Archdiocese of Baltimore

Bon Secours Studio Weekend
2026-01-02 16:00 - 2026-01-04 16:00 (America/New_York) | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Kick-off the new year with a “séjour artistique” — a retreat-stay focused on art. Join fellow artists and makers of all types in a community space where you’ll have your own workstation from 4pm Friday through 4pm Sunday. That’s 48 hours of Bon Secours hospitality…so you have nothing to do but art! Optional sessions on helpful topics will be offered such as Color 101 and Visual Prayer. The weekend closes with an invitation to share your work. Open to all experience levels and all media except oil-based paints. Lodging and meals included. Guided by Tara Mulder.
Check-in begins at 4pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30pm, followed by dinner at 6pm. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. The retreat concludes at 4pm Sunday.

Virtual Caregiver’s Support Group – January
2026-01-03 13:30 - 15:30 | Online Event
This two-hour online program is an invitation for caregivers of all types to converge and engage in a safe, sacred community and with various spiritual practices around a topic relevant to the caregiver experience. Each session will include time for a spiritual practice (including body prayer, silence, mantras, etc.), personal reflection, and group sharing. Facilitated by Gordon Creamer.

Epiphany Lessons and Carols
2026-01-03 18:00 | St. Vincent de Paul Church, 120 North Front Street, Baltimore, MD, 21202, United States
St. Vincent de Paul Church will host an Epiphany Lessons and Carols on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 6 p.m. The service will take place at 120 North Front Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Come hear “music from the heart” featuring St. Vincent’s choir. Free and open to the public. For more information, visit stvchurch.org or email parishoffice@stvchurch.org

IHM Concert Series: A Festival of Lessons and Carols for Epiphany
2026-01-04 16:00 | Immaculate Heart of Mary, 8501 Loch Raven Boulevard, Towson, 21286, United States
IHM Concert Series: A Festival of Lessons and Carols for Epiphany
Scripture, Prayer, Music, Choral Anthems and Congregational Hymns Led by the Choirs of Archbishop Curley High School, Director: Michael Gaffney.

Virtual Epiphany Retreat
2026-01-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Join us on the Epiphany (or “Little Christmas” as it is known) for a mini retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. During our gathering together via Zoom, those present will consider information about these ancient figures and their legacy while applying the gift of their star-inspired journey to each participant’s respective story. Moreover, there will be opportunities to engage in prayer, contemplation, music, and other meaningful exercises for a deeper appreciation of how the Magi offer a unique spiritual treasure to our perennial celebration of Christmas and what it means to live life as a journey. This is a VIRTUAL program on Zoom. Guided by Gordon Creamer.

Youth Mental Health First Aid
2026-01-07 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Online Event
Youth Mental Health First Aid – You are invited to a valuable training designed to help caring adults support adolescents ages 12–18 who may be facing mental health or addiction challenges. This online course equips you with the skills to recognize warning signs and respond appropriately in a mental health–related crisis.

Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in youth
Get certified through an online Mental Health First Aid training
Cost: $25
January 7 and 8, 2026 | 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQrp6JZK4_Wl69VGI7gBUjsusIudLFucxu0YJV1Yd2anb-9w/viewform

To sign up or learn more, contact Petlyn Darius-Steele in the Office of Black Catholic Ministries at 410-547-5452 or Petlyn.Steele@archbalt.org

Catholicism Uncorked: “Artificial Intelligence and Authentic Faith: A Catholic Approach to AI”
2026-01-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Gastro Social, 806 Stiles St, Baltimore, MD, 21202, United States
St. Vincent De Paul/St. Leo the Great Baltimore invites you to Catholicism Uncorked: “Artificial Intelligence and Authentic Faith: A Catholic Approach to AI,” featuring Rev. Bryan Williams, CSC of Fordham University, on Thursday, January 8, from 7–8:30 p.m. at Gastro Social in Baltimore. RSVPs are appreciated but not required, please contact TheBridge@SaintLeoRCC.org. The event is hosted by Plating Grace & Grub

Healthy Living with Saint Ignatius - Weekend Retreat
2026-01-09 16:00 - 2026-01-11 13:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Healthy Living with Saint Ignatius is a retreat rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, which focus on a whole person approach to being well: body, mind, and spirit. This retreat will provide you with tools to improve your health, deepen your faith, and enjoy life to the fullest — perfect for anyone eager to start the new year by making changes in their life, especially in the areas of prayer, diet, and exercise. Guided by Paul Gallagher.

Family Adoration & Fellowship
2026-01-10 10:00 | Baltimore Basilica, 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD, 21201
Family Adoration at the Basilica — Families with children of all ages are warmly invited to Family Adoration at the Basilica of the Assumption on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. This special gathering introduces children to the beauty of Eucharistic Adoration through brief reflections, prayer, and song, thoughtfully designed for young children. Parents, godparents, grandparents, and loved ones are encouraged to attend together, offering a meaningful witness of faith and love for Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. Following adoration, families are invited to Borders Hall for fellowship with crafts, games, music, and food. Please register in advance so we can plan for crafts and refreshments. The event is free, and donations to support the program are welcome. Register Here: https://americasfirstcathedral.org/family-adoration.

From Aging to Saging - Day Retreat
2026-01-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Aging is the most common human experience. How we view the aging process has a significant impact on how we harvest the gifts given and the gifts received in our life. We are living longer these days, and so often we hear the phrase, “I don’t like getting old.” This common phrase becomes a daily mantra for some. Does this mentality serve you and enhance your being? Can you instead embrace aging to cultivate the inwardness from which your wisdom grows? What is your meaningful spiritual and life legacy? How can you use your experience and wisdom to contribute to help the world? These are some of the questions and insights for our day of reflection. Join us as we explore ways to embrace the wisdom in our life’s journey through meaningful conversation, prayer, and resources for self-reflection. Lunch is included. Guided by Sharon Scibek.

9 Days for Life Novena
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-24
You are invited to participate in this powerful novena where people everywhere will pray, reflect, and take action for the dignity of human life.

January 16 – 24, 2026
Participate from anywhere.
Simple daily prayers & reflections.
Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions.
Learn more & join here: 9DAYSFORLIFE.COM.

Winter Silent Directed Retreat - 3-nights
2026-01-16 16:00 - 2026-01-19 13:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Begin the new year by focusing on your path ahead and tuning into God’s voice. Our winter directed retreat consists of two days (3-night stay) of spiritual direction. Retreatants will meet with a spiritual director daily (or less if you desire) to reflect on God’s presence and movement in your life as revealed in prayer, the events and relationships in your life, and the response to God that is being made. The spiritual director may make suggestions (prayer forms, Scripture, reading materials, etc.) to support and deepen your awareness of and response to God.
Aside from the introductory session and your spiritual direction meetings, you will be on your own to experience a weekend of personal reflection. Mass will be available on Sunday and Monday. Guided by Fr. Jim McBurney, Amy Sorensen Kulesa, and Sr. Pat Mensing.

Individual Unbound Ministry Prayer
2026-01-17 08:00 - 12:00 | Church of the Resurrection (Ellicott City), 3175 Paulskirk Drive, Ellicott City, MD, 21042, United States
Unbound is a ministry of freedom and healing that helps to release the Power of the Gospel into our lives. We all have areas in our lives where we are “stuck”. These can be wounds from our past, patterns of habitual sin, addictions, negative thoughts, resentments, and other forms of spiritual difficulty. Jesus came to set us free by breaking the power of evil and revealing the love of God.
There will be trained teams available to provide individual prayer using the Unbound Model of prayer.
If you would like to schedule an appointment or want more information, please contact us at unboundministrymaryland@gmail.com by Monday, January 12.
We ask that prior to your appointment you read at least the first seven chapters of the book Unbound, by Neal Lozano
(available at www.Amazon.com OR www.heartofthefather.com).

Safety & Risk Awareness Training
2026-01-17 08:30 - 12:00 | St. John The Portico, 43 Monroe St., Westminster, Maryland
Safety & Risk Awareness Training – St. John’s Parish in Westminster, in partnership with the Office of Risk Management, will offer a Safety & Risk Awareness Training on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Register in advance by visiting: CLICK HERE. This training is designed for all parish volunteers and staff who support the safe assembly of parish liturgies and events—including ushers, greeters, sacristans, clergy, and others entrusted with creating a secure worship environment. Registrants must be at least 18 years of age or be accompanied by a parent or guardian. CLICK HERE to register in advance for this event. The session will focus on:

Risk factors and triggers
Environmental and personal stressors
Warning behaviors that may influence an individual’s decision to commit a harmful act
Outlines the mitigating factors and strategies that could help prevent acts of targeted violence

The training will be led by Lt. Kathryn Greenbeck.

St. John’s Parish in Westminster – Parish Portico

43 Monroe St., Westminster, MD 21157

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., and the session will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Peace Walk
2026-01-19 12:00 | St. Bernardine (Baltimore), 3800 Edmondson Ave., Baltimore, Maryland, 21229
St. Bernardine Catholic Church with Historic St. Peter Claver invites you to its 13th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. & Rev. Msgr. Edward Michael Miller Peace Walk, to be held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. This annual tradition gathers community members, civic leaders, clergy, and neighbors from throughout the region for a prayer service, a walk dedicated to peace, justice, and unity and a community gathering with chili and refreshments afterwards. This year’s event will feature Pulitzer Prize winner Taylor Branch as the guest speaker. He is recognized for his award-winning trilogy chronicling the life of Dr. King and the American Civil Rights Movement.

The Art of Noticing - Day Retreat
2026-01-20 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
When we take the time to be aware of our thoughts, our inner and outer world shifts as the power of perspective transforms what we see and how we experience life. For real change to occur, we need awareness, dedication, and perseverance. Let’s come together to pause and be present; to “notice what we notice” and shift our attention to the things that will bring us into Divine alignment with Christ. Lunch is included. Guided by Sanyika Calloway.

National March for Life
2026-01-23 | National March for Life, The Mall, Washington DC, DC, United States
The March for Life is an inspiring, peaceful, vibrant, and joy-filled rally of women, men, young people, and children from all across the country – and it’s the largest annual human rights demonstration in the world.
You are invited to walk in support for life. The National March for Life on is Friday, January 23, 2026, in Washington, D.C. For details and registration, visit: National March for Life – March for Life

Life Fest Rally
2026-01-23 06:00 - 11:30 | Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
You’re invited to Life Fest Rally, hosted by the Knights of Columbus and the Sisters of Life for young Catholics on the morning of the National March for Life (January 23) at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Join Archbishop William Lori and young Catholics from across our Archdiocese and the nation for adoration, prayer, music, and Mass. Tickets are required ($10) and can be purchased online at Home | Life Fest. Doors will open at 6:00 a.m. Clergy should register here: LifeFest2026Clergy.eventbrite.com

Stay & Pray
2026-01-23 08:00 - 20:00 | Ss. Philip and James Catholic Church, 2801 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Can’t make it to DC for the March for Life?
We invite you to Stay & Pray!
Please consider signing up for a few minutes or an hour!
8 am – 8 pm Friday January 23rd, 2026
Saints Philip & James, Adoration Chapel, 2801 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
Interested in joining the March in DC? Contact JHU Voice for Life, prolife@jhu.edu or Colin Kourz, life@archbalt.org
Please consider signing up to pray here, if any questions, contact Amy Erardi, amy.erardi@archbalt.org

Reclaiming America's Moral Compass
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:30 | Grace United Methodist Church, 5407 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD, 21212, United States
Reclaiming America’s Moral Compass
An interfaith gathering to address the cruelties inflicted upon migrants, the poor, hungry, and sick – both overseas and at home

Uniting people of faith to act on urgent social issues
Exploring the roots of dehumanization and its impact
Spotlighting programs supporting immigrants, the poor, and global aid

Saturday January 24, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:30PM
Grace United Methodist Church
5407 N Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
Speakers – Panels – Discussion
Interfaith Worship – Fellowship
For more information and to register
www.faithandjusticeinaction.org

St. Stephen's Blizzard Bingo
2026-01-24 17:00 - 22:00 | St. Stephen (Bradshaw), 8028 Bradshaw Road, Kingsville, Maryland
Join us for bingo, food, drinks and fun. Doors open at 5 p.m. Games start at 6 p.m. Must be 18+ to enter. $20 per person

Encounter Jesus
2026-01-25 - 2026-01-28 | St. Bartholomew, 2930 Hanover Pike, Manchester, MD, United States
Encounter Jesus
January 25-28
6-8 p.m. each night
This Parish Encounter is a time to personally and intimately encounter Jesus, who is truly present among us under the appearance of bread. Now is the time to regain or strengthen the life of grace in your soul.
Each night we will feature confessions and a guided Holy Hour with Our Lord by the Children of Mary Sisters!
Sunday, January 25th: Grace: The Interior Life
Monday, January 26th: Jesus Eucharistic: The Lament of the Sacred Heart
Tuesday, January 27th: The Blessed Virgin Mary
Wednesday, January 28th: Holy Mother Church

Young Adult Evening Prayer - School Sisters of Notre Dame
2026-01-27 20:00 - 21:00 | Online Event
Young adults ages 18-45 are invited to pray online together with members of the North American Vocation Team, other sisters and young adults from across the U.S. and Canada, on Tuesday, January 27 from 8-9 p.m. Eastern Time via Zoom.
Experience evening prayer in the gentle rhythm of the Liturgy of the Hours (psalms, scripture and intercessions), with time for faith sharing in breakout groups.
Please register in advance for the Zoom link here. For questions, please contact sisters@ssnd.org.

15th Annual Bosco Day
2026-01-29 09:30 - 15:00 | St. Gabriel, 6950 Dogwood Rd, Windsor Mill, MD, 21244, United States
The 15th Annual Bosco Day will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at St. Gabriel (Woodlawn) from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This Archdiocesan mid-year gathering of catechetical and youth ministry leaders is held in honor of St. John Bosco, patron of children and young people, and includes Mass, a light breakfast, and lunch. Following the formal conclusion of Bosco Day, all are invited to the post-Bosco-Day Happy Hour, hosted by APYM & BACM. This day is brought to you by the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s Institute of Evangelization.
Register here!

Falling in Love with Creation - Day Retreat
2026-01-30 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Responding to the Wonders and Cries of Mother Earth
Come explore all the wonders freely offered to nourish our minds, bodies, and spirits…and return home with several concrete steps we can take to live in good relationship with our Mother Earth — giving and taking. As author Robin W Kimmerer says: “All flourishing is mutual.” The day will include time for presentation, small group sharing, journaling, and walking in the beauty of Bon Secours. Lunch is included. Guided by Annie Hisle.

Wine Tasting
2026-02-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Our Lady of Grace, 18310 Middletown Road, Parkton, MD, 21120, United States
Join us for our annual Wine Tasting event sponsored by Cranbrook Liquors and hosted by Our Lady of Grace. Sunday, February 1st from 3-6pm. Wine, craft spirits, champagne, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds benefit OLG.

Think, Thank, Pray, and Love - Day Retreat
2026-02-04 09:30 - 15:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Friends Day of Prayer
Spirituality is our way of living in relationship with God. We recognize our spirituality from the outside in. Spirituality on the outside refers to practices where we reach out to God and God can reach us. When we turn to spiritual practices, we are opening ourselves to whatever influence these practices have on our relationship with God, and in turn, on how we live the rest of our lives. This Friends Day of Prayer will examine four practices — think, thank, pray, and love — that can enable us to sustain an intimacy with God through our own suffering and through our role of caring for those who are suffering.
All are welcome to attend the Friends Day of Prayer retreats, held monthly on the first Wednesday of the month. It is not required to attend every month, so register for one or more sessions as your schedule allows. While the presenters and topics vary, each Friends Day of Prayer typically includes pastries and informal conversation at 9:30am, a morning presentation at 10am, an optional Mass, a delicious lunch, short periods of free time to enjoy the grounds or shop in the bookstore, and an afternoon presentation. Guided by Rev. Rich Gula, P.S.S.

Lower School Open House at SJS-Fullerton
2026-02-05 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Joseph Fullerton, 8420 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD 21236, Baltimore, Maryland, 21236, United States
Welcoming prospective families for Pre-K4 through 5th grades for the 2026-2027 school year!
We invite you to visit our beautiful campus, step into our classrooms, and speak with our teachers, faculty & parents. Learn about student life, including athletics, clubs and activities while touring our school.
Advance registration is appreciated: https://bit.ly/VisitSJSFeb5th.
We can’t wait to meet you!

VIRTUAL Continuing Education for Spiritual Directors
2026-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom (Online)
God’s Recreation of the New Day: Morning Retreat on Zoom for Spiritual Directors
The essence of God is love. We invite all spiritual directors to a morning of recreation and renewal. Through communal and personal prayer, we will create space and time to let God surround us with love. As part of the day, participants will be given the option to join in small groups to share how God lives and moves in our work and in our personal lives. The morning will include a guided meditation, centering prayer, and an opportunity for questions and discussion. Facilitated by Donna Bilek.
This is a virtual program, open to all spiritual directors. When registering for this virtual program, please provide the email address to which we should send the Zoom Meeting link. If you don’t receive the Zoom Meeting information by the day before the session, please contact the Welcome Center at 410-442-3120.
