Religion Archives - Nottingham MD

Mahmoud v. Taylor: SCOTUS says school policy barring opt-outs for LGBTQ books violates religious rights, Maryland officials respond

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Supreme Court on Friday sided with a group of religious parents seeking to exempt their elementary school children from classroom engagement with LGBTQ-themed books, marking another significant legal victory for religious interests at the nation’s highest court. In a decision that further blurs the traditional separation between secular education and religious belief, the court ruled that a suburban […]

Board of Public Works approves $950 million for projects across Maryland

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman, Gov. Wes Moore, and Treasurer Dereck Davis approved 95 initiatives representing a total expenditure of more than $ 950 million during Wednesday’s meeting of the Board of Public Works. During the meeting, the Board approved a new 10-year lease to relocate one of the Office of the Comptroller’s 11 regional branch offices from Elkton in […]

U.S., Maryland flags lowered to half-staff in honor of Pope Francis

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. and Maryland flags are being lowered to half-staff to honor the late Pope Francis, who died early Monday morning after suffering a stroke and heart failure. The proclamation from President Donald Trump reads as follows: As a mark of respect for the memory of His Holiness Pope Francis, by the authority vested in me as President of the […]

Pope Francis Memorial Mass Baltimore 20250421

Archbishop Lori issues statement on passing of Pope Francis, memorial Mass to be held on Monday

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

This story has been updated to include quotes from Councilman David Marks, Delegate Ryan Nawrocki, and Governor Wes Moore. BALTIMORE, MD—Baltimore Archbishop William Lori said on Monday that he was saddened to learn of the passing of Pope Francis and that he hopes to attend his funeral. Pope Francis died at 1:35 a.m. EDT on April 21, 2025 at the […]

12th annual Fish Fry events return to St. John the Evangelist in Hydes

Posted on March 7, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

HYDES, MD—An annual Lenten tradition returns to Hydes this year. The Knights of Columbus Long Green Council #8736 will host the 12th annual Fish Fry at St. John the Evangelist Church Hall in Hydes. The Fish Fry events will occur on Friday, March 21 and Friday, April 11, 2025 from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. The diverse, Lenten menu includes […]

Baltimore County Police Department to mark 2024 Faith and Blue Weekend with community events

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—As part of the fifth annual National Faith and Blue Weekend, the Baltimore County Police Department will participate in several events and activities throughout Baltimore County from October 11 to 14. The events will involve people of all ages, religions, and congregations, according to the department. “Nationwide, Faith and Blue Weekend has been embraced by law enforcement and religious […]

Middle River church invites community to special World Mental Health Day mass

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—In observance of World Mental Health Day on Thursday, October 10, Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Middle River is inviting the community to its first-ever special St. Dymphna mass, led by Father Patrick Besel. The event will take place at 7:00 p.m. and will mark the launch of the parish’s new Mental Health Ministry, aimed […]

Councilman Marks endorses zoning change to support church in Middle River

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

MIDDLE RIVER, MD—Baltimore County Councilman David Marks on Wednesday announced that he will support a zoning change that will allow the Redeemed Christian Church of God – Life Center to continue operating at its campus at 9750 Bird River Road (Issue 5-076) in Middle River. By changing the zoning from CB to RO, the church will be in compliance with […]

Tag: Religion