To the soundtrack of the official hymn of Recife's Galo da Madrugada, said to be the largest carnival block in the world, Franciscans from five convents in northeastern Brazil dance to a typical Brazilian rhythm known as the frevo with one request: "Fique em Casa" (Stay Home).Read More

For Immediate Release Tuesday, April 7, 2020 On Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 11 a.m., Archbishop William E. Lori and his two auxiliary bishops, Denis Madden and Adam Parker, will simultaneously conduct blessings at three Baltimore hospitals, asking God’s care and protection over those who work in healthcare facilities in Maryland and for all the...Read More

Cardinal George Pell has been released from prison after 405 days behind bars after the seven judges of the High Court of Australia unanimously overturned the original December 2018 jury verdict that found him guilty on five counts of molesting two 13-year-old choirboys in 1996.Read More

Because of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore are facing new challenges in sustaining their ministries and outreach. Please remember to continue your financial support of your parish as best you are able given these difficult times. If your parish offers automatic giving, please make use of that approach....Read More