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Archdiocesan choir had unceremonial end

In January, members of the Baltimore Archdiocesan Choir received a letter from Archbishop O’Brien’s office stating that the choir will “cease to serve in this role for now.” I found it to be an inadequate treatment of a group that has given faithful service to the archdiocese for the last 26 years.
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German-born pope says he still feels pain of ‘Kristallnacht’

VATICAN CITY – German-born Pope Benedict XVI said he still feels “pain for what happened” in his homeland in 1938 when Nazi mobs went on the rampage against Jews, an event that became known as Kristallnacht.
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After nearly four decades, New Cathedral Cemetery employee to retire

For Anne Lucido, the complexities of life and death are part of the job – literally. The St. Agnes, Catonsville, parishioner has worked at New Cathedral Cemetery in Baltimore for 37 years.
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Friends, fellow parishioners of slain California couple feel an ‘emptiness’

LOS ANGELES – In the weeks following the death of Scott and Jean Adam, memories of the gregarious sailing couple and the inspiration they gave others remained strong in the hearts and minds of their friends and fellow parishioners.
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Parish quilt honors deceased Frederick pastor

The Frederick church of a much-loved pastor who worked hard to make his faith community warm and welcoming now has a very appropriate symbol of his service: a decorative quilt emblazoned with the phrase, “a warm, welcoming and faith-filled man.”
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John Carroll women’s lax defeats McDonogh 11-6

Reaching perfection in anything is a daunting task, especially in the realm of sports. But for The John Carroll School, Bel Air, “the sky’s the limit,” at least that was the mantra on the back of the Lady Patriots’ shirts for the 2008 IAAM A Conference lacrosse championships on May 10 at St. Paul’s School...
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Authentically proclaim Gospel in tech-savvy world, pope says

VATICAN CITY – Just as Jesus was able to effectively communicate God’s word with parables involving pastures and sheep, the church needs to discover modern day metaphors that will capture the attention and hearts of today’s tech-savvy men and women, Pope Benedict XVI said.
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Obama’s historic win celebrated in his father’s Kenyan village

KOGELO, Kenya – Kenyans took to the streets Nov. 5 to celebrate President-elect Barack Obama’s election victory as the first African-American president of the United States.
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Holy Communion offers spiritual strength to the sick

For years, Horace Wisniewski faithfully brought Holy Communion to the sick and dying throughout Dundalk. But after a heart attack slowed him down about a year ago, the roles changed. Now the 90-year-old extraordinary minister of Holy Communion relies on others to bring the Eucharist to him.
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Lenten sacrifice: Time to give up plastic bags or incandescent bulbs?

WASHINGTON – As Lent begins with Ash Wednesday March 9, Dan Misleh wants to remind Catholics that it is not just about giving up chocolate or ice cream for 40 days.
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Is it possible to go on a fast from violent media?

WASHINGTON – If you’re looking for a movement that really flew under the radar, consider the Media Violence Fast that took place for a week in mid-October.
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Catholic aid agency already in Myanmar faces travel restrictions

BANGKOK, Thailand – A Catholic aid agency already working in Myanmar when Cyclone Nargis struck has been grappling with travel restrictions as it tries to assess the situation and help survivors in the Irrawaddy delta region.
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