local news FeatureLocal NewsNewsVocations Loyola University Maryland graduate ordained Jesuit priest Catholic Review StaffJuly 13, 20252 min read Jonathan Pennacchia, a 2014 graduate of Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore, was ordained a Jesuit priest June 14 at the Church of St. Ignatius Loyola in New York City. Local NewsNewsObituaries Sister Ann Belz dies at 88 Catholic Review StaffJuly 13, 20251 min read A funeral Mass for Sister Ann Belz of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, was offered July 9 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Dunmore, Pa. Sister Ann (formerly Sister Mary Lourdes) died July 4. She was 88. AppointmentsFeatureLocal NewsNews Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including pastor and associate pastors Catholic Review StaffJuly 9, 20252 min read See new clergy appointments including pastors, associate pastors, deacons, and more. CollegesFeatureLocal NewsNewsSchools Double the learning: Dual enrollment provides college credit to high school students Katie V. JonesJuly 9, 20256 min read While still a senior at St. John’s Catholic Prep in Buckeystown, Samantha Hackley spent the majority of her school days this past year at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, where she was enrolled as a full-time student. FeatureLocal NewsNews St. Mary’s purchases former Annapolis Area Christian School Gerry JacksonJuly 8, 20253 min read A quarter century ago, St. Mary Parish in Annapolis underwent a dramatic expansion, building the St. John Neumann Mission Church. It is adding again to its footprint with the acquisition of a nine-acre parcel near its mission church. CR RadioFeatureLocal NewsNewsRadio Interview Radio Interview: Exploring the Nicene Creed – Part Two Catholic Review StaffJuly 8, 20252 min read Father Justin Gough discusses God the Son and Deacon Frederick “Fritz” Bauerschmidt discusses God the Holy Spirit in the Nicene Creed. FeatureLocal NewsNews St. Clement Mary Hofbauer adapts to times, cultures as it celebrates 100th anniversary Gerry JacksonJuly 5, 20255 min read Deacon John Micciche says the ability of parishioners and clergy to adapt to shifting cultures has allowed St. Clement Mary Hofbauer Church to survive and thrive in the community of Rosedale for 100 years. FeatureKnights of ColumbusLocal NewsNewsVatican Archbishop Lori and Supreme Knight Kelly meet with Pope Leo Christopher GuntyJuly 4, 20254 min read Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori and Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly met July 4 in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the work of the order around the world. FeatureLocal NewsNews Hope rises from ashes for St. Rita parishioners George P. Matysek Jr.July 3, 20256 min read The fire was caused by a lightning strike during an afternoon storm that passed through Dundalk, according to Tom Alban, director of risk management for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The lightning affected the electronics on the church’s bell system, which then overheated and caused the fire, he said. Catholic CharitiesFeatureLocal NewsNews ‘Big Boss’ begins first day visiting Catholic Charities programs Katie V. JonesJuly 3, 20255 min read David Kinkopf’s first day as executive director of Catholic Charities of Baltimore began July 1 with shy waves from preschoolers and ended with a cheerful new nickname – “Big Boss” – as he toured several of the organization’s programs across the region. Previous 1 … 54 55 56 … 436 Next