Archdiocese of Baltimore

09/06/2026

A New Aisle for New Beginnings

Someday, a bride will stand at the back of St. Michael (Poplar Springs), take a breath, and begin walking down the center aisle toward the person she is about to marry.

That center aisle does not exist today...but it likely will thanks to St. Michael's Come to the Table capital campaign.

A new center aisle is one of the many changes now taking shape as St. Michael undertakes a major renovation of its church, a project made possible by parishioners who have already pledged more than $2.3 million.

For Father Paul Sparklin, pastor, and the people of the St. Michael parish community, the renovation is about much more than updating a building. It is about creating a church that will serve Catholic families for generations.

The new center aisle may be one of the easiest ways to see that vision. Future brides will walk down it. Children will process through it for their First Communions. Families will gather for baptisms, confirmations and funerals. Week after week, parishioners will come together there to celebrate the Eucharist.

Those moments are what St. Michael’s parishioners are investing in.

Their generosity is transforming the church today, but the real impact of their gifts will be measured over decades, in sacraments celebrated, prayers offered, families formed and a Catholic community strengthened.

In a new video, Father Paul walks through St. Michael and shares the renovations now underway and the vision behind them.

As you watch, it is easy to see construction.

But it is even more powerful to imagine what comes next: a bride walking down a new center aisle, a family filling a pew, a child receiving a sacrament… and another generation finding a home in the Catholic Church.

More than $2.3 million has been pledged for St. Michael’s renovation, but parishioners are not simply renovating the church they inherited. They are preparing it for the people who will come after them.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COME TO THE TABLE CAMPAIGN HERE: https://www.smpschurch.org/come-to-the-table/

WATCH FATHER PAUL'S TOUR OF THE RENOVATIONS HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3KZnUE2-I0

09/05/2026

In gratitude for those who serve and protect our communities, we invite you to join us for a Blue Mass. 💙🙏

On Saturday, Sept. 13, at 11 a.m., we will gather at St. Joseph’s Monastery to pray for and with members of law enforcement and all those who serve our communities.

📍 St. Joseph’s Monastery
3801 Old Frederick Rd. at Monastery Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21229

Please join us as we ask God to bless and protect those who so faithfully answer the call to serve.

09/04/2026

You are invited to join Archbishop William E. Lori for a Mass observing the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The Mass is being held at 12:10 p.m. on September 11 at the Baltimore Basilica - America's First Cathedral.
The Mass will offer prayers for all who lost their lives, for first responders and their families and for peace in our nation and throughout the world.

09/04/2026

Please join us in giving thanks and praying for Sulpician Father Shawn Gould, president of St. Mary’s Seminary & University. 🙏

During his installation Mass, Father Gould received the university’s symbols of office — a mace and chain representing the responsibility entrusted to him and the institution he serves.

“With your help, and especially the love of the Holy Spirit,” he said, “I hope that I will not fail to wear them.”

May the Holy Spirit continue to guide Father Gould as he leads St. Mary’s Seminary & University and helps form future priests for the Church. ✨

Sulpician Father Shawn Gould received the university's symbols of office – a mace and a chain – during his installation Mass Sept. 2 as the fourth president of St. Mary's Seminary and University in Roland Park.

09/03/2026

A moment of gratitude and celebration for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. ✨

Archbishop William E. Lori will bestow Papal Honors from Pope Leo XIV upon 21 members of the laity, clergy and religious in recognition of their faithful service to the Church and our community.

Join us for Solemn Lauds and the conferral of these special honors on Sept. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore. Please join us in giving thanks for these dedicated servants of the Church! 🙏

Archbishop William E. Lori will bestow honors from Pope Leo XIV upon 21 members of the laity, clergy and religious of the Archdiocese of Baltimore for their service to the Church and community.

09/03/2026

Today we celebrate Pope St. Gregory I, patron saint of teachers and students. 🏫🎒📚

Pope St. Gregory, pray for us. 🙏

09/03/2026

As Catholics, we are called to accompany one another through every stage of life — including its final moments. 🙏

“In Joyful Hope: A Catholic End-of-Life Conference” is designed to help families navigate some of the difficult decisions surrounding end-of-life care through the lens of our Catholic faith.

Join us Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Louis Church in Clarksville.

Learn more, here:

A Catholic conference designed to help families navigate some of the most difficult decisions surrounding the end of life is coming to Clarksville.“In Joyful Hope: A Catholic End-of-Life Conference” will take place Sept. 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Louis in Clarksville.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Jennifer Robertson, Archbishop Spalding High School math teacher and the Archdiocese of Baltimore High School Teacher of the Year! 🍎📚

Through the gift of teaching, Jennifer helps her students grow while sharing in the important mission of Catholic education.

Join us in praying for Jennifer and for all of our Catholic school educators, that God may continue to bless and guide them as they form the hearts and minds of the next generation. 🙏

Read more: https://catholicreview.org/award-winning-teacher-finds-joy-in-students-growth/ Archbishop Spalding High School

Jennifer Robertson always wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. An elementary education major with a concentration in mathematics from New York, Robertson soon discovered that wasn’t the path God wanted for her.

09/02/2026

As a new school year begins, Archbishop William E. Lori shares a special message of encouragement and prayer for students, families, teachers and all who make our Catholic schools such vibrant communities of faith and learning. 🙏📚

Join us in praying for a wonderful school year filled with growth, friendship and a deeper relationship with Christ.

Read Archbishop Lori’s message: https://catholicreview.org/archbishop-lori-welcomes-students-to-wonderful-school-year/ Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Juliana D’Alessandro on being recognized as Teacher of the Year! 🍎📚

Her call to serve has found a home in Catholic education, where she shares her gifts with students and helps form hearts and minds.

Join us in praying for Juliana and for all of our Catholic school educators as they continue their important mission of teaching, inspiring and guiding the next generation. 🙏

Read more: https://catholicreview.org/a-call-to-serve-leads-juliana-dalessandro-to-teacher-of-the-year-honor/ St. Mark School Catonsville

After six years of teaching at St. Mark School in Catonsville, Juliana D’Alessandro has found her niche: upper elementary-age students – specifically fourth-grade students.