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SUMMARY:Christmas at St. Louis: LUX
DESCRIPTION:“Christmas at St. Louis” is one of Clarksville’s favorite holiday traditions\, and this year we’re adding a luminous new twist. Alongside traditional carols\, sacred music\, and treasured holiday classics\, the program will feature Dan Forrest’s LUX: The Dawn from On High. Latin for “light\,” LUX is a radiant five-movement work for chorus and orchestra that explores light in all its forms—from ancient chant and Scripture to poetry\, joy\, love\, and deep peace. Following the performance of this stirring contemporary work\, the evening continues in the beloved St. Louis spirit\, lifting hearts with “O Come\, All Ye Faithful\,” “O Holy Night\,” “Joy to the World\,” and other cherished sounds of Christmas. From reverent reflection to joyful celebration\, this year’s “Christmas at St. Louis” offers a radiant musical journey through the warmth\, wonder\, and hope of the Christmas season. FREE ADMISSION
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/christmas-at-st-louis-lux/
LOCATION:St. Louis Catholic Church\, 12500 Clarksville Pike\, Clarksville\, MD\, 21029\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T093000
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SUMMARY:Advent Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/advent-day-of-prayer/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Rd\,\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T160000
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SUMMARY:Grief Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Tending Sacredly to Your Grief Amidst the Holiday Season \nDuring 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.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/grief-retreat/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Rd\,\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T220000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
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SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom the heart-stirring opening strains to the exultant “Hallelujah” chorus\, experience the complete masterpiece performed in one of the nation’s most inspiring and historic sacred spaces. With soaring choruses\, brilliant orchestral writing\, and world-class soloists\, Messiah remains a timeless proclamation of hope\, joy\, and redemption. \nWhether you have cherished this work for years or are discovering it for the first time\, allow Handel’s beloved masterpiece to fill your heart and usher in the beauty and wonder of the Christmas season.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/handels-messiah-at-the-baltimore-basilica/
LOCATION:Baltimore Basilica\, 409 Cathedral St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T160000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
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SUMMARY:Journeying to the Heart of the Nativity with a Celtic Spirit
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/journeying-to-the-heart-of-the-nativity-with-a-celtic-spirit/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Rd\,\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bon%20Secours%20Retreat%20%26amp%3B%20Conference%20Center":MAILTO:info.rcc@bonsecoursrcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T180000
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SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah at the Baltimore Basilica
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom the heart-stirring opening strains to the exultant “Hallelujah” chorus\, experience the complete masterpiece performed in one of the nation’s most inspiring and historic sacred spaces. With soaring choruses\, brilliant orchestral writing\, and world-class soloists\, Messiah remains a timeless proclamation of hope\, joy\, and redemption. \nWhether you have cherished this work for years or are discovering it for the first time\, allow Handel’s beloved masterpiece to fill your heart and usher in the beauty and wonder of the Christmas season.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/handels-messiah-at-the-baltimore-basilica-2/
LOCATION:Baltimore Basilica\, 409 Cathedral St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Concert,Family,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T193000
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SUMMARY:Annual Live Nativity
DESCRIPTION:Join St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park on Saturday\, Dec. 12\, for a remarkable experience your whole family will enjoy. From 6:15—7:30p.m.\, 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. And no manger scene would be complete without a stable full of animals! Bishop St. Nicholas will be waiting to greet you and share a gift! There will be a quiet Adoration tent where you can spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Everyone is invited to leave a prayer request; our priests and seminarian will pray for you during Advent. Then\, end the beautiful night with fellowship\, hot cocoa and cookies with friends around a bonfire. \nTeens in 8th grade and older are invited to join the cast. Contact Jeanette Middleton-Sudano at mailto:Jeanette.middleton@comcast.net. Adults\, teens\, families are needed to help set up\, greet\, or clean up. Contact Kathy at adoration@stjohnsp.org. \nhttps://stjohnsp.org/events/live-nativity-ymmgc-tbl4f-6j6b9-yb7lk
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/annual-live-nativity/
LOCATION:St. John the Evangelist\, Severna Park\, 689 Ritchie Hwy.\, Severna Park\, 21146\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T190000
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SUMMARY:Greccio (Live\, Outdoor Nativity)
DESCRIPTION: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 more than 800 years ago. The outdoor prayer service concludes with hot chocolate and cookies around a bonfire. 
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/greccio-live-outdoor-nativity/
LOCATION:The Shrine of St. Anthony\, 12290 Folly Quarter Road\, Ellicott City\, Maryland
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T183000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
CREATED:20260916T132324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T132324Z
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SUMMARY:A Festival of Lessons and Carols
DESCRIPTION:A beloved Advent tradition blending scripture & song.\nThe Cathedral will be filled with music to prepare your heart for Christmas.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/a-festival-of-lessons-and-carols/
LOCATION:Cathedral of Mary Our Queen\, 5200 N Charles St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advent,Christmas,Concert,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T160000
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SUMMARY:New Year’s Eve - Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Humor and Laughter: Divine Gifts \nFinding humor in both the joyful experiences and challenging situations in life — and embracing the freedom to laugh — are important elements of a healthy and balanced spirituality. The closing of one year and the opening of a new is a wonderful opportunity to explore our spiritual life through these elements. On this threshold of “what has been and what will be\,” we will explore how the joyful sound of laughter calls us to action. We will discuss where humor can be a powerful testimony. We will answer together what it means to be a collective chorus and how we can make laughter an intentional practice. Bring the joys and sorrows of the year as we join with friends\, old and new\, to reflect\, heal\, look forward\, and yes\, have more than a few laughs! Guided by Andrea Springer. Lunch is included.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/new-years-eve-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Bon Secours Retreat & Conference Center\, 1525 Marriottsville Rd\,\, Marriottsville\, MD\, 21104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bon%20Secours%20Retreat%20%26amp%3B%20Conference%20Center":MAILTO:info.rcc@bonsecoursrcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270102T103000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
CREATED:20260409T204818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T204818Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturday Rosary with Meditations for People with Mental Illness
DESCRIPTION:At 10:00AM 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.\nWe will pray a different mystery each month. January 2nd we will pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary at 10:00AM.\nSend 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.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/first-saturday-rosary-with-meditations-for-people-with-mental-illness-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Faith,Mental Health,Prayer,Religious
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental%20Health%20Awareness%20Ministry":MAILTO:sjemhaevents@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270206T103000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
CREATED:20261002T155549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T155549Z
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SUMMARY:First Saturday Rosary for Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Join Us in Prayer! \nAt 10:00 AM EST on the first Saturday of each month\, we invite you to pause\, pray\, and place our mental health needs—and those of our loved ones—in the hands of Mary through the Holy Rosary. \nEach month\, we will pray a different set of mysteries using the beautiful Meditations for People with Mental Illness\, provided by the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers. You can find the meditations here: https://catholicmhm.org/rosary-mental-health \nWhether you are seeking comfort\, hope\, healing\, or simply a moment of peace\, all are welcome to join us in prayer. \nTo receive the link to join our online Rosary\, scroll down to the event website to access the link. \nBeginning January 2\, our Online Rosary has moved to 10:00 AM EST. \nCome as you are – it’s a ZOOM! Let us pray together\, support one another\, and entrust our hearts and minds to Mary.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/first-saturday-rosary-for-mental-health/
LOCATION:Zoom (Online)
CATEGORIES:Faith,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270221T130000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
CREATED:20261023T161016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261023T161016Z
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SUMMARY:Project Rachel Weekend of Mercy
DESCRIPTION:Entering Canaan\nHope & Healing After Abortion\nWeekend *Silent* Retreat\nFebruary 19-20-21\, 2027 \nWeekend of Mercy \nConfidential Location: Shenandoah Valley (disclosed after registration is complete)\nSuggested Donation: $250 per person\, $400 per couple (scholarships are available) \nPlease complete contact form. All forms must be completed 2 weeks prior to event to reserve spot \nFor more information:\nProject Rachel\n410.625.8491 talk\n410.299.9345 text\n888.456.HOPE (4673) toll free\nprojectrachel@archbalt.org\nproject-rachel.net\nhopeafterabortion.com
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/project-rachel-weekend-of-mercy/
LOCATION:Maryland
CATEGORIES:Adoration,Faith,Family,Lent,Marriage & Family LIfe,Mass,Memorial,Men,Mental Health,Prayer,Pro-Life,Reflection,Respect Life,Retreat,Women,Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T160000
DTSTAMP:20261026T181659
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SUMMARY:Bach's Mass in B Minor at the Baltimore Basilica
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 10 at 1:00 p.m. for one of the crowning achievements of Western music – Johann Sebastian Bach’s Mass in B Minor. Under the direction of Basilica Music Director Samuel Rowe\, the Baltimore Basilica proudly presents this extraordinary masterpiece\, performed by the acclaimed Basilica Schola Cantorum and Three Notch’d Road: The Virginia Baroque Ensemble. \nA work of breathtaking grandeur\, profound spirituality\, and unmatched musical brilliance\, Bach’s Mass in B Minor is widely regarded as the composer’s magnum opus and one of the greatest choral works ever written. From quiet moments of reflection to soaring\, triumphant choruses\, Bach’s Mass in B Minor is a work of remarkable beauty\, depth\, and emotional power. \nPresented within the soaring beauty of the Baltimore Basilica\, this one-time performance promises an unforgettable afternoon where timeless music and our sacred space come together in a truly transcendent concert experience. Whether you have cherished this masterpiece for years or are hearing it for the first time\, this is a concert not to be missed! \nTickets are limited. Reserve your seats today for this one-time presentation of Bach’s monumental Mass in B Minor.
URL:https://www.archbalt.org/event/bachs-mass-in-b-minor-at-the-baltimore-basilica/
LOCATION:Baltimore Basilica\, 409 Cathedral St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family,Music
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