Like the saints of Baltimore, you, our jubilarians, have set your sights, not on earthly power, money, pleasure, or success – but rather on the Kingdom of Heaven, the Kingdom of Mercy, which Jesus came to inaugurate in our midst.Read More

Threats to human dignity are all around us: from war and destruction in Ukraine and the relentless pace of murder in Baltimore City, to the chronically homeless spending cold winter nights sleeping on streets and the impact of the sin of racism on the lives of children and families of color.Read More

Let me renew my warmest welcome to all of you who have come together in this Cathedral Church for the Rite of Election.Read More

This afternoon, we gather in remembrance of a shared history. We gather to remember the formerly enslaved who are buried here – formerly enslaved because the Lord in his love has set them free – from the shackles unjustly placed upon them.Read More

In calling us back to our origins, Lent propels us forward to share more fully in Christ’s redeeming love.Read More

Today, I want to thank all the healthcare professional who are taking part in this Mass for your expertise, your devoted service, and your strong faith.Read More

It helps you develop your gifts and talents as individuals but also trains you to be part of a team – how to be “One Body in Christ” – how to put your gifts and talents at the service of others and at the service of the Church.Read More

The light that flows through us is not our own creation. It is neither our own goodness nor our eloquence that we are called to reflect.Read More