Governor, mayor see Archbishop Lori as ‘trusted partner’ May 1, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop Lori Milestones, Feature, Local News, News Archbishop William E. Lori is a well-known figure in Maryland’s political circles. Known for his gentle manner and for being a steady advocate for issues of concern to Catholics in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, he meets and speaks regularly with a variety of leaders from both sides of the political aisle.
Father Steffener, a beloved fixture at Westminster parish, dies at 91 April 20, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Obituaries Father Gerard James Steffener died April 13 at BridgingLife Dove House in Westminster. He was 91.
S.S.N.D. general superior says order’s ministry remains strong despite declining numbers April 12, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Consecrated Life, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations, War in Ukraine While their numbers may be fewer, the School Sisters of Notre Dame are providing vital ministry around the world, according to Sister Roxanne Schares, Rome-based general superior of the S.S.N.D. religious community.
Seminarians evangelize Towson University April 5, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Colleges, Eucharist, Feature, Local News, News, Vocations Eighteen seminarians from Mount St. Mary’s were on Towson University’s campus Feb. 27 to March 1 at the invitation of the university’s Catholic campus ministry based at the Newman Center. With permission from the secular university, they had opportunities for faith sharing not only with Catholic students, but also with students of many different religions – and of no religion at all.
Sulpician Father Peter Gray’s art deepens faith March 31, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Arts & Culture, Feature, Local News, News For Father Gray, art is his full-time ministry. He spends hours a day working on a paint-splattered kitchen table to create sacred and secular art.
1,000 Catholics gather at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen to pray for peace in Ukraine March 26, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, Video, War in Ukraine As Archbishop William E. Lori solemnly consecrated Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Maya Lancaster stood with 1,000 others – all focused on an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary holding a rosary displayed in the cathedral’s sanctuary.
Archdiocese of Baltimore community rallies in support of Ukraine March 24, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Archbishop's Ministry, Feature, Local News, News, War in Ukraine As Father Vasyl Sivinskyi swung open the metal gates of East Baltimore’s St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church on a misty March 17 morning, Mary Ellen Beaty-O’Ferrall was already waiting for him with four large boxes.
Major leaguer makes amends after smashing ball into pastor’s car March 21, 2022By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Schools, Sports Driving along Putty Hill Avenue in Towson Feb. 17 on his way to buy some multivitamins, the pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary in Baynesville heard a loud crash and saw pieces of an outdoor mirror fly up onto his windshield and then off his Honda CR-V.
Archbishop Lori invites parishioners to pray, learn more during Child Abuse Prevention Month April 8, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Child & Youth Protection, Feature, Local News, News, Video Archbishop William E. Lori is encouraging Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore to dedicate some time during National Child Abuse Prevention Month to pray for victim-survivors of abuse.
‘Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus’ makes Easter story accessible for children April 1, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Books, Commentary, Easter, Feature, The Narthex Parents looking to introduce their children to the Easter story in a loving, gentle way have a great resource in “Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus.”
Father Linnane to retire earlier than planned as president of Loyola University Maryland March 29, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Colleges, Feature, Local News, News Jesuit Father Brian Linnane, who announced in February that he was retiring as president of Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore at the end of the 2021-22 academic year, said in a March 29 letter to the Loyola community that he has decided to step aside sooner. His last day will be June 30.
Catholic leaders welcome move to ditch ‘Maryland, My Maryland’ March 22, 2021By George P. Matysek Jr. Catholic Review Filed Under: Feature, Local News, News, Racial Justice Father Raymond Harris, pastor of Holy Family in Randallstown and a member of Archbishop William E. Lori’s working group on racism, said he can’t understand why any Marylander today would want to sing a song that celebrates the Confederacy.