local news FeatureLocal NewsNewsRetirementVocations Brother to teacher to pastor: Father Franken’s long and varied vocation Erik ZygmontJuly 1, 20245 min read Father Franken, 75, who will retire as pastor of St. Joan of Arc in Aberdeen effective July 1, enjoyed his work with young people, but the call to the diocesan priesthood was strong. CR RadioEucharistFeatureLocal NewsNewsRadio Interview Radio Interview: Survey on Catholic belief in the Real Presence Catholic Review StaffJuly 1, 20241 min read Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty talked with Hans Plate, founder and president of Vinea Research, about the new study the firm released showing that about 60 percent of Massgoers believe in the Real Presence. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSaints Cathedral of Mary Our Queen introduces special novena George P. Matysek Jr.June 29, 20246 min read With the blessing of Archbishop William E. Lori, the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen has instituted a special novena that invokes the intercession of nine saints featured in side altars at the Homeland cathedral. FeatureLocal NewsNewsSchools More than 2,170 graduate from Catholic high schools in Baltimore archdiocese Catholic Review StaffJune 29, 20242 min read More than 2,170 seniors graduated from 18 Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore this spring. The graduates were 56 percent male and 44 percent female, with 97 percent heading to college after graduation. FeatureLocal NewsNewsParish Anniversary 2024 St. Joseph in Odenton stays vibrant by banking on its diverse congregation Gerry JacksonJune 27, 20244 min read When parishioners describe St. Joseph in Odenton, “diversity” is a common refrain. There’s little wonder why as the parish sits less than five miles from one of the nation’s biggest military installations, Fort George G. Meade. FeatureJournalismLocal NewsNews Catholic Review wins 53 awards for 2023 work, captures top prizes from MDDC again Catholic Review StaffJune 26, 202411 min read Catholic Review Media received 53 awards from various press associations for work published in 2023, including top honors from the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Association as News Organization of the Year for the sixth year in a row. FeatureLocal NewsNews Our Lady’s Center begins renovation effort in its 50th year Eileen HieblerJune 26, 20243 min read Just in time for its 50th anniversary, Our Lady’s Center in Ellicott City is undergoing a significant renovation that the center’s leaders believe will enhance the worship space, encourage more visitors and ensure that the space is well-maintained. Local NewsNewsObituaries Bon Secours Sister Kathleen Moroney dies at 91 Catholic Review StaffJune 26, 20241 min read A funeral Mass for Bon Secours Sister Kathleen Moroney will be offered June 26 at the Sisters of Bon Secours Chapel at the Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center in Marriottsville. Local NewsObituaries Sister Joan Marie Thompson, I.H.M., dies at 85 Catholic Review StaffJune 26, 20241 min read A funeral Mass for Sister Joan Marie Thompson (formerly known as Sister M. St. Vincent) of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary was offered June 21 at Our Lady of Peace Residence in Dunmore, Pa. Sister Joan Marie died June 16. She was 85. AppointmentsFeatureLocal NewsNews Archbishop Lori announces July appointments, including new pastors and administrators Catholic Review StaffJune 25, 20246 min read Archbishop Lori announces appointments, including new pastors and administrators. Previous 1 … 86 87 88 … 419 Next
