In 1701, Charles Carrol, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, purchased land in Annapolis. In 1821 he transferred part of his property for a church and two years later St. Mary’s opened. Today, members of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, the Redemptorists, serve over 7,500 parishioners and support over 60 ministries. St. Mary’s has wonderfully been my parish for over 20 years. May you have a blessed day full of hope and love.