Catholic Review

The Catholic Review stands as Maryland's largest weekly newspaper that operates on a paid subscription model and is delivered by mail. This publication focuses on news that resonates with the Catholic community, covering both national and international stories. It serves as the official newspaper for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. The Catholic Review is the modern continuation of the original diocesan newspaper, The Catholic Mirror, which was established in 1833 and ran until 1908. After a gap of five and a half years, the Baltimore Catholic Review was launched under the leadership of James Cardinal Gibbons, who was then Archbishop of Baltimore. Eventually, it was renamed to the more concise title, The Catholic Review.

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Pope Francis' approach to key issues did not fit neatly in U.S. politics, experts say

1 day ago | catholicreview.org | Kate Scanlon

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Pope Francis’ approach to key issues including his concern for the environment, immigration and abortion did not fit neatly into American political ideologies, Catholic political and theology experts told OSV News. Pope Francis, formerly Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, died April 21 at age 88, a little more than a month after marking his 12th anniversary as pontiff.
Trump plans to attend Pope Francis' funeral; orders US flags flown at half staff

2 days ago | catholicreview.org | Kate Scanlon

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump plan to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, he said April 21. He also directed federal flags be flown at half-staff in the late pontiff’s honor.
Pope’s Jesuit identity had profound impact on parishes, schools

2 days ago | catholicreview.org | George P. Matysek

Inside St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, a towering statue of St. Ignatius Loyola depicts the founder of the Society of Jesus – the Jesuits – standing triumphantly with his foot planted on the neck of a figure personifying the heresies of his time. Yet, while St. Ignatius is often remembered for his role in confronting error, Jesuit Father Stephen Spahn emphasizes that his true legacy was rooted in pastoral care, not polemics.
Pope dealt with breathing difficulty, abdominal surgery, mobility issues

2 days ago | catholicreview.org | Cindy Wooden

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis, who had undergone surgery in 1957 to remove the upper lobe of his right lung after suffering a severe respiratory infection, was particularly susceptible to colds and bouts of bronchitis as he aged. Pope Francis died April 21 after suffering a stroke and heart attack, said the director of Vatican City State’s department of health services. The pope had also gone into a coma.
Pastor mundial: De palabra y obra, el Papa predicó la misericordia y la solidaridad

3 days ago | catholicreview.org | Cindy Wooden

CIUDAD DEL VATICANO (CNS) — El Papa Francisco, quien falleció el 21 de abril a la edad de 88 años, energizó a millones de católicos — y causó preocupación para algunos — al transformar la imagen del pontificado en un ministerio pastoral basado en encuentros personales y fuertes convicciones sobre la pobreza, la misión y el diálogo. El cardenal estadounidense Kevin J. Farrell, camarlengo de la Santa Iglesia Romana, anunció que el Papa Francisco había fallecido a las 7:35 de la mañana.
White House, U.S. political leaders react to death of Pope Francis

3 days ago | catholicreview.org | Kate Scanlon

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — President Donald Trump, officials in his administration and other U.S. political leaders issued statements expressing condolences for Pope Francis after the pontiff’s death April 21 at age 88. “Rest in Peace Pope Francis!” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social. “May God Bless him and all who loved him!”Trump also ordered flags be flown at half-staff in memory of Pope Francis at public buildings, military posts, naval stations and ships, and embassies.
Archbishop Lori encourages Catholics to attend April 21 Mass in memory of Pope Francis

3 days ago | catholicreview.org | George P. Matysek

As the global Catholic Church mourns the passing of Pope Francis, Archbishop William E. Lori is calling on the faithful across the Archdiocese of Baltimore to come together in prayer and remembrance. A special Mass honoring the late pontiff will be held April 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Homeland. Pope Francis died earlier that day at the age of 88.
Pope's funeral rites, a celebration of hope, to begin late April 21

3 days ago | catholicreview.org | Cindy Wooden

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis’ funeral rites, like those for any pope or any Christian, are meant to “reinforce the hope and witness to the faith” that those who have been baptized in Christ “will rise with him to new life.”The prayer rituals for the formal recognition of his death April 21, his funeral and eight memorial Mass are designed as moments not of mourning but of prayers for his eternal rest in heaven and for the church.
Lessons of suffering in the 'Stabat Mater'

3 days ago | catholicreview.org | Jaymie Stuart Wolfe

The notes are difficult and unpredictable, the rhythms complex and confusing. Rossini’s “Stabat Mater” is the hardest thing I’ve ever sung by a longshot. But it’s worth the effort, even if you’re not much of a Rossini or classical music fan. That’s because what the “Stabat Mater” conveys, the sorrows of Mary witnessing the crucifixion of her son, is worth pondering. Originating sometime in the 13th century, this poem spread throughout the church quickly.
Rebuilt Brick Chapel in St. Mary’s City with its new interior features highlights Maryland as a birthplace of religious freedom

6 days ago | catholicreview.org | Mark Zimmermann

Historical archaeologist Henry Miller says that the reconstructed 1667 Brick Chapel in Historic St. Mary’s City, Maryland “is a small building in a small part of the world.” But in a talk on April 12, 2025, he added “that building contains a huge story of state, national and international significance.” A major milestone for the Brick Chapel – a landmark of faith that symbolizes Maryland’s status as a birthplace of religious freedom in the United States – unfolded that day, as the chapel’s...