local news FeatureLocal NewsNews Maryland Gold Star Mothers keep memory of sons alive Gary LambrechtMay 26, 20256 min read The mission of American Gold Star Mothers Inc., an organization of mothers such as Deborah Potocki who have lost loved ones in military service, is to find strength in the fellowship of other Gold Star Mothers who strive to keep the memories of their fallen sons and daughters alive. Black Catholic MinistryFeatureLocal NewsNewsVatican Pope Leo’s Creole roots raise hopes for Black American sainthood causes Patricia ZaporMay 23, 20254 min read The election of a Chicago-born pope with Louisiana Creole ancestry is drawing attention from Black Catholics, especially after genealogist Jari Honora traced Pope Leo XIV’s maternal grandparents to New Orleans’ Black Catholic community. Bishop LewandowskiFeatureLocal NewsNews Bishop Lewandowski installed as bishop of Providence Katie V. JonesMay 21, 202518 min read Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., announced his arrival at the doors of the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence, R.I., May 20. The main entranceway to the cathedral then opened, welcoming Bishop Lewandowski to be formally installed as the 10th bishop of the Diocese of Providence. Bishop LewandowskiFeatureLocal NewsNews Bishop Lewandowski adopts new coat of arms Christopher GuntyMay 21, 20254 min read For Bishop Bruce Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., the changes to his coat of arms are few, but important, as he becomes bishop of the Diocese of Providence, R.I. Bishop LewandowskiBishopsFeatureLocal NewsNewsSeek the City to Come ‘Bishop Bruce’ forged strong bonds with Baltimore in challenging times, had heart of a pastor George P. Matysek Jr.May 20, 202516 min read 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. FeatureLocal NewsNewsVaticanVocations Deacon Thomas O’Donnell of Catonsville experiences power of papal transition in Rome Gerry JacksonMay 19, 20254 min read 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. CR RadioFeatureLocal NewsMarian DevotionNewsRadio Interview Radio Interview: Grow in your relationship with the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Review StaffMay 19, 20251 min read 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. FeatureLocal NewsNewsWestern Vicariate Dinners build camaraderie for parishioners in Western Maryland Katie V. JonesMay 19, 20254 min read 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. FeatureLocal NewsNewsVatican Pope’s inauguration Mass is sign of unity for whole church, Archbishop Lori says Christopher GuntyMay 18, 20255 min read 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. FeatureLocal NewsNewsWestern Vicariate Western Maryland parishes hit by devastating floodwaters Katie V. JonesMay 16, 20254 min read 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. Previous 1 … 56 57 58 … 432 Next
