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Catholic Charities of Baltimore launches largest capital campaign in its history
The funds of the historic $75 million “Greater Promise” fundraising effort will support Catholic Charities’ nearly 100 programs, with a primary focus on an Intergenerational Center in West Baltimore, expanding school readiness through Head Start, Gallagher Services and the Cherry Hill Town Center. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
School Sisters of Notre Dame face challenge of closing facilities
Of the Atlantic-Midwest Province’s 381 sisters, 323 are over age 70. Read more »
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Notre Dame of Maryland University broadens science research with endowed chair
A new endowed chair at Notre Dame of Maryland University in Baltimore will give students greater access to work in science research as they pursue careers in the sciences. Read more »
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RADIO INTERVIEW: Catching up with Matt Birk/New film on St. Joseph
Matt Birk is best known as a hardworking offensive lineman who helped the Baltimore Ravens win a Superbowl in 2013. He’s also a devoted Catholic, father of eight and a champion of the pro-life cause. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Year of St. Joseph wraps up with lasting impact in Archdiocese of Baltimore
Pope Francis announced the Year of St. Joseph Dec. 8, 2020. Archbishop William E. Lori then designated 10 churches in the Archdiocese of Baltimore named for St. Joseph as official pilgrimage sites where people could pray, meditate and receive special plenary indulgences. Read more »
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Door-to-door ministry: Jesuit parish leaders visit every family in faith community
Adrienne Marra was in the middle of household chores when her doorbell rang. She wondered who could be visiting in the middle of the pandemic, given that many institutions were forced to shut down and households had to quarantine and practice social distancing. To her surprise and delight, it was… Read more »
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FROM THE ARCHBISHOP

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Second Sunday of Advent
December 4, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
If we are found watching in prayer, exultant in God’s praise, wise beyond our abilities, and engaged in works of evangelization and charity, then we shall celebrate the feast of the Nativity with a joy like no other.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: First Sunday of Advent
November 28, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
The Lord’s plan for Advent is different . . . and better. His plan invites us to spend more time in prayer – to listen to the Word of God, to participate attentively in Holy Mass, to confess our sins, and spend time with him in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Solemnity of Christ the King; Installation of Fr. Michael DeAscanis
November 21, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
...In receiving the Lord in the Eucharist, in having your sins forgiven, in having the love of God poured into your hearts through the Holy Spirit, you own gifts and your own talents are being revealed and unlocked, so that you can and should take an active role in the mission of your parishes and an even more active role in helping to frame a world that is more aligned with the Kingdom which Jesus introduced into this old world...
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: USCCB Plenary Opening Mass
November 15, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
To journey together, we must help one another along the way; console one another; and listen together to the wisdom and love of the Holy Spirit.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time; K of C State Deputies Mid-Year Meeting
November 7, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
It is not hard for us to imagine Fr. McGivney’s meditating on this Gospel passage, and learning from the Savior himself how to be a holy, humble, self-effacing priest.
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Matt Birk is best known as a hardworking offensive lineman who helped the Baltimore Ravens win a Superbowl in 2013. He’s also a devoted Catholic, father of eight and a champion of the pro-life cause. George Matysek catches up with Birk and also speaks with David Naglieri, the producer of a new documentary on St. Joseph made by the Knights of Columbus. Click play below to listen to the show.

Featured Homily

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 Father James Boric, rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore.