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Emmet Cahill, Irish Tenor Presents: “A Celtic Christmas”

Immaculate Heart of Mary 8501 Loch Raven Boulevard, Towson

Direct from Ireland – Emmet returns to the IHM concert series following appearances with the Tabernacle Choir, Carnegie Hall, the Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra and touring with Celtic Thunder, to perform beloved Christmas music, songs of the season as well as Irish favorites and classical works. (Meet and Greet 4:00pm)

$40 – $55

Christmas at St. Louis: LUX

St. Louis Catholic Church 12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD

“Christmas at St. Louis” is one of Clarksville’s favorite holiday traditions, and this year we’re adding a luminous new twist.

Free

Advent Day of Prayer

Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD

The day will begin with reflective input by Sr. Bernie, followed by time for private prayer and reflection, lunch in silence, the option of walking the labyrinth or beautiful grounds, journaling, or just relaxing with God. The atmosphere for the day will be reverent silence, which allows us to encounter God and be attuned to God’s promptings. There will be the opportunity to attend Mass if you wish. The day will close with us coming together to name the blessings of the day and for a closing prayer. Lunch is included. This will be a day of silence. Guided by Sr. Bernie Claps.

$50

Grief Retreat

Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD

During our time together, we will explore various expressions of grief during this time of year through personal reflection, contemplative exercises, and communal rituals. We will also engage with the spiritual practices of setting intentions and creating boundaries as we continue navigating our journey of grief in such a season. Guided by Gordon Creamer. Lunch is included.

$75

Handel’s Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica

Baltimore Basilica 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD

Join us at the breathtaking Baltimore Basilica, America’s First Cathedral, for a favorite Baltimore tradition - two glorious performances of Handel’s Messiah on Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th, 2026 with Maestro Edward Polochick and the Baltimore Basilica Festival Orchestra and Choir!

Journeying to the Heart of the Nativity with a Celtic Spirit

Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center 1525 Marriottsville Rd,, Marriottsville, MD

Join us for a day-long retreat that invites you to explore Celtic spirituality with its intimate connection to the heartbeat of God and Mother Earth and its reverencing of the returning light at the Winter Solstice. Throughout the program, participants will be engaged in cherished Celtic legends about the birth of Christ and their intersection with various Christian saints from this tradition. Participants will have opportunities for contemplation and prayer, group dialogue, and mirthful expression related to all that is explored personally and within community. Lunch is included. Guided by Gordon Creamer.

$75

Handel’s Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica

Baltimore Basilica 409 Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD

Join us at the breathtaking Baltimore Basilica, America’s First Cathedral, for a favorite Baltimore tradition - two glorious performances of Handel’s Messiah on Friday, December 11th and Saturday, December 12th, 2026 with Maestro Edward Polochick and the Baltimore Basilica Festival Orchestra and Choir!

Annual Live Nativity

St. John the Evangelist, Severna Park 689 Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park

Larsen Field will be transformed into a prayerful, peaceful journey to Bethlehem with Jesus, Mary and Joseph. Prepare your hearts for the joy of Christmas as you meet everyone from that Holy Night, either in person or through sacred art.

Greccio (Live, Outdoor Nativity)

The Shrine of St. Anthony 12290 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City, Maryland

All are welcome to visit the grounds of the Shrine of St. Anthony for an outdoor live Nativity in the tradition started by St. Francis of Assisi in Greccio, Italy […]

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