May 3, 2012 - Archdiocese of Baltimore

It seems like only yesterday that I was soliciting names for my column in this venerable Catholic paper, so quickly has the time passed.

Have you ever had an experience that was so amazing that you were lost for words?

The date was Jan. 4, 1889, the occasion the last day of the of what was the first Black Catholic Lay Congress.

Destined to haul in cash at the box office, the ensemble adventure "Marvel's The Avengers" will not disappoint fans.