October 2012 - Page 10 of 12 - Archdiocese of Baltimore

Southern Maryland pilgrimage inspires

The Holy Father has proclaimed that “The Year of Faith” will begin this month. Pope Benedict XVI states, “This will be a good opportunity to usher the whole church into a time of particular reflection and rediscovery of faith.”

Seven-year-old helps bring joy to children facing Cancer

A second-grader at School of the Incarnation is making a difference in the lives of children.

Archbishop Lori: Year of Faith as easy as 1, 2, 3

CATONSVILLE – Believe and accept the church’s teachings. Let its truths guide our lives. Share that faith.

Culture of Life Medals of Honor awarded on Respect Life Sunday

Baltimore Archbishop Lori honors pro-life workers.

October 7, 2012

Opening of the Year of Faith

I. Introduction: New Beginnings It was nearly five months ago that I was installed as the 16th Archbishop of Baltimore. Providentially, my installation occurred on the cusp of the Year of Faith which will official commence this coming Thursday, October 11th, the 50th anniversary of the opening of the II Vatican Council in Rome and...

October 7, 2012

Mass for Life

I. Introduction “Faith,” Pope Benedict XVI has said, “opens our eyes to human life in all its grandeur and beauty.” And nothing more opens our minds and hearts to the wondrous gift of human life than the gift and mystery of the Eucharist by which we are gathered together as God’s family. Here the author...

October 6, 2012

Catholic Review Column: Three Goals for the Year of Faith

A journalist was attending a dinner party where the Catholic Church was the topic of conversation. Everyone at the dinner table had negative things to say about the Church. After a while, everyone noticed he had remained silent. Knowing that he was a practicing Catholic, his dinner partner said, “Well, why do you still go...

October 6, 2012

Address on Religious Liberty – Jefferson, Missouri

I. Introduction Let me thank you warmly for the opportunity to address you today about the topic of protecting, defending, and fostering religious liberty in the public square. In a special way I want to thank the bishops of the great State of Missouri for extending the invitation to me to speak to you today...

Coming up with Halloween costumes: Trick or treat?

It changes every day—sometimes two or three times. “Mama, can I be a pirate?” “I want to be Batman!” “What I really want to be is Peter Rabbit. Or a bank robber! Can I be a bank robber?” For months now, whenever the Halloween conversation came up, I said yes to any costume idea.

Ravens center stars in Maryland ad supporting traditional marriage

Matt Birk urges Maryland voters to vote “no” on ballot Question 6, which seeks to redefine marriage in the state

Creators say ‘American Bible Challenge’ fills need for family programs

The “American Bible Challenge” has been watched by more than 2 million people in the United States every Thursday night since its debut Aug. 23.

St. Francis of Assisi and Bambi the Rabbit

I love animals. Kids and animals are probably the two groups I get along with the best! So, a couple of years ago, when my siblings and I wanted a pet, a rabbit was all my mother would agree to (we have another sister with other pet allergies).Maria, Anthony, and