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Archbishop Lori Homily: 14th Sunday, 250th Anniversary of the United States
July 5, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
But as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, I would suggest another saying today – at least for American Catholics: All roads lead to Maryland.
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Archbishop Lori Homily: 250th Independence Day
July 4, 2026Archbishop William E. Lori
Today as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, that history gives us much to celebrate. We can thank God for the blessings of liberty, for the opportunities this nation has provided, and for the countless men and women who sacrificed so that future generations might live in freedom.
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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 William E. Lori

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 BaltimoreSunday, July 5th, 2026 at 10:48am

Archbishop William E. Lori said that when Redemptorist Father Patrick Woods invited him several months ago to celebrate an Independence Day Mass on the grounds of the Carroll House, “I knew this is the place I had to be on the Fourth of July.” https://catholicreview.org/in-independence-day-mass-archbishop-lori-calls-for-continued-witness-to-human-dignity/ #AbpLori

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreSaturday, July 4th, 2026 at 2:29pm

🇺🇸🙏 On this Fourth of July, the faithful gathered at St. Mary's Parish & School, Annapolis as Archbishop William E. Lori celebrated Mass in thanksgiving for our nation and in commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary.

As we give thanks for the blessings of liberty, we also entrust our country to God’s providence, praying for wisdom, unity, peace, and a renewed commitment to the common good. May we continue to live our faith with courage and serve our neighbors with charity, always seeking to be instruments of Christ’s love in our communities.

Let us continue to pray for our nation and all those who work to uphold the freedoms we cherish.

#ArchBalt #ArchdioceseOfBaltimore #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #America250 #CatholicFaith #PrayForOurNation #StMarysAnnapolis #FaithAndFreedom 🇺🇸✝️

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreSaturday, July 4th, 2026 at 2:00pm

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸✨

Today we celebrate 250 years of the United States of America — a nation built on the belief that all people are created equal and endowed by their Creator with unalienable rights.

As we mark this milestone, we are grateful for the gift of religious freedom that has allowed the Catholic faith to flourish on these shores from the very beginning. May we recommit ourselves to building a nation of justice, dignity, and solidarity for all.

God bless you, and God bless the United States of America. 🙏🇺🇸

#July4th #250thAnniversary #America250 #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreFriday, July 3rd, 2026 at 2:00pm

Today we celebrate St. Thomas the Apostle, patron saint of architects. 🏘️🏗️🌇

St. Thomas, pray for us. 🙏

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Archdiocese of BaltimoreThursday, July 2nd, 2026 at 2:02pm

With joyful hearts, we celebrate newly ordained transitional Deacon Jhon Escobar as he reflects on his journey of faith, his call to serve the Church, and the final steps toward the priesthood.

His witness is a beautiful reminder of the power of saying “yes” to God’s call and trusting in where the Lord leads. Please continue to pray for Deacon Michael and all our transitional deacons as they continue their journey toward the priesthood and faithful service to the Church.

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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 July 5, followed by public veneration of the relics and events commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States.

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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FROM THE ARCHBISHOP

Archbishop Lori Homily: 14th Sunday, 250th Anniversary of the United States

Archbishop Lori Homily: 250th Independence Day

Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence

Archbishop Lori Homily: Priesthood Ordination

Archbishop Lori Homily: Mass for the Deaf Community

Child Protection, Accountability and Transparency

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