The Catholic Church is often perceived as being anti-education, anti-reason, and particularly, anti-science. The history of the church, however, paints a different picture. Last week, I examined a few episodes from church history demonstrating the emphasis Catholics placed on human rights. This week, I will review some instances of whenRead More

A Marist Poll survey commissioned by the Knights of Columbus found Pope Francis' favorability made significant gains among Catholics and among Americans overall in the wake of his Sept. 22-27 visit to the United States.Read More

May we be mindful of all religious serving in our archdiocese and give thanks to God for their selfless and faithful service.Read More

The president of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America said Oct. 13 that the organization's clinics will no longer accept reimbursement for fetal tissue procured in abortions and provided to researchers.Read More

October 16, 1978:The first balcony appearance of newly-elected Pope John Paul II (CNS File Photo)Where were you on October 16, 1978? I was between classes at college in Philadelphia when word came through the hallways that white smoke had been seen coming from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel.AfterRead More

The Little Sisters of the Poor have completed major renovations to the chapel at St. Martin's Home for the Aged in Catonsville.Read More

Members of the Synod of Bishops called for a tone and for language that is clear and simple.Read More

The seventh annual Archdiocese of Baltimore gala to support Catholic education paid tribute to a former schools superintendent Oct. 3.Read More