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There’s no doubt about it, Pope Francis has captured the attention of the Church and the world. And he is doing this not only by a simplicity and humility that has earned him the nickname, “the world’s parish priest’, but also by taking the Church back to the basics. Through his humble actions and kind […]

Pet blessings will be offered in the Archdiocese of Baltimore

In celebration of St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day Oct. 4, the following parishes are holding pet blessings.

Montessori program growing at St. Pius X

The Montessori program, the first of its kind in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, spans ages and promotes individualized learning in a structured environment.

Interview with Pope Francis inspires and invigorates

There’s no doubt about it. Pope Francis has captured the attention of the church and the world. And he is doing this not only by a simplicity and humility that has earned him the nickname, “the world’s parish priest,” but also by taking the church back to the basics.

Ignatian retreat exercises heart, mind, soul

On the second week of September, Paul McMullen was one of 30 adults who attended an Ignatian retreat.

John Carroll’s marching band plays – and practices – hard

This latest installment of “Inside Sports” looks at The John Carroll School’s marching band.

Haas, Haugen and Joncas to appear in concert

David Haas, Marty Haugen and Michael Joncas will make an appearance together Oct. 11 at St. Andrew by the Bay in Annapolis.

More About Gossip From Pope Francis

“Christians must bite their tongues before gossiping. That will do us good because that way the tongue swells up, and you can’t talk.”–Pope FrancisPope Francis greets the crowd as he arrives to lead his general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Sept. 25. (CNS photo/Paul Haring)Last week I

Loyola Blakefield names new president

Loyola Blakefield’s board of trustees unanimously voted to appoint Anthony I. Day as president, the Towson school announced Sept. 25.

Baltimore funeral home CEO Michael Ruck appointed to lieutenancy of Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre

Cardinal Edwin F. O’Brien has appointed Michael J. Ruck Sr. as the Lieutenant of the Middle Atlantic Lieutenancy.

Three Area Catholic Schools Receive National Blue Ribbon School Award

Sean Caine

September 24, 2013

Press Release

Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that three Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore are among a select group of schools nationwide to receive the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award. Saint Joseph School, Cockeysville, St. Margaret School, Bel Air and St. Mary’s School, Annapolis bring the total number of Catholic […]

Pope Benedict challenges atheist, says he never hid abuse cases

September 24, 2013