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The Metropolitan Archdiocese of Baltimore is the premier see of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States.

The archdiocese comprises the City of Baltimore and 9 of Maryland's 23 counties in the central and western portions of the state: Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Harford, Howard, and Washington.

The archdiocese is the metropolitan see of the larger regional Ecclesiastical Province of Baltimore.

The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with more than 1.27 billion members worldwide.

As one of the oldest religious institutions in the world, it has played a prominent role in the history of Western civilisation.

Headed by the Bishop of Rome, known as the Pope, the church's doctrines are summarised in the Nicene Creed.

Its central administration is located in the Vatican City, enclaved in Rome, Italy.

In monotheism, God is conceived of as the Supreme Being and principal object of faith.

The concept of God as described by most theologians includes the attributes of omniscience (infinite knowledge), omnipotence (unlimited power), omnipresence (present everywhere), divine simplicity, and as having an eternal and necessary existence.

Many theologians also describe God as being omnibenevolent (perfectly good) and all loving.

Love is a variety of different feelings, states, and attitudes that ranges from interpersonal affection ("I love my mother") to pleasure ("I loved that meal").

It can refer to an emotion of a strong attraction and personal attachment.

Love can also be a virtue representing human kindness, compassion, and affection—"the unselfish loyal and benevolent concern for the good of another".

It may also describe compassionate and affectionate actions towards other humans, one's self or animals.