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May 31, 2020

Church united by Spirit, not personal beliefs, pope says on Pentecost

Just as the apostles were united once they received the Holy Spirit, the church is united by that same spirit and not by keeping company just with those who agree on a certain interpretation of Christian teaching, Pope Francis said on Pentecost.
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Louisville cathedral damaged as protests over Floyd death turn violent

Windows of the Cathedral of the Assumption and its offices facing South Fifth Street in downtown Louisville were covered with plywood as a precaution May 30 after a second day of peaceful protests turned to violence and vandalism overnight.
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Archbishop Lori: Holy Spirit should shake out complacency over racism

Archbishop William E. Lori harkened back to the first Pentecost when the Holy Spirit shook the house where Jesus’ disciples had gathered and came with a fire of charity to consume every false idol.
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Click here to watch a livestream of Archbishop Lori’s 11 a.m. Mass May 31

Press play above to watch a livestream of Archbishop William E. Lori celebrating the May 31 Mass for Pentecost Sunday beginning at 11 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.  Click here for a worship aid to follow along with the liturgy. The Mass is also broadcast on Ch.24 (MyTV Baltimore): Comcast (24), Verizon...
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Archbishop Lori’s Homily: Pentecost Sunday; Live-streamed and Televised Mass (Coronavirus Crisis)

With the help of the Spirit, may we detect the infection of racism, not only in our hearts but in our policies, in ways of doing business and decision-making.
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