As we ordain these men to the priesthood this morning, and as look ahead to the ordinations slated in the next two years, we have reason to hope that soon, 20 new priests will be serving in the Archdiocese. Such a thing has not happened in here for nearly 75 years!Read More
Throughout the pandemic, I have offered Masses for an end to this virus, and I continue to do so. Trusting in God, and seeking the intercession of our Blessed Mother, we hope and pray that this too will pass, and pass soon.Read More
As you prepared for Today we celebrate the God who revealed himself as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. What God revealed to us about himself is not an abstract truth up in the clouds.your roles of leadership in the Order, you no doubt thought carefully about who your co-workers would be.Read More
Statement from Archbishop William Lori on shootings that occurred in Western Maryland on June 9: “With a heavy heart, I express my sorrow and sadness concerning the shooting that occurred in Western Maryland that took the lives of 3 individuals. The senseless violence and tragic loss of human life seem an incomprehensible reality that has...Read More
As we praise the Lord for his manifold works, let us rejoice and take heart. Not only has the Lord poured forth his blessings upon us, he has entrusted us with being stewards of our common home, the earth which his good Spirit renews through our care and concern.Read More
I cannot conclude these reflections without thanking you with all my heart – thanking your wonderful pastor, Father Literal, and his team of co-workers, thank school leadership and the lay leadership of the parish – together with so many good-hearted and talented volunteers – not merely for what you give to this parish but for...Read More
This morning I have the joy and privilege of ordaining nine men as deacons, nine men in priestly formation who, God willing, will be ordained priests next year.Read More
St. Bernadette now invites us to believe in the love that God has for us, the love that the Risen Lord offers each one of us personally, the love we experience when we seek the loving intercession of Mary.Read More