Holiday Features

Nigerian priest serving in Baltimore shares the story of his mother – his inspiration
May 12 2013
Father Godswill Agbagwa is very much aware of the importance of a mother.

On Easter, Archbishop urges Catholics to put the risen Christ at center of their lives
Mar 31 2013
Archbishop William E. Lori celebrated his first Easter Sunday Mass as Archbishop of Baltimore March 31.

At Easter pope calls Christians to be channels of mercy, justice, peace
Mar 31 2013
With Jesus’ resurrection “love has triumphed, Pope Francis said in his Easter message.

‘Oilers’ prepare for chrism Mass
Mar 22 2013
The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen has a unique ministry that centers around the Chrism Mass oil.

Make room for God, pray for peace, pope says in Christmas services
Dec 26 2012
Pope Benedict XVI urged people to think seriously about their faith at Christmas.

Parishes, schools, organizations spread goodwill, good news
Dec 25 2012
See more than 10 examples of parishes, schools and organizations giving back this holiday season.

St. Benedict parishioners spread Christmas cheer, help those in need
Dec 19 2012
A line wrapped around the corner and extended down the street from St. Benedict in Baltimore Dec. 16 as people waited to enter the parish.

Strength of faith comes from trusting God, pope says at audience
Dec 19 2012
Mary's role in the birth and life of Jesus shows all Christians that the strength of faith lies in trusting God.

Priest tells young artists their work inspires, ‘explains our faith’
Dec 16 2012
The artwork of youths inspires others.

Ravens spread Christmas cheer to homeless families in Baltimore County
Dec 15 2012
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith was joined by fellow players Ed Reed and Tyrod Taylor Dec. 14.

Christmas trees remind believers of light of Christ, pope says
Dec 14 2012
The light of Christ has not dimmed over the past 2,000 years, but Christians today have an obligation to resist attempts to extinguish it.

Mercy hospital and local choir spread good cheer and health
Dec 14 2012
Strains of “The First Noel” floated through the hallways of Mercy Medical Center’s critical care floor Dec. 8.

Bishops announce Christmas and New Year Mass Schedule
Dec 13 2012
Bishops serving the Archdiocese of Baltimore have announced their Mass schedules for Christmas and New Year’s.

What the Lord wants for Christmas
Dec 13 2012
As you read this column, you are probably in the throes of Christmas shopping. No doubt you’ve made your list and checked it twice – all in an effort to find appropriate gifts for spouses, children, friends and colleagues.

A survival kit for Christmas
Dec 06 2012
For years I would show up at various family gatherings with bags of presents. Today I mostly just bring love. It’s all we need, and what we are all looking for.