Nine years ago today I woke up thrilled and absolutely ready to marry John.It was a magnificent day—sunny and clear. And I knew by the end of the day I would be Mrs. John Buettner. I couldn’t wait.As impatient as I was for our life together to begin, though, IRead More

In a letter to an atheist Italian mathematician, retired Pope Benedict XVI defended his own handling of allegations of the sexual abuse of minors by clergy.Read More

“In books we seek God, in prayer we find him.Prayer is the key which opens God's heart.”–Saint Padre Pio da Pietrelcina (1887-1968) Padre Pio has been one of my favorite “saints” for years. I cannot remember exactly when I first heard of this much-loved Capuchin Franciscan friar, but it was probably inRead More

Peace and justice were the themes of an anniversary Mass and outdoor festivities Sept. 23 to honor Cardinal Shehan School’s 25th anniversary.Read More

— 1 —Leo had to bring an apple to school yesterday. I picked out a red one and put it in the outside pocket of his backpack. I thought I told him where I had put it, but maybe I didn’t. Or maybe he was playing and didn’t hear me.Read More

Check out some facts on the Monsignor O'Dwyer Retreat House in Sparks.Read More

Exercise and companionship are some benefits of owning a pet.Read More

“Go into the new.”– Archbishop John Carroll, namesake of our schoolFirst Bishop and Archbishop of Baltimore (Serving 1789-1815)  Outside on the John Carroll CampusThe opening of a new school year is always filled with lots of activity. This September has been particularly exciting as we began the celebration of our 50thRead More