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Spring musical: The Wiz

Calvert Hall’s upcoming spring musical “The Wiz” by William F. Brown, with music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls, is an upbeat and groovy version of The Wizard of Oz. Under the direction of Mrs. Jillian Bauersfeld and Music Director Mr. George Wilkerson, the cast of 39 actors, 20 student musicians
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Fisherman’s ring

The Fisherman’s Ring, along with a lead seal, is a symbol of the temporal powers of each pope. As such, when the seat of the pontiff is vacant – usually by death, but in this case by renunciation – the ring and the seal can no longer be used for official purposes, such as validating...
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Father Edward T. Hill dies

Father Edward T. Hill died Feb. 9. He was 78 and had been a priest for 52 years.
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How often do we forgive?

 If you're on Facebook or Twitter, you may have seen the negativity toward the Church in response to Pope Benedict XIV's retirement. Any time there is major Church news, negativity can come out like this, but, in light of our use of media, how do we respond?Admittedly, I had declined
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Two leaders; two models of service

Speculation abounds about “the real reason” Pope Benedict XVI decided to renounce his papacy and step back into a life of prayer for the church, effective Feb. 28. However, it is likely as simple as he said: He’s no longer physically capable of handling the enormous burden of the papacy.
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Pope Benedict’s witness to holiness praised in Mass of Thanksgiving

Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori, the principal celebrant, said the Mass was an opportunity to pray for Pope Benedict, his successor and the church.
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Ravens center Matt Birk visits St. Mark School before announcing retirement

Ravens center Matt Birk, visits St. Mark School Feb. 22 directly before he announced his retirement from the NFL.
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A servant of the Truth

The full import of the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI due to the frailty that comes with advancing years will emerge only with the passage of time.
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Focus on God this Lent

One of my favorite Lenten stories is the story of the little boy who came home from the Ash Wednesday Mass. He said to his mother: “Mom, there's somebody under my bed!”
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Loyola University Maryland announces new master’s program

Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore has announced that beginning this fall it plans to begin offering a master’s degree in emerging media with courses offered primarily online.
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7 Quick Takes Friday

 — 1 —  I read that Lenten Fridays shouldn’t be a time for us to enjoy lobster and crab imperial, and I started feeling a little guilty. The truth is that I love meatless Friday dinners. I think fish sticks are divine. I love pizza—even if it has spent most of its
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