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The Spirit Jesus came into the world – and he now comes into your lives – to free you from everything that could hold you back from friendship with God and friendship with others.
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Archdiocese of BaltimoreWednesday, June 17th, 2026 at 7:00am

As a budding triathlete and former track and field performer, Deacon Connor Schmidt appreciates that he’s nearing the finish line in his journey to the priesthood.

“I think I’m looking forward to the ways the Lord works through me to give hope and joy to people,” Deacon Schmidt said. “The Lord wants to give us good things. It’s inspiring that I might be able to provide some of that hope and joy through the sacraments.”

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https://catholicreview.org/deacon-connor-schmidt-believes-in-saying-yes-as-he-nears-finish-line/ #LocalNews #Vocations B'more Vocations

Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain five men to the priesthood June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. The following is a profile of one of those future priests. New profiles of the other new priests will be added to the Catholic Review site daily from June 14 to June 18.

Deacon Connor Schmidt believes in saying ‘yes’ as he nears finish line - Catholic Review

“I think I’m looking forward to the ways the Lord works through me to give hope and joy to people,” Deacon Schmidt said. “The Lord wants to give us good things. It’s inspiring that I might be able to provide some of that hope and joy through the sacraments.”

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreTuesday, June 16th, 2026 at 2:01pm

When families face crisis, we come together to help.

Across our parishes, immigrant families are part of our community—worshipping beside us, raising their children in the faith, and contributing to parish life. Yet when a parent or primary provider is detained or deported, families can be left without the basic resources they need to survive. In these moments of crisis, they turn to the Church.

This fund provides immediate, short-term support to help stabilize families during times of urgent need.

Help families facing sudden and devastating hardships by donating here: https://tinyurl.com/ifeaf

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreTuesday, June 16th, 2026 at 1:01pm

One hour in adoration changed the course of his life.

A Calvert Hall graduate says a powerful encounter before the Eucharist helped lead him to the priesthood. Now, he's preparing for ordination in the Archdiocese of Baltimore.

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https://catholicreview.org/powerful-experience-at-adoration-helps-lead-calvert-hall-grad-to-the-priesthood/ B'more Vocations

Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain five men to the priesthood June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. The following is a profile of one of those future priests. New profiles of the other new priests will be added to the Catholic Review site daily from June 14 to June 18

Powerful experience at adoration helps lead Calvert Hall grad to the priesthood - Catholic Review

After graduating from Tulane University with a degree in chemistry, Deacon Kulik put aside medical school acceptance to serve two years as a missionary with FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kan. The experience deepened his sense of purpose and po...

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 15th, 2026 at 2:00pm

Catholic Review for Kids! This 2-sided activity page for kids is meant for all to use as something fun for kids to do. When printing please remember to select “double sided” on your copier and then simply fold in half. Find it in our linktr.ee/archbalt

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 15th, 2026 at 11:01am

What does it take to become a Catholic priest?

For Deacon Matthew Kirby, the answer has been years of prayer, study and formation. As he prepares for priestly ordination, he reflects on the journey that brought him here.

Read his story:
https://catholicreview.org/deacon-kirbys-path-to-priesthood-is-a-journey-of-faith-and-learning/
Archbishop William E. Lori will ordain five men to the priesthood June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. The following is a profile of one of those future priests. New profiles of the other new priests will be added to the Catholic Review site daily from June 14 to June 18. B'more Vocations

Deacon Kirby’s path to priesthood is a journey of faith and learning - Catholic Review

Deacon Stephen Kirby was in fifth grade when he first thought it would be “cool” to be a priest. The fourth of seven children, Deacon Kirby and his family were active members at St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park where he was an altar boy and in the youth choir.

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 15th, 2026 at 10:03am

At exactly 10:46 a.m., a Baltimore priest received a phone call that would change his life.

What followed was a moment of surprise, discernment and a new chapter of service in the Catholic Church.

Read the story behind the call:
https://catholicreview.org/called-at-1046-a-m/

William E. Lori will ordain five men to the priesthood June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. The following is a profile of one of those future priests. New profiles of the other new priests will be added to the Catholic Review site daily from June 14 to June 18. B'more Vocations