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Bishops must teach truth, but avoid partisan politics, Archbishop Lori says

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Archbishop William E. Lori’s latest pastoral letter addresses how the Lord calls every member of the Archdiocese of Baltimore to holiness and missionary discipleship.

The Year of the Eucharist was developed by Archbishop William Lori to help us as we move along our path of life and offer us concrete ways to connect with the Lord and experience his never-ending light.

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‘Day of the Dead’ expresses faith
Whether they are in their country of origin or in the United States, many Hispanic families gather every year during the “Day of the Dead” (Día de los Muertos, Día de los Fieles Difuntos) or All Souls Day, celebrated Nov. 2, to remember their loved ones who have died and… Read more »
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Deacon J. Donald MacKnew, deacon at St. Margaret Church, dies at 88
Deacon J. Donald MacKnew, a deacon at St Margaret in Bel Air for 17 years who was known for his compassionate outreach, died Oct. 17 at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. Read more »
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In revering Eucharist, young Hickory parishioners follow example of fallen Italian
In the midst of peers who might be non-religious, these “normal” kids, just like Blessed Carlo Acutis, became disciples of Christ not just at church and the streets, but on the web. Read more »
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Bishops must teach truth, but avoid partisan politics, Archbishop Lori says
In discussing and voting on a document on the Eucharist during their meeting Nov. 15-18, he said, the tone should be pastoral, "not compromising our teaching, not denying that it is possible to exclude oneself from the table of the Lord," but laying the foundation for the bishops' multiyear project… Read more »
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RADIO INTERVIEW: Interview with an exorcist
Father Brian Nolan talks with Monsignor Stephen Rossetti about exorcism and avoiding the power of evil. Read more »
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Terrence M. Sawyer named first lay president of Loyola University Maryland
The Loyola University Maryland Board of Trustees has unanimously selected Terrence M. Sawyer as the institution’s 25th president – the first lay president in the 169-year history of the Jesuit university in Baltimore. Read more »
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FROM THE ARCHBISHOP

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Synod on Synodality Opening Mass
October 17, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
The path of synodality, journeying together in faith and on mission, is not easy. As this process unfolds, we may become more aware of what divides us. Yet, if we are open to the Holy Spirit, who reminds us of all that Christ taught us, we will find new paths to understanding, to harmony, cooperation, and unity, to co-responsibility for the Church’s mission, coupled with renewed apostolic vigor.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Wednesday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time
October 13, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
The great sin of our times is in fact the sin of presumption. For many, God’s unconditional love means they have no need to repent.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Knights of Columbus; Installation of New Members
October 9, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
The Opening Prayer, or Collect, spoke of Father McGivney’s priestly service in comforting the suffering, the weary, the lonely, and the oppressed. We echo that sentiment in our prayer for Bl. Michael’s canonization when we speak of his charity “to the widow, the orphan, and the outcast,” and refer to him as “an apostle of family life.”
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart; Knights of Columbus Board Meeting
October 8, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
Through Blessed Michael McGivney’s intercession, may we be free of sin and filled with the charity of the heart of Christ who lives and reigns forever and ever!
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Funeral of Msgr. Charles Meisel
October 6, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
Just as Monsignor Meisel was a good shepherd for so many years, we now entrust him to Jesus the Good Shepherd, asking the Lord to walk with him “through the valley of darkness” as he journeys from time to eternity, where we are supremely confident, he will hear his heavenly Father say, “Well done, good and faithful servant!” Monsignor Meisel, may your great priestly soul rest in peace!
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Father Brian Nolan talks with Monsignor Stephen Rossetti about exorcism and avoiding the power of evil. Monsignor Rossetti is the author of “Diary of an Exorcist: Demons, Possession, and the Modern-Day Battle Against Ancient Evil.” Click play below to listen to the show.

CatholicReview · Oct. 24, 2021 | Interview with an Exorcist

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Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies and reflections.

Press play below to listen to this week’s featured homily from Keith Boisvert, pastor of St. Katharine Drexel in Frederick. For more homilies, click here.

Archdiocese of Baltimore · Oct. 24, 2021 | Featured Homily: Father Keith Boisvert

A Light Brightly Visible 2.0

The Year of the Eucharist

Legacy Continues

Mother Mary Lange Catholic School Opening Ceremony and Blessing

Latest News

FROM THE ARCHBISHOP

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Synod on Synodality Opening Mass

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Wednesday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Knights of Columbus; Installation of New Members

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart; Knights of Columbus Board Meeting

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Funeral of Msgr. Charles Meisel

Catholic Review Radio

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