Catholics advancing social justice sometimes wonder: Will my efforts have a lasting impact? Am I building God’s kingdom or will all of this be wiped away?
Catholics advancing social justice sometimes wonder: Will my efforts have a lasting impact? Am I building God’s kingdom or will all of this be wiped away?
When I worked as a lobbyist, I dealt with no issue more wrapped up in emotion and anxiety than immigration. It was the only one I ever had people call and scream at me about, it was the only one that tested my personal relationships, it was the only one
The other day a friend shared his daughter’s wedding video with me. It was extraordinary. Every detail was exquisitely captured, every frame was packed with emotion, and each image showed a couple who were loved and in love.Watching it made me smile—and tear up a little, as weddings always do.

Archbishop will celebrate the 86th annual Scout Mass in the Archdiocese of Baltimore at St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park.

For a decade, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School has educated students and introduced them to the business world.
The bill provides no protection for those with disabilities, who are especially vulnerable to coercion or pressure.
Pope Francis and members of the international Council of Cardinals advising him on church governance discussed the functions of the Vatican tribunals that handle marriage, appeals and indulgences.
The night before Valentine’s Day I looked at the Halloween buckets full of Christmas candy sitting on the kitchen table. Then I threw all the candy away. That’s not a household policy, but we had just been to the dentist, and I was feeling especially motivated.Besides, I knew the Valentine’s
Not only should we count our blessings at the end of the day, we should give God thanks and praise for all the ways he has blessed us.

The family should be the lens through which every parish or pastorate considers its mission priorities, Archbishop Lori said.
When I walk out of the confessional, I always feel lighter, loved, forgiven and touched by God’s mercy.
Father Doyle answers questions on shopping on Sunday and ‘mixed marriages.’
