A look inside ‘Lumen Fidei’ in the Year of Faith

As our church prepares to wrap up its observance of the Year of Faith, I offer these observations on Pope Francis’ encyclical on faith, “Lumen Fidei”– “The Light of Faith.”
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More Patriot Pride: Another Look at the Vincentian Ministry of the Very. Rev. G. Gregory Gay, C.M. Part 2

  "I will always welcome joyfully any opportunity that comes my way to be of service to you." —Saint Vincent de Paul On the recent Feast of Saint Vincent de Paul, I highlighted the early life and vocation story of Father Greg Gay, CM, 1971 graduate of The John Carroll School. Father
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Moving: I think I’m over it

After living at my parents’ house for two months, I was sure the boys would have a difficult transition to our new home. We were leaving behind wonderful home-cooked meals by Grandma, woodworking and cookie baking with Grandpa, and knowing there was always someone to talk to or play with. Did
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Leaders honored for post-abortion outreach

Deacon Zeiler was honored at the annual Respect Life Mass for his many years of pro-life work, along with Denise Douglas.
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Notre Dame Prep launches capital campaign

NDP launched “Honor Tradition, Value Change, Fund Her Future” Sept. 26.
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Budding Indiana Jones: Our Lady of Hope parishioner enthusiastic about archeology

Marylynne Sitko, an Arabic language and religious studies major, participated in an archaeological dig near Jerusalem.
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Friendly competition: Seminarians participate in soccer tournament in Emmitsburg

Seeing seminarians play soccer helps people view the men of God in a different context.
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Called to New Evangelization: Lay Ecclesial Ministry and Forming Intentional Disciples

Last April Archbishop William Lori called on lay people serving in leadership and formative roles in our parishes and schools to save the date for what he hopes to be the First Annual Convocation of Lay Ecclesial Ministers. Yesterday we gathered at the Church of the Nativity in Timonium, men
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Despite shutdown, business as usual for Catholic Charities’ programs

Across the country, federally-funded programs are reportedly halting services due to the partial government shutdown.
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7 Quick Takes Friday (Baba’s birthday, moving, caterpillars, and sandwiches)

— 1 —Today is John’s birthday! Earlier in the week the boys and I discussed what to buy for Baba’s gifts.“What do you think Baba likes best in all the world?” I asked, thinking maybe I’d get him a photo of his sons.“I know!” Leo said. “He likes Bigfoot best.”“Oh,”
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