The Gospel proclaims a message of hope and consolation, as indeed you pastor is called upon to offer hope and consolation to you, his people, especially in time of illness, loss, weakness, and uncertainty.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore will continue to stand in steadfast unity with our immigrant brothers and sisters. Through our many parishes, ministries and services, the local Church will walk with you, to assist you with basic needs, advocate for your wellbeing and provide you with opportunities for prayer and worship that nurture your faith.
La Arquidiócesis de Baltimore seguirá manteniéndose firme en unidad con nuestros hermanos y hermanas inmigrantes. A través de nuestras numerosas parroquias, ministerios y servicios, nuestra Iglesia local caminará con ustedes para ayudarlos con sus necesidades básicas, defender su bienestar y brindarles oportunidades de oración y adoración que alimenten su fe.
This morning, I’ve been asked to offer reflections on the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, held in Rome from September 28th until October 27th of this year. I served as an elected member of the United States delegation to the Synod.
Advent, as we know, marks the beginning of a new liturgical year, and I could not think of a better way to begin this Year of Grace than by paying you a long overdue visit, and on this occasion, to install officially your pastor.
Indeed, as December ushes in the winter weather, the darkness and the long nights – Advent ushers in the light of God’s love. And in the darkness, God’s love shines all the more brightly through the grace of the Holy Spirit.
De hecho, cuando diciembre da paso al clima invernal, la oscuridad y las largas noches, el Adviento marca el comienzo de la luz del amor de Dios. Y en la oscuridad, el amor de Dios brilla aún más intensamente por la gracia del Espíritu Santo.
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday. It is an opportunity for us to give thanks to the Lord for the blessings he has showered upon our land and for the blessings we have experienced in our families and in our network of relationships. It is an opportunity to express our appreciation for those with whom we live and work.
The Feast of Christ the King invites us, not so much to scrutinize our leaders as to look carefully into our own hearts and ask to what kingdom have we given our allegiance: The kingdom of this world in its many forms or the kingdom of God? Today Jesus says to us anew: “Everyone who belongs to the truth, listens to my voice.”
As we settled in for an interview with Most Reverend Adam J. Parker, Vicar General and Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, the mood was light. We started with some quick, fun questions to break the ice and get to know Bishop Parker a little better before diving into the deeper topics. How do […]
Father Gregory Rapisarda approaches each hospital room with a gentle knock, a quiet smile, and an open heart. “Tell me your story,” he begins softly, inviting patients to share more than just their symptoms or conditions. His presence, humble yet unwavering, often brings a sense of calm to those facing fear and uncertainty. “Where are […]
Just as loving families keep alive the memory of those who have died, let us continue to cherish the memory of these our deceased brothers – remembering gratefully what the Lord enabled them to accomplish, remembering that we build on what they have left us, thanking God for their lives and their priesthood.
