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Heroic wartime priest remembered by Andrysiak family, 60 years after his passing

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Vacation Bible School back and thriving at Immaculate Conception in Towson

A new flag waves over the pro-life movement

Natural Family Planning Awareness Week

A Light Brightly Visible 2.0

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.

Legacy Continues

Mother Mary Lange Catholic School Opening Ceremony and Blessing

Mother Mary Lange Catholic School is the first Catholic school to built in Baltimore City in 60 years. Its grand opening and blessing ceremony will be streamed LIVE on the Archdiocese of Baltimore YouTube Channel, Facebook page and Catholic Schools Facebook page on Aug. 6, 2021 at 9 a.m. Be sure to tune in to witness this historical celebration!

For more about Mother Mary Lange Catholic School, visit www.mmlcs.org.

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Sister Katherine Ann Durney, C.B.S., nursed in Baltimore Archdiocese, dies at 97
Sister Katherine Ann Durney, whose nursing career brought her to the Archdiocese of Baltimore, died July 23 at Marian Hall in Marriottsville, the retirement home for the Sisters of Bon Secours, USA. She was 97. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Heroic wartime priest remembered by Andrysiak family, 60 years after his passing
A Baltimore son of Polish immigrants was known for his bravery in World War II and his devoted care to wounded and dying soldiers. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Vacation Bible School back and thriving at Immaculate Conception in Towson
Immaculate Conception Parish in Towson resumed hosting its annual Vacation Bible School, after taking off 2020 due to COVID-19. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
A new flag waves over the pro-life movement
Leaders in the pro-life community hope a new flag featuring baby’s feet held in a mother’s hands will serve as the universal symbol for protecting the lives of the unborn. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Catholic Hispanics go back to their first love
For the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hispanic Catholics from all over Maryland gathered for their 11th Catholic Conference (XI Encuentro Católico) at La Fontaine Bleue July 25, to praise and worship the King of Kings. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Sister Mary Brendan Conlon, OSU, served in hometown of Cumberland
Sister Mary Brendan Conlon, a Cumberland native who served in her hometown, elsewhere in Appalachia, and in Central America, died July 16 at Nazareth Home-Clifton in Louisville, Ky. She was 93. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review

FROM THE ARCHBISHOP

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 31, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
The Lord gives himself to us in sacrificial love at every hour of every day as Holy Mass is celebrated on altars throughout the whole world.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 26, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
By participating in Holy Mass, we not only build up our own spiritual lives, we also contribute to the building up of Christ’s Body, the Church.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 17, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
Last week, I had the joy and privilege of ordaining and installing the new Bishop of Wilmington, Bishop William Edward Koenig.
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Episcopal Ordination of Bishop William Edward Koenig
July 13, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
On this day of grace and joy, the hearts and prayers of all your friends are with you, as are the hearts and prayers of those whom you will serve in the years ahead.
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A message from Archbishop Lori: Support the Hyde Amendment
July 12, 2021Archbishop William E. Lori
As the federal budget negotiations proceed over the next few weeks, I urge you to join your voices to the hundreds of thousands of individuals across our nation who believe that the life-saving Hyde Amendment should remain in place.
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Catholic Review Radio

Monsignor Thomas Tewes shares his memories of Blessed Father Stanley Rother. Also featured is Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda, who wrote the definitive biography of Blessed Rother. Listen below.

CatholicReview · July 25, 2021 | Blessed Father Stanley Rother

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 our featured homily from Father Jim Proffitt, director of clergy personnel for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. For more homilies, click here.

Archdiocese of Baltimore · July 18, 2021 | Featured Homily: Father Jim Proffitt

Child Protection, Accountability and Transparency

Ideas and insights from our community

Blogs & Commentary

Leftover scraps of loaves and fishes
I love miracles. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Appreciation: Len Strom a joy-filled man of integrity
Bishop Denis Madden reflects on the life and faith of Len Strom, a former executive director of human resources for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
How to answer kids when prayers go unanswered
As caregivers, we are not meant to put children in a bubble to protect them from life's bruises or faith's struggles. We are called to help them grow in their relationship with God. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
God gives us what we need
God looks at his children on Earth and knows precisely what we need. He sees who needs a little more rest, a little extra sunshine or a new opportunity – and he provides. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
A call to give the elderly the care and attention they deserve
As the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, July 25, marks the perfect opportunity to reach out to the aging individuals in your life in a special way that reassures them of your love and care. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review
Banana bread, coming home, lucky odometer numbers, and more (7 Quick Takes)
When I saw we had four bananas that were nearing the end of their time, I decided to make banana bread—and then actually followed through. Read more »
Source: Catholic Review

“We are called to be a light brightly visible, not to proclaim ourselves but to proclaim Christ Jesus as Lord.”
– Archbishop William E. Lori

Archbishop William E. Lori offers his homily during the opening Mass of the 136th Supreme Convention of the Knight of Columbus at the Baltimore Convention Center August 7. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)

Welcome to the Archdiocese of Baltimore

God calls the Catholics of the Archdiocese of Baltimore to be a welcoming, worshipping community of faith, hope, and love. Through his Spirit, the Lord Jesus lives in those who believe, and reaches into our world with his saving message and healing love.

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Your Church at Work

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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: 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Episcopal Ordination of Bishop William Edward Koenig

A message from Archbishop Lori: Support the Hyde Amendment

Catholic Review Radio

Featured Homily

Child Protection, Accountability and Transparency

Blogs & Commentary

Welcome to the Archdiocese of Baltimore

Find a Parish

Find a School

Your Church at Work