Just behind St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Crofton, wetlands form the headwaters of Beaver Creek. But since both the church and the community predate storm water management systems, storm water runoff has eroded the creek’s banks. That storm water also picks up pollutants when it crosses impervious surfaces, such as parking lots.Read More

The Diocese of Rome has underlined that the sale of relics is sacrilegious, following media reports that bits of garments worn by Pope John Paul II were being sold online.Read More

The Holy Name Society elected two Baltimore men to the national office at its national convention in Philadelphia on Sept. 8.Read More

WASHINGTON – Though Indonesian Muslims may be hungry, thirsty and tired from Ramadan fasting, the “overwhelming need” to respond to victims of mid-September earthquakes is driving Indonesians to help, said a church aid worker. Muslims already are sacrificing during the monthlong fast, and now they will be helping people who have suffered from the damage...Read More