Statement of the Archdiocese of Washington on Father John Mattingly
Thursday, September 1, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – In January 2014 the Archdiocese of Washington contacted civil authorities and turned over information pertaining to an internal investigation of financial...
View ArticleMaria Bovich Awarded 2016 Distinguished Principal of the Year
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Maria Bovich, principal of Holy Redeemer School in College Park, Md., has been named the Archdiocese of Washington’s Distinguished Principal of the Year...
View ArticleArchdiocese of Washington Statement Regarding Former Parish Youth Ministries...
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 Recently, the pastor of St. Elizabeth’s parish in Rockville received a complaint regarding a case of alleged child sex abuse by Mr. Brian P. Werth, the parish’s youth...
View ArticleCardinal Wuerl Celebrates Mass of the Holy Spirit at The Catholic University...
Thursday, September 8, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington, celebrated a Mass of the Holy Spirit for The Catholic University of America’s community in the Basilica...
View ArticleCardinal Wuerl Commemorates One Year Anniversary of Papal Visit
Monday, September 26, 2016 Confers Papal Honors on individuals who planned and organized the papal visit to Washington WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington, commemorated...
View ArticleFour Catholic Schools in Archdiocese of Washington Receive National Education...
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Schools among only 50 private schools nationwide to be recognized with Blue Ribbon award WASHINGTON, D.C. – Four Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Washington were...
View ArticleLocal Legal Professionals Honored for Volunteer Service
Sunday, October 2, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Three local attorneys and one Washington D.C., law firm received this year’s Pro Bono Legal Service Awards for outstanding volunteer legal service to...
View ArticleCardinal Wuerl Celebrates Mass with Catholic Students from The George...
Monday, October 3, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington, celebrated a Mass on Sunday evening with the Catholic students at The George Washington University. The...
View ArticleStatement of Cardinal Donald Wuerl on the Appointment of Bishop Michael...
Tuesday, October 4, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Our Holy Father Pope Francis has once again shown his love and care for the Church in our country with the appointment of the Most Reverend Michael Burbidge...
View ArticleStatement of Cardinal Donald Wuerl on three U.S. Bishops named to the College...
Sunday, October 9, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – It is with great joy that I received the news of the Holy Father’s announcement today of the elevation of three American brother bishops to the College of...
View ArticleHoly Rosary Parish Celebrates 50th Anniversary and Makes $25,000 Gift to...
Monday, October 17, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Catholic community of Holy Rosary in Upper Marlboro, Md. celebrates their fiftieth anniversary this year. Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington...
View ArticleCardinal Wuerl Celebrates Feast of Saint John Paul II with a Reflection on Mercy
Monday, October 24, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington, celebrated Mass on Saturday to commemorate the feast day of Saint John Paul II. The Mass was celebrated at...
View ArticleSt. Jude’s Parish in Rockville Celebrates 60 Years of Faith
Monday, October 24, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Catholic community of the Shrine of Saint Jude in Rockville celebrates their 60th Anniversary this year. Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington,...
View ArticleWe are all called to Holiness, says Cardinal Wuerl
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 “No one says it is easy, but through faith, perseverance, prayer and love, by the grace of God, we can grow in holiness in our lives until that day we arrive at full communion...
View ArticleCelebrating Black Catholic History Month, Archdiocese of Washington...
Monday, November 14, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Each November, the Catholic Church commemorates Black Catholic History Month and celebrates the rich history and proud heritage of Black Catholics. In the...
View ArticleStatement of Cardinal Donald Wuerl on the Appointment of Monsignor Mark...
December 5, 2016 “The announcement that our Holy Father, Pope Francis, has named Monsignor Mark Brennan as an auxiliary bishop in our neighboring archdiocese is a tribute to his faithful and fruitful...
View ArticleSt. Benedict the Moor Parish in Washington Celebrates 70 Years of Faith in...
Monday, December 12, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Catholic community of St. Benedict the Moor in Washington is celebrating their parish’s 70th anniversary this year. On Sunday, December 11, Cardinal...
View ArticleHundreds of Local Catholics Processed D.C. Streets in Honor of Mary
“Walk with Mary” pilgrimage celebrated rich cultural diversity of local Catholic community Monday, December 12, 2016 WASHINGTON D.C. — On Saturday, December 10, more than a thousand local area...
View ArticleStatement of Cardinal Donald Wuerl on the Appointment of Bishop Edward J....
December 13, 2016 “It is indeed a joy to hear that our Holy Father Pope Francis has entrusted the Church of Dallas to Juneau Bishop Edward Burns. From his time in Pittsburgh as a priest, as rector of...
View ArticleCardinal Wuerl Celebrates Mass for 50 Years of Priesthood and Attends...
Monday, December 19, 2016 WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Sunday, Cardinal Donald Wuerl, archbishop of Washington, commemorated the 50th anniversary of his ordination with a celebration of Mass at the Cathedral...
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