Visitation Academy, a storied Catholic school in Frederick that has operated since 1846, will close June 30.

Visitation Academy, a storied Catholic school in Frederick that has operated since 1846, will close June 30.
I. Introduction: “Who Do You Say That I Am?” A. Years ago, as a seminarian at Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, I took a final examination in a course called “Christology”, a course that dealt with the identity and saving mission of Jesus. Among other things, we were questioned about the precise meaning of […]

All children have a right to religious education and access to the sacraments, said a priest who was born deaf and became blind.

In the first of a two-part report on religious liberty, Archbishop William E. Lori stresses importance of the witness of lay Catholics.
Planning is not my strength. Not too long ago my youngest sister, Treasa, mentioned that our parents’ 45th anniversary was today.My parents aren’t the type of people who would want a large party—which is good because we didn’t have time to plan one.Maybe we could take my parents to Mass
I. Introduction A. I am delighted to welcome all of you to this venerable Cathedral as we celebrate (in anticipation of) the Feast Day of St. Josemaria Escriva, the founder and patron of Opus Dei. So many of you have come from near and far to celebrate this feast and to attest by your presence […]
I. Introduction: Who Do You Say That I Am? A. Dear sisters and dear friends: Years ago, as a seminarian on the Mount that corresponds to this Valley, I was taking a final examination in the Christology course, a course that dealt with the identity and saving mission of Jesus. Among the many things that […]
The rhythm, routine and Providence were similar, but this religious pilgrimage was also a bit different.Father Jack Lombardi and friends began another Religious Freedom Pilgrimage June 14, albeit without the fanfare and media attention that accompanied the Pilgrimage of Love and Mercy he led from Baltimore to Philadelphia last September
If you had only 30 seconds to create a slideshow of who you are, which photos do you choose? That was my first assignment for my Introduction to Mass Communications class. When I first saw the assignment, I assumed I would have to speak in the

Many marriages today can be considered invalid, Pope Francis said.
If you’re looking for something fun, free, and fantastic to do this weekend, head over to the Baltimore Museum of Art to meet Josh Copus and participate in his interactive Brick Factory, which is part of his greater project “Building Community.” My mom, the boys, and
On Saturday, June 25 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Baltimore, Archbishop William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore, will ordain a new Catholic priest for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Deacon Michael Rubeling, 27, studied for the priesthood at Our Lady of Providence College Seminary and then at the Pontifical North […]
