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Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence
July 2, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
On this Fourth of July, as our nation marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Catholics are invited not only to celebrate our history but also to reflect prayerfully on our future.
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Archbishop Lori Homily: Priesthood Ordination
June 23, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
In the Gospel, we see how deeply the Lord loved his own in the world. So deep was his love that he gave them something more than a word of encouragement or a bit of sage advice.
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Archbishop Lori Homily: Mass for the Deaf Community
June 23, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
Only when we trust the Lord completely can we live without fear. For by trusting, we give God permission to draw us closer to himself, to purify us, to strengthen us, to fill us with hope, and to grant us a joy that nothing and no one can take away from us.
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Archbishop Lori Homily: 100th Anniversary Bethlehem Knights of Columbus Council
June 23, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
Fr. McGivney founded the Knights on the very love we celebrate at every Mass: God’s infinite love which he generously lavishes upon us, a love we did not earn, a love we do not deserve, a love God freely gives.
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Archbishop Lori Homily: Group Confirmation with St. Isaac Jogues, St. Ursula, St. Joseph (Fullerton), St. Stephen
June 15, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
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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Archbishop William E. Lori offers his homily during the opening Mass of the 136th Supreme Convention of the Knight of Columbus at the Baltimore Convention Center August 7. (Kevin J. Parks/CR Staff)

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreThursday, July 2nd, 2026 at 11:11am

✝️ A sacred moment is coming to Baltimore.

The major relics of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque — the 17th-century Visitation sister known as the Apostle of the Sacred Heart — will visit the Basilica of the Assumption this weekend, July 5–6.

Archbishop William E. Lori will celebrate Mass at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, followed by public veneration of the relics and events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Veneration continues through 7 p.m. Saturday and resumes Sunday, July 6, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

All are welcome at the Baltimore Basilica - America's First Cathedral

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🕊️ Come. Pray. Venerate.

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St. Margaret Mary Alacoque’s devotion to Sacred Heart of Jesus inspires Catholics to pray for the United States at 250th anniversary The major relics of

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreWednesday, July 1st, 2026 at 2:02pm

Did Catholics play a role in founding the United States? Yes — and Maryland was at the center of it.

At the time of the American Revolution, Catholics made up only about 1% of the colonial population, with most living in Maryland. Despite their small numbers, Catholics served in the militias of Maryland and Pennsylvania, and their deep commitment to religious freedom helped shape the new nation's founding ideals.

How did a small religious minority influence the birth of American liberty? Read the full story to find out. 🔗 https://catholicreview.org/faith-freedom-and-the-founders-how-maryland-catholics-helped-shape-a-new-nation/

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreTuesday, June 30th, 2026 at 2:00pm

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 29th, 2026 at 2:00pm

Today we celebrate Ss. Peter & Paul, patron saints of the city of Rome. 🏛️🇮🇹

Ss. Peter & Paul, pray for us. 🙏

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 29th, 2026 at 12:03pm

Archbishop William E. Lori announces the following appointments:

Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including pastors, associate pastors, and special ministry assignments - Catholic Review

Archbishop Lori announces clergy appointments, including pastors, associate pastors, and special ministry assignments

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreMonday, June 29th, 2026 at 10:31am

Every person is called to encounter Christ — and that includes our Deaf community. 🙏

This June, Archbishop William E. Lori had the joy of celebrating Mass with the Deaf community of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. It was a beautiful reminder that the Church speaks every language — including ASL. ✋❤️

Thank you to all who gathered in faith and to those who made this Mass possible. We are one Body in Christ.

Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Ijamsville MD