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Archbishop Lori Homily

June 21, 2014

Ordination to the Priesthood 2014

Deacons James Boric, Ross Conklin, Andrew DeFusco, Joseph Langan, Canisius Tah My brother Bishops, priests, and deacons, dear Religious, family members and friends of our candidates for ordination, and especially you: James, Ned, Andrew, Joseph, and Canisius, so soon to be ordained to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ: Introduction: The Vinegrower Is God Himself “It...
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June 21, 2014

Fortnight for Freedom

Introduction: Charles Carroll of Carrollton Still standing and beautifully restored is the home of Charles Carroll of Carrollton, the only Catholic to sign the Declaration of Independence. On his estate, Doughoregan Manor, (located about 30 minutes from Baltimore) there is a lovely chapel made necessary by the fact that in colonial Maryland it was illegal...
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June 5, 2014

Catholic Review Column: The Joy of the Gospel, Part 8 of 9

As almost everyone knows, Pope Francis lives at a Vatican guest residence known as “The House of St. Martha.” Early in the morning he can be found in the chapel of that residence praying. He then celebrates holy Mass in the residence chapel for those who are staying there, at which he delivers a brief...
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June 1, 2014

Solemnity of the Ascension

Introduction Today, dear friends, we celebrate the mystery of the Lord’s Ascension into heaven. The Ascension is an article of faith that we proclaim every Sunday in the Nicene Creed when we say, “He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.” When we profess this article of the Faith...
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May 22, 2014

Baccalaureate Mass at St. Mary’s High School, Annapolis

Introduction: At Commencement Father Tizio and Brother Priests, Dr. Morgan, Mr. Reinhart, members of the faculty, honored guests, dear parents and grandparents, and today, especially, dear graduates: It is a joy for me to celebrate this Baccalaureate Mass with and for you in this special place which has become for you a second home, and...
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May 22, 2014

Catholic Review Column: The Joy of the Gospel, Part 7 of 9

Not long ago, I visited with a fellow bishop who oversees a very large diocese. By all appearances it is bustling. It has many parishes, schools, social service agencies and hospitals. Vocations to the priesthood are on the uptick. Fundraising is at record levels. But that bishop is not content. “This is mission territory,” he...
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May 10, 2014

Ordination of Deacons

Introduction Brother Bishops, Priests and Deacons, dear Religious, Seminarians of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and beyond, families and friends of our candidates for Ordination, and especially you who are so soon to be ordained: Christopher, William, Joshua, and Francis: The Lord Jesus, in the Gospel, says to us, and to you, today: “The Son of...
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May 10, 2014

4th Sunday of Easter A – St. William of York

Introduction I am delighted to be with you this afternoon. For one thing, I’ve served in three dioceses but only the Archdiocese of Baltimore has a parish named for my patron saint, St. William of York! I had hoped to take part in the 100th anniversary on Pentecost Sunday; unfortunately a sudden change of schedule...
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May 8, 2014

Catholic Review Column: The Joy of the Gospel, Part 6 of 9

In our daily work, we all face temptations. Sometimes it’s the temptation to get ahead at any cost. At other times, there are temptations to take short cuts. Then there is the temptation to give in to discouragement when things don’t go as they should. In the second part of his exhortation, “Evangelii Gaudium” (The...
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May 4, 2014

Dedication of St. Joseph-on-Carrollton Manor Parish Church

Introduction Let me begin with words of appreciation for the leadership, participation & generosity of you, the lay faithful, of this parish of St. Joseph-on-Carrollton Manor. What a day of joy as we bless and dedicate this beautiful new home for a growing family of faith! How grateful we are to the planners, architects, &...
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April 24, 2014

Catholic Review Column: The Spiritual Fatherhood of St. John Paul II

Years ago, while serving as Cardinal James A. Hickey’s priest-secretary in the Archdiocese of Washington, I had the privilege of joining a small number of priests who concelebrated an early morning Mass in Pope John Paul II’s private chapel. Afterward, the Holy Father greeted each of us as our picture was taken. Of all the...
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April 20, 2014

Easter Sunday 2014

Introduction: Is There Anything New Under the Sun? Soon after Christmas, I came across a well-known passage from the Old Testament. It is found in the Book of Ecclesiastes and it goes this way: “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity!” (Ecclesiastes, 1:2) This passage goes on to say: “There is nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes...
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