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News from Around the Archdiocese
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Baltimore’s O’Brien draws respect across party lines READ MORE
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REGISTER NOW TO VOTE
IN 2010 ELECTIONS
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You must be registered in order to vote in this fall’s elections,
which will include races for governor, U.S. House and Senate, and
the Maryland General Assembly. Basic requirements include
being an American citizen, a Maryland resident, and at least 18
years old by the next general election. The deadline to register
to vote in Maryland’s primary election is Tuesday, August
24. Visit www.elections.state.md.us or www.mdcathcon.org, or call
the Maryland State Board of Elections at 1-800-222-8683 to learn
more.
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Exciting new Baltimore radio show Provoke reflects contemporary social
issues from a religious perspective and illustrates how the principles we all
embrace can be lived out in everyday life. Tune in to Provoke every Sunday on
WBAL Radio, 1090 AM, at 10AM or visit www.provokeradio.com
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DINNER MAKES A
DIFFERENCE
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Research by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at
Columbia University has consistently found that the more often kids eat
dinner with their families, the less likely they are to smoke, drink or use
drugs. The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia
University’s Family Day – A Day to Eat Dinner with Your ChildrenTM is a
national movement that reminds parents that what your kids really want at
the dinner table is YOU! Family Day’s 10th Anniversary will be celebrated
nationwide on September 27, 2010. To learn more about Family Day and to
join parents all across America in taking the Family Day Pledge, log on to
www.CASAFamilyDay.org.
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Children whose parents have been incarcerated often need extra attention.
Spending one hour once a week for one year with a child can make a huge
difference in that child’s life. Apply and attend a two-hour training, become a
mentor, and gain a new young friend while making a difference! All it takes is
one hour, once a week, for one year. Mentors are screened and trained
before being matched with a child and assisted throughout the life of the
match. Contact Jessica Turral, Children of Incarcerated Parents Coordinator
with Notre Dame-AmeriCorps at Alternative Directions, Inc: 410-889-5072 or
jessicaturral@yahoo.com.
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Catholic Engaged
Encounter
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Catholic Engaged Encounter is an international program committed to
preparing couples for the sacrament of marriage. Engaged couples attend a
weekend retreat that fosters openness and communication through a series
of presentations, private reflection and dialog time. Catholic Engaged
Encounter is an approved marriage preparation program within the
Baltimore Archdiocese. Below is a list of upcoming retreat dates. 2010
Weekends: Jul 9-11, Oct 15-17, May 14-16, Aug 20-22, Nov 5-7, Jun 25-27,
Sept 17-19. For more information or to register for a weekend, please visit
our website at www.mdcee.org or call 410-439-4217.
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Have you considered religious life? The Sisters of Bon Secours invite you to
attend a Come and See Vocation Weekend at the Provincial House in
Marriottsville, Maryland. Learn about the lives of the Sisters. Experience one-
on-one discussions. Relax and reflect. Meet and share with other women
who are also exploring religious life. Visit their web site for more information
or to register for a weekend, www.bonsecoursvocations.org. Events in 2010:
October 23-24
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Pilgrimages:
- FATHER CORPARI PILGRIMAGE - On All Saints weekend (Oct 29-30) join Fr.
Sal Furnari, S.A.C. and St. Leo Church on a pilgrimage that includes the
Padre Pio Centre, Blue Army Shrine, Blessed Sacrament Parish and a rare
Fr. John Corapi ALL DAY Conference. Fr. Corapi will give four talks (2 in the
morning & 2 in the afternoon) and end the day with Mass, Trip includes;
deluxe motor coach transportation ,one night lodging , two meals {one
breakfast & one dinner} ,all sightseeing & admissions ,daily Mass & prayer ,
Pilgrimage Coordinator and more. Only $275 per person double occupancy.
For more information, call 410-802-5365.
- Italy Tour- Fr. Donald Sterling, pastor of New All Saints Church, invites you on
a spiritually inspiring & enriching 11-day pilgrimage to Venice, Florence,
Assisi & Rome on November 10-20, 2010. Visit the Basilica of St. Mar,
Vatican City, the Church of St. Calre, the Academia, the Basilica of St.
Anthony & more. Tour price of $2,399 per person double occupancy includes
air fare from Washington, DC, first class hotel accommodations, deluxe
motor coach & services of a professional tour escort & more. A deposit of
$300 is needed at the time of reservation. Call 410-542-0445 or email
asaints@archbalt.org or office@naschurch.org
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