Catholic Review, Author at Archdiocese of Baltimore

December 31, 2013

Pope: In new year, step outside your comfort zone, get involved

As 2013 comes to a close, let everyone ask God for forgiveness and thank him for his patience and love, the pope said as he presided over a New Year's Eve evening prayer service.

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December 30, 2013

Former Anglican clergyman celebrates first Christmas as Catholic priest

Christmas was particularly joyous for Father Albert Scharbach, who was ordained as a Catholic priest a few weeks ago.

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December 30, 2013

Archdiocesan capital campaign surpasses $100 million goal – new target set

With several months remaining in the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s first capital fundraising campaign in 15 years, Archbishop William E. Lori announced Dec. 30 that the campaign’s $100 million goal has already been surpassed.

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December 30, 2013

We Three Kings

Archbishop Lori was deeply touched by a gift he received from the late Cardinal James Hickey.

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December 28, 2013

“Most” Posts of 2013

This has been a year of joy and sorrow, of new beginnings and goodbyes, and as I read back through my posts from the past 12 months, I realize how much we have experienced as a family—and how much I have shared with you here.Sarah at “Amongst Lovely Things” invited

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December 27, 2013

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

“The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (Fox) receives its title from a classic 1939 short story by humorist James Thurber.

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December 27, 2013

Some pick-me-ups for post-Christmas letdown

“Christmas is over,” Collin declared, a tinge of heartbreak in his voice, as he peered through the complete set of open doors on his kneeling Santa Advent calendar.Dec. 26 is a dreary day for many people. All the preparations - the decorations, the shopping, the baking, the eating, the wrapping,

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December 27, 2013

Sister Camilla Harant, D.C., dies

A funeral Mass for Daughter of Charity Sister Camilla Harant was offered Dec. 27.

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December 26, 2013

School news in the Archdiocese of Baltimore

From music to art, students in the archdiocese share their talent.

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December 25, 2013

Christmas is time to feel God’s closeness, experience peace, pope says

Celebrating the first Christmas since his election, Pope Francis preached the goodness and tenderness of God.

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December 24, 2013

Countdown to Christmas: Prayer for Christmas Eve

Prayer for Christmas Eve Loving God, Help us remember the birth of Jesus,that we may share in the song of the angels,the gladness of the shepherds,and worship of the wise men.Close the door of hateand open the door of love all over the world.Let kindness come with every gift and good

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December 24, 2013

Listening for sleigh bells

Leo missed Polar Express Day at school when he was sick last week, so we decided to watch The Polar Express together as a family.John and I had seen it once before, but never with our children. I was surprised to find that I had tears in my eyes as

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