become deacons, ambassadors of the ‘domestic church,’ Archbishop Lori says
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Thirteen men become deacons, ambassadors of the ‘domestic church,’ Archbishop Lori says

Tim SwiftMay 24, 20216 min read
“You have sought to make your homes not merely places of love and security, but indeed, havens of faith and hope and love,” Archbishop Lori said in his homily. “You discerned a calling to serve the larger church, your parishes and the archdiocese, just as you serve so generously the domestic churches you have established.”
Father Orchik requested assignment in city, came to ‘love’ Baltimore
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Father Orchik requested assignment in city, came to ‘love’ Baltimore

Paul McMullenMay 21, 20217 min read
“Baltimore is a real down-to-earth town and it just suits me, suits my personality,” Father Orchik said.
Jean Rozanski, devoted Catholic and mother of archbishop of St. Louis, dies at 84
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Jean Rozanski, devoted Catholic and mother of archbishop of St. Louis, dies at 84

Tim SwiftMay 21, 20214 min read
Jean Rozanski, a devoted Catholic, wife and mother whose son rose to become the archbishop of St. Louis, died May 19 after suffering a stroke. She was 84.
Father Frank Brauer, the quiet force that binds St. Francis Xavier together, prepares to say goodbye
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Father Frank Brauer, the quiet force that binds St. Francis Xavier together, prepares to say goodbye

Tim SwiftMay 20, 20216 min read
As a pastor and priest, Father Brauer has had a laser-like focus on the liturgy from the music to the homilies. Father Brauer said a strong Mass is the foundation of the parish community so it’s vital to keep the liturgy sharp and engaging.
Archdiocese of Baltimore set to welcome 13 permanent deacons
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Archdiocese of Baltimore set to welcome 13 permanent deacons

Catholic Review StaffMay 19, 20215 min read
Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain 13 men to the permanent diaconate for the Archdiocese of Baltimore May 22 during a rite at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the 10 a.m. Mass is by invitation only; a livestream will be available at archbalt.org. Brief biographical sketches of the […]
Sister Carol Wheeler, who transformed Mercy High School over more than three decades, dies at 84
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Sister Carol Wheeler, who transformed Mercy High School over more than three decades, dies at 84

Tim SwiftMay 18, 20215 min read
Sister Carol Wheeler, who as its longtime leader modernized North Baltimore’s Mercy High School with an emphasis on medicine, science and the arts, died May 15 at Stella Maris in Timonium. She was 84.
Confirmation for Davidsonville parish has faithful seeing double – and triple
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Confirmation for Davidsonville parish has faithful seeing double – and triple

Matthew LiptakMay 18, 20214 min read
Four sets of twins and one set of triplets were among those confirmed in a church filled with several hundred parishioners, family and friends.
With convent closing, Franciscan Sisters bid goodbye to Bradshaw parish
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With convent closing, Franciscan Sisters bid goodbye to Bradshaw parish

Mary K. TilghmanMay 17, 20215 min read
Parishioners of St. Stephen in Bradshaw gathered to say goodbye to the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia at an emotional outdoor Mass May 16.
RADIO INTERVIEW: A look at the Baltimore Basilica’s architecture and upcoming perpetual adoration
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RADIO INTERVIEW: A look at the Baltimore Basilica’s architecture and upcoming perpetual adoration

Catholic Review StaffMay 17, 20211 min read
We take a look at the architecture of America’s first cathedral with Duncan Stroik, professor of architecture at the University of Notre Dame. Father James Boric, basilica rector, also tells us about the inauguration of perpetual eucharistic adoration.
Baltimore Basilica: Illuminating two centuries of church history
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Baltimore Basilica: Illuminating two centuries of church history

Erik ZygmontMay 17, 20218 min read
The basilica’s history ties in directly with the history of the church in America, shaped by the principle of religious freedom.
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