This past weekend, our church celebrated two great events: Pentecost, which marks the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus, and the beatification of Archbishop Oscar Romero, who was beatified in San Salvador where he served as archbishop until his assassination in 1980. Not coincidentally, our Holy Father, Pope...Read More

Introduction Thank you so much for being here. In particular, I want to thank Father Patrick Carrion who oversees cemeteries in the Archdiocese of Baltimore. I also want to thank my brother Knights of Columbus for your presence this morning and for your constant support. For a few moments, let’s reflect on Memorial Day. It...Read More

Introduction On this beautiful day when we open our hearts anew to the Holy Spirit we also celebrate the Beatification of Archbishop Oscar Romero. This morning, as we speak, he is being beatified in San Salvador where he served as Archbishop until he was killed in his Cathedral in 1980. How grateful we are to...Read More

Introduction I’m delighted to celebrate this long-delayed closing Mass to mark the 100th Anniversary of St. Rose of Lima Parish. Please accept my warmest congratulations on reaching this milestone and my warmest thanks for all that this parish family does in service to its parishioners and the surrounding community. With you I want to thank...Read More

Introduction On this very special day, the Lord Jesus calls you and me his friends. What joy that should bring to all of us – to be the friends of Jesus. What a precious gift friendship is. We may have many acquaintances but only a few really good friends. Jesus is truly our friend: he...Read More

Introduction It’s a joy for me to celebrate Mass here at St. Alphonsus today, especially on the Solemnity of the Ascension. Please accept my warmest thanks for your spirit of fidelity and service especially for the poor and needy well beyond the boundaries of the parish. You are ably and lovingly led here at St....Read More

The recent events in Baltimore have prompted myriad opinions and possible solutions to the underlying problems that surfaced after the death of Freddie Gray Jr. It’s worth noting before going any further that it shouldn’t have taken his untimely death for these serious, systemic and degrading conditions – lack of education options, insufficient housing, racial...Read More

Introduction Today, of course, is Mother’s Day, when we all take a moment to express our gratitude to our mothers, both living and deceased. I am happy to wish all the Mothers who are here today a very happy day and during this Mass I ask God to bless you abundantly for the love you...Read More