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‘Bishop Bruce’ forged strong bonds with Baltimore in challenging times, had heart of a pastor
As Bishop Lewandowski prepared for his May 20 installation as the 10th bishop of Providence, R.I., people from throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore thanked him for his nine years of ministry here.
Deacon Thomas O’Donnell of Catonsville experiences power of papal transition in Rome
Deacon Thomas O’Donnell keeps returning to one word – “powerful” – to describe a weeklong experience in Rome where he literally was steps away from a historic papal transition.
Radio Interview: Grow in your relationship with the Blessed Virgin Mary
George Matysek talks with Father Brian Nolan, pastor of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Ijamsville, about why Catholics have such love for Mary and ways for drawing closer to her. Father Nolan also dispels some common misconceptions about Mary and shares some personal stories about his connection to her.
Dinners build camaraderie for parishioners in Western Maryland
Though all the diners are members of the Catholic Parishes of South Washington County – a pastorate that includes St. Joseph in Hagerstown, St. Augustine in Williamsport and St. James in Boonsboro – this steadfast rule has played a key role in maintaining the group’s cohesion and longevity.
Pope’s inauguration Mass is sign of unity for whole church, Archbishop Lori says
Archbishop William E. Lori said it was a beautiful sight to see the whole church celebrate the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square on a picture-perfect May morning in Rome.
Western Maryland parishes hit by devastating floodwaters
Two days after torrential rain caused flooding in the Georges Creek Valley in Western Maryland, Father Scott Kady, pastor of Divine Mercy Parish felt blessed.
Sister of St. Francis Valerie Jarzembowski dies at 89
A funeral Mass for Sister of St. Francis of Assisi Valerie Jarzembowski (formerly Sister Raymond) was offered May 8 at her religious community’s motherhouse in Wisconsin. Sister Valerie died April 29. She was 89.
Schools Superintendent Hargens honored for emphasizing academics, faith
With Dr. Donna Hargen’s strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, it seemed appropriate for a farewell Mass and dinner for the retiring schools superintendent to be held May 13, the feast of Our Lady of Fatima.
New interim Hispanic, Urban delegates ready to serve Archdiocese of Baltimore
With the appointment of Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. to the Diocese of Providence, R.I., Archbishop William E. Lori announced May 8 two interim appointments to continue the work Bishop Lewandowski had done while in Baltimore.
Father Patrick Carrion offers blessing before Preakness
Father Patrick M. Carrion offered the invocation May 15 at the “Alibi Breakfast” ahead of the May 17 running of the Preakness Stakes, following in the nearly century-long tradition set by his brother priests before him in Baltimore at Pimlico Race Course.
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