Archdiocese of Baltimore

Summer TMIY 2026
2026-07-18 07:00 - 08:30, 2026-08-01 07:00 - 08:30, 2026-08-08 07:00 - 08:30, 2026-08-15 07:00 - 08:30 (America/New_York) | St. John the Evangelist, Severna Park, 689 Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park, 21146, United States
“Lectio: The Case for Jesus,” a video study program from the Augustine Institute presented by Brant Pitre, Ph.D. Do you follow Jesus ‘on the way?’ Can we trust the Gospels? Do we really know who wrote them? Do the Gospels communicate truth, or fabricated fables? Who is Jesus? Join Dr. Pitre as he draws evidence from both early Christian and non-Christian writings attesting to the authenticity, authorship, and dating of the Gospels, as he gives an in-depth look at the Gospel accounts of Jesus’s Crucifixion, Resurrection, and the proclamation of Christ’s divinity. Strengthen your faith so that you can not only stand firm and profess that Jesus truly is “the Christ, the Son of the living God,” but also confidently respond to any skeptics you encounter. Watch the trailer on Formed: app.formed.org/app/videos/1343209. We will meet 7—8:30a.m. in Cottage 1 next to the playground on the nine Saturday mornings of: May 30, June 6, June 20,
June 27, July 11, July 18, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, and Aug. 15. Contact Ben Switzer for more information at switzers08@gmail.com.

VIRTUAL Caregiver’s Support Group – July
2026-07-18 13:30 - 15:30 | Zoom (Online)
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. Guided by Gordon Creamer.

Scam-Proof Your Loved Ones
2026-07-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Ellicott City, 4795 Ilchester Rd., Ellicott City, MD, MD, 21043, United States
Scam calls, phishing emails, fraudulent text messages, and online impersonation schemes are becoming increasingly common. Join us for an informative evening with OLPH parishioner and cybersecurity specialist Nick Lowe, as we explore practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones in today’s digital world. Topics will include digital hygiene, phishing scams, online safety, password security, and common warning signs that can help you recognize and avoid fraud before it happens. All are welcome.
RSVP here: https://olph.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/1074/responses/new

Day Retreat - Creator and the Cosmos
2026-07-23 09:30 - 16:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
During this day of meditation, we will have the opportunity to engage with our creator and the cosmos through visio divina and audio divina. Similar to lectio divina, which focuses on scripture, visio divina focuses on sacred seeing. It is an ancient form of prayer involving meditating through sight. It invites one to engage with an image in a way that will move our minds and hearts to the presence of God. In addition, there will be recordings of sounds from space so we may enter into audio divina. These forms of prayer will encourage us to sharpen our senses of seeing and hearing as a way to connect with the divine, deepening our awareness of God and God’s love. The day will include communal prayer, meditation, visio divina, and audio divina, as well as free time to journal, walk with nature, or simply rest in the presence of our God. Lunch is included. Guided by Donna Bilek.
There is also an overnight option for this retreat. Visit bonsecoursrcc.org/events for details.

Catholic Business Network of Baltimore July Monthly Meeting: Exploring The Office of Vocations
2026-07-24 08:00 - 09:30 | MD
Join the Catholic Business Network of Baltimore on Friday, July 24, as we welcome Fr. Lenin Suarez, Associate Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, for a fascinating look inside the Office of Vocations.
With a remarkable 70 seminarians entering formation this fall, Fr. Lenin will share how the Vocations Office helps men discern the priesthood, supports them throughout their journey, and prepares them for a life of service.
Whether you’ve ever wondered how someone discerns a vocation to the priesthood or simply want to learn more about this important ministry, this promises to be an engaging and insightful discussion.
📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
⏰ 8:00–9:30 AM
📍 Hightopps Backstage Grille | Timonium, MD
FREE for Members | Guests: $20
Register here: https://www.cbnbaltimore.org/event/july-2026-meeting/

St. Peter’s Second Annual Faith & Food Fest: Live Catholic Music, Veneration of St. Sharbel Makhlouf Relics, Family Fun, Food Trucks and More!
2026-07-24 17:00 - 20:00 | St. Peter at the Lake Center, 1140 Mosser Rd., McHenry, MD, 21541, United States
St. Peter the Apostle Parish (Garrett County) is hosting its second annual Faith & Food Fest from 5-8 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2026, at St. Peter at the Lake in McHenry, MD – near Deep Creek Lake. Beginning at 5 p.m., the public will treat themselves to dinner and dessert from local food trucks on site. Free live music will be performed from 6-8 p.m., by Deacon Peter Henkels (lead singer of The Branches), Deacon Gabriel Schoone – both of the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh, and Joe Henkels, Peter’s brother. Neil Krebs, St. Peter’s music director will share the stage throughout the night. And, new this year is Father Maximilian Mary Dean, multi-instrumentalist and winner of the “Best Marian Song” at the 2025 Catholic Music Awards.
This year’s Faith & Food Fest is part of St. Peter’s year-long celebration of its 175th anniversary and coincides with the Feast Day of St. Sharbel Makhlouf. Time for independent prayer and veneration with St. Sharbel’s relics present will be offered from 5-6 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. Free admission and parking on site; parking for group buses may be arranged by calling the parish office at 301-334-2202, Monday-Thursday. This family-friendly (including “Fido”) event will be held rain or shine. Festival goers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. For additional details, please see and share the attached flier or visit garrettstpeter.com/joinus.

St Philip Neri Craft Fair
2026-07-25 09:00 - 15:00 | St philip Neri Catholic Church, 6405 S Orchard Road, Linthicum, MD, 21090, United States
Come join us for a fun-filled day at the Summer Indoor Craft Fair! Explore a variety of handmade goodies, meet friendly local artists, and find unique treasures—all in an air conditioned space.
Perfect for a relaxed day out with friends or family, rain or shine. Don’t miss out on this awesome chance to support creatives and snag some cool crafts!
Come and support this event, there will be food and bake goods.

8-Day Ignatian Retreat
2026-07-25 16:00 - 2026-08-01 13:00 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
The Ignatian Directed Retreat is designed to deepen your relationship with God. Check-in begins at 4 p.m., and the retreat will begin with an orientation session at 5pm. The retreat will end after lunch on Saturday.

High School Summer Day Camp
2026-07-27 08:00 - 2026-07-31 16:00 | O’Dwyer Retreat Center, 15523 York Road, Sparks, Maryland, 21152
July 27th–31st (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM each day, lunch provided) For rising 9th through 12th graders.
We will focus on the seven key themes of Catholic Social Teaching through prayer, Scripture, adventure, and team/community-building activities. For more information, please email Nathan McVey at nathan.mcvey@archbalt.org. Webpage and registration form: https://msgrodwyer.org/summer-camp

Mass of Solidarity
2026-07-28 18:00 | Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, 101 Owensville Rd, West River, MD, 20778, United States
Mass of Solidarity with the Haitian Community and those Impacted by Changes to Immigration Policy
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Our Lady of Sorrows
1006 Larch Ave, Takoma Park, MD
All are welcome as we entrust the needs of our community members to the loving care of God and pray for justice in our world.

The Hillbilly Thomists : LIVE IN BALTIMORE
2026-07-29 19:00 - 22:30 | MD
The HTs are on the road again in support of their new album “Strange Land.” Last summer they retreated to the mountain tops to record their sixth album. This summer they’re taking these new songs (and old favorites) to the streets with their sundry folk instruments in tow. Come join us for an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and authentic Dominican roots tradition.
The Hillbilly Thomists : LIVE IN BALTIMORE Tickets, Wednesday, July 29 • 7 PM – 10:30 PM | Eventbrite

For music, merch, and more, visit www.hillbillythomists.com.

“Pray for Priests” Walking Pilgrimage
2026-08-01 04:15 | St. John the Evangelist, Severna Park, 689 Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park, 21146, United States
Join us Saturday, Aug. 1, as we walk and pray for an outpouring of God’s love and strength into our Archdiocesan priests and seminarians in the midst of the Church’s novena to St. Jean-Marie Vianney, patron of parish priests. We begin in short prayer, usually pray the Rosary as we walk and then journey at our own pace in conversation or quietly the rest of the way. Please note: Our pace is three-miles-per-hour so we can arrive at St. John for 8:30a.m. Mass. It is an easy surface but a brisk pace. Meet us at St John’s parking lot at 4:15a.m. and get a ride or carpool to St. Mary’s Church in downtown Annapolis. The walk from St. Mary, Annapolis to St. John, is 9.4 miles. Contact Kathy Kirby at mrskirby1966@gmail.com for carpool information, or to arrange to meet at St. Mary.

First Saturday Rosary with Meditations for People with Mental Illness
2026-08-01 11:00 - 11:30 | Online
At 11AM EST on the first Saturday of each month, we will pray the Rosary using Meditations for People with Mental Illness. These meditations are from the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers found here: https://catholicmhm.org/rosary-mental-health.
We will pray a different mystery each month. August 1st we will pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary.
Send an email to SJEMHAEvent@gmail.com if you would like the link to join us or scroll to the event website to get the link.

Feast of Our Lady of the Angels and America 250 BBQ
2026-08-02 12:00 - 15:00 | The Shrine of St. Anthony, 12290 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City, Maryland
Join us for a special Sunday Mass honoring the Feast of Our Lady of the Angels, patron of our Province. Friar Michael Heine, OFM Conv., will celebrate Mass in the Shrine Chapel.
The Feast of Our Lady of the Angels honors the dedication of the Portiuncula, a tiny stone chapel in Assisi, Italy, that is the spiritual birthplace of the Franciscan Order and the exact site where St. Francis of Assisi died. On this day, pilgrims can receive the Assisi indulgence. St. Francis of Assisi secured this privilege in 1216. It allows the faithful to receive complete remission of temporal punishment due to sin, under specific condition.
Following Mass, there will be a BBQ lunch served at Carrollton Hall, during a special Open House in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. While the Declaration was ratified on July 4, the founding fathers, including Charles Carroll of Carrollton, did not sign the document until Aug. 2, 2026. To RSVP for the Open House and BBQ lunch, please click here. The event is free and open to the public.

Celebrate the Legacy of Charles Carroll of Carrollton
2026-08-02 17:30 | MD
As our nation commemorates our 250th anniversary, join the Charles Carroll Legacy Gala on Sunday, August 2, at the historic Charles Carroll House & Gardens in Annapolis.
This special evening honors Charles Carroll of Carrollton—the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence—and celebrates the enduring contribution of the Catholic faith to American public life. August 2 marks the very day Charles Carroll of Carrollton signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Guests will enjoy a reception and inspiring program highlighting Carroll’s witness. The event benefits the Faithful Citizenship Institute, a nonprofit based in Annapolis, whose mission is to form Catholic leaders in the Church’s social teaching for faithful service in public life.
All are welcome. To learn more or register, visit: faithfulcitizenshipinstitute.org/events

Day of Hope & Healing Retreat
2026-08-07 09:00 - 16:00 | Ellicott City
Project Rachel Healing Resources
If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion involvement, confidential and non-judgmental help is available from our Project Rachel ministry.
Upcoming retreats: May 15 and August 7
Need support?
projectrachel@archbalt.org
410-6258491(call)
410-299-9345 (text)

Retreat for Couples
2026-08-07 16:00 - 2026-08-09 11:30 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
Robert and Lori Fontana, relationship educators, return to Bon Secours to help couples discover the amazing gift of married love (even if that love has been frayed a bit). The retreat begins with The Marriage Jackpot Date Night on Friday evening, where you will meet Murphy the Marriage Salesman, do the “how well do you know your spouse” quiz, sing old love songs, meet other couples, and enjoy great snacks and spirits. The retreat continues into Saturday and Sunday, building on the insights and fun from Friday night. Check-in begins at 4 pm. There will be a brief welcome session at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner at 6pm. The retreat begins after dinner at 7 pm on Friday and concludes before lunch on Sunday. Mass will be available Sunday morning for those who wish to attend. The price of $570 is per couple.

Treading Boldly Conference for Parents
2026-08-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 4795 Ilchester Rd., Ellicott City, MD, 21043, United States
Today’s parents are the first generation to raise kids in a digitally connected, pornography-saturated world — one producing unprecedented challenges and uncharted difficulties for families everywhere. Drawing on solid research, biblical truth, and Christlike compassion, Josh Glaser of Regeneration Ministries will offer practical and spiritual guidance to help your kids navigate today’s digital landscape — and your family to truly thrive.
Register here: https://olph.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/1066/responses/new

Archdiocese of Baltimore 4th Annual Gun Buyback
2026-08-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Westside Shopping Center, 2413 Frederick Avenue, Baltimore, MD, United States
The Archdiocese of Baltimore will host its fourth Gun Buyback and Peacebuilding Fair this August in Baltimore City. Through our partnership with the Baltimore Police Department, 1,056 unwanted firearms have been voluntarily surrendered and destroyed to date – weapons that can no longer be used in a robbery, suicide, domestic assault, or accident.
We invite you to support this lifesaving effort. Your contribution directly helps reduce the number of unwanted guns in our communities while promoting peace and the dignity of the human person. Any funds raised beyond the needs of the buyback will support the Archdiocese’s Grief Ministry, which serves families directly impacted by violence by assisting with burial costs, providing groceries, and helping to meet other critical needs.
https://www.archbalt.org/archdiocese-of-baltimore-annual-gun-buyback/

109th Woodstock Festival
2026-08-08 14:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-09 12:00 - 16:00 | St. Alphonsus Rodríguez (Woodstock), 10800 Old Court Rd., Woodstock, MD, 21163, United States
Best Chicken Dinner ever!
Dinner includes one-half chicken deep-fried on premises, homemade potato salad and slaw, with corn on the cob and tomatoes from local farmers. Family fun outside includes games, country store, refreshments, face painting, and free rides for children on the Woodstock Express!

Silent Directed Retreat
2026-08-09 16:00 - 2026-08-15 11:30 | Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD, 21104, United States
An individually directed retreat focuses on the way God is active in the individual’s life, and each retreat follows a uniquely personal path. Retreatants meet with a spiritual director once a day to reflect on God’s presence and movement in their life as revealed in prayer, the events and relationships in their life, and the response to God that is being made. Mass will be available throughout the week. This is a silent retreat. Check-in begins at 4pm, and the retreat will begin with an orientation session at 5pm. Silence will begin after dinner. The retreat ends before lunch on Saturday.

An Evening of Music with Chris Brunelle
2026-08-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Our Lady, Queen of Peace, Middle River, 10003 Bird River Road, Baltimore, MD, 21220, United States
On Monday, August 10, renowned church musician Chris Brunelle will present a concert at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church (10003 Bird River Road, Middle River, MD 21220), at 7:00 PM. An accomplished guitarist and vocalist, Chris has been involved in music ministry his entire life. He began an online ministry in 2015, and his YouTube channel now features over 1700 videos of Catholic music selections. Come enjoy an evening of Catholic music – and be prepared to sing along!

Gather: Summer Harvest Dinner
2026-08-13 17:30 - 21:00 | Carrollton Hall, 12280 Folly Quarter Rd, Ellicott City, MD, 21042-1425, United States
Every summer, Little Portion Farm hosts a farm-to-table dinner to support and celebrate our work. This intimate gathering is an opportunity for us to enjoy the fruits of our labor and experience a true farm-to-table experience within the halls of the historic Carrollton Hall. All are welcome to join us for this celebratory evening overlooking our small portion of creation.
Guests enjoy a three-course meal created by Dignity Plates, the Franciscan Center of Baltimore‘s culinary academy, using fresh produce from Little Portion Farm and sustainably-raised meat from Mary’s Land Farm. Cocktail hour, preceding the sit-down meal, is held outside and features hand-crafted cocktails from Baltimore Spirits Co. including fresh ingredients from the farm. Dinner includes a special wine pairing from Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard.
All proceeds from this event go to Little Portion Farm, to support our work caring for the Earth and growing food for people living with food insecurity. Since 2019, we have harvested and donated more than 130,000 pounds of fresh produce.

Annual Pastorate Crab Feast: St. Gabriel & St. Charles Borromeo
2026-08-23 14:00 - 18:00 | St. Gabriel, 6950 Dogwood Rd, Windsor Mill, MD, 21244, United States
Join us and support the parishes of St. Gabriel and St. Charles Borromeo at our annual CRAB FEAST on Sunday, August 23, 2026 in the School Hall on the campus of St. Gabriel (6946 Dogwood Road, Windsor Mill 21244)! The event is from 2:00 – 6:00 PM, and doors will open at 2:00 PM. Crabs will be steamed on-site by Salerno’s, and the menu includes fried chicken, pit beef, turkey, crab dip, cole slaw, corn on the cob, potato salad, and drinks. We will enjoy special basket raffles and other games with prizes. Early-bird tickets through July 31 are $65 for adults and $35 for children under age 10. In August, tickets are $75 for adults and $40 children under age 10. No sales on the day of the event. Tickets are available online or at either of our parishes offices; call 410-944-2106 or visit www.stgabrielch.org/crab for tickets, questions, or more details.

American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story
2026-08-25 - 2026-08-27 | MD
American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story- a documentary following the life and witness of the first American-born martyr, Blessed Stanley Rother, from the wheat fields of Okarche, Oklahoma to the mountain tops of Santiago, Guatemala.
Presented by the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, the documentary features interviews with Archbishop Coakley, Monsignor Donald Wolf, Maria Scaperlanda, and many of the people Bl. Stanley Rother served in Guatemala. The film will be in theaters for three days: August 25 and 26 in English (narrated by Martin Sheen) and August 27 in Spanish (dubbed; narrated by Fr. Rafael Capo).
The trailer is available to watch HERE.
Tickets officially go on sale July 28th and is being shown at the following theaters

Regal Westview Stadium 16, Frederick, MD
AMC Columbia Mall 14, Columbia, MD
AMC White Marsh 16, Baltimore, MD
Cinemark Egyptian 24 and XD, Hanover, MD
Cinemark Towson and XD, Towson, MD
Horizon Cinemas Fallston, Fallston, MD
Horizon Cinemas Aberdeen, Aberdeen, MD

AOB Annual HomeSchool Mass and Gathering (at O'Dwyer this year!)
2026-08-25 10:00 - 14:00 | O’Dwyer Retreat Center, 15523 York Road, Sparks, Maryland, 21152
This year’s HomeSchool Mass (formerly held at St. Gabriel in Woodlawn) will be at O’Dwyer Retreat Center. Join us to celebrate Mass with Archbishop Lori, and kickoff the new academic school year season. All homeschool families are welcome to attend. Please RSVP no later than August 11st, 2026, so we can plan accordingly. There is no fee to attend, but Free Will donations are encouraged and appreciated. Mass will be followed by Pizza Lunch and families are welcome to stay after lunch so the children can enjoy some activities led by staff members at O’Dwyer Retreat Center (may be indoor and/or outdoor games/activities & may include water games so consider bringing towels and spare dry clothes).
Call or email for additional information: 410-472-2400 / odwyer@archbalt.org
Register / RSVP online here: https://forms.gle/Hcu2vpLxCZH95wpK6
[NOTE: Other Parishes may be hosting HomeSchool Kickoff Events as well, so if you can’t make it to this one, please check with your local parishes.]
