A Mass for parishioners was held Thursday, March 14, at Holy Family parish, Flushing, to pray for the repose of their late pastor, Bishop Ignatius A. Catanello. Over 50 parishioners attended, as well as the children from the parish elementary school. Parishioners had the opportunity to pray beside the bishop’s casket and pay their final […]
Month: March 2013
Bishop Catanello Found Time for Everyone
by Joseph Donnelly Pat O’Brien portrayed Jerry Connolly in Angels with Dirty Faces. Spencer Tracy played Father Flanagan in Boys Town, and everybody’s favorite, Father O’Malley was Bing Crosby. All great actors in prodigious roles during an era when Hollywood glorified everyday heroes. A-list actors sought roles that celebrated clerics. Times have changed and there […]
Slide Show: Prayers for Bishop Catanello
Local Argentinian Priest, Sisters Rejoice Over Pope
While the world’s Catholics are rejoicing over the new Holy Father, Pope Francis, his election is even more momentous for Latin Americans, particularly those of Argentinian heritage.Among those bursting with pride is Father Francisco Walker, pastor of St. Agatha’s Church, Sunset Park, who was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, just like the new pope.
Argentinian Students Proud Their Heritage Is Recognized
by Antonina Zielinska As the world waited in anticipation for Rome to announce the name of the cardinal who would become supreme pontiff, three seniors of Argentinian heritage were finishing their school day at St. John’s Prep, Astoria. Merlina Rodas was at track practice when she stopped to watch the news following white smoke in […]
In Argentina, New Pope Aligned with the People
by David Agren BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (CNS) – Lawyer Diego Morales often walks past the Metropolitan Cathedral in this South American capital. He recently popped in, however, taking a moment for prayer and reflection and to give thanks for what was previously unthinkable: that local Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio would be elected pope. Many Argentines […]
Papal Coat of Arms Is Modified Episcopal Seal
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis’ papal motto is based on the Gospel account of “The Call of St. Matthew,” the tax collector, in a homily given by St. Bede the Venerable. The pope decided to keep his episcopal motto and coat of arms for his pontificate with just a few minor adjustments in line […]
Pope Francis Hopes for A Church for the Poor
by Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis said that “as things got dangerous” in the conclave voting, he was sitting next to his “great friend,” Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes “who comforted me.” When the former Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio went over the 77 votes needed to become pope, he said, Cardinal Hummes “hugged […]
On First Full Day, New Pope Prays and Pays
by Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis began his first full day as pope with an early morning act of Marian devotion – and by paying the bill at the clergy hotel where he had stayed before entering the conclave that elected him. The new pope left the Domus Sanctae Marthae at 8 […]
Cardinal Dolan: Pope’s Nationality is Gravy
by Carol Zimmermann VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Two U.S. cardinals described Pope Francis as an ideal choice to lead the Church in the modern world. “He is the perfect choice for this moment in the church,” said Washington Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl. New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. […]