In anticipation of Holy Week, youth from St. Finbar Church, Bath Beach/Bensonhurst, presented a Passion Play in church on Friday, March 18.
Month: March 2016
Martyrdom No Longer A Thing of the Past
When I was a school kid, we were told that we probably would not have to give up our lives because we were Christians. At the time, it seemed like the age of martyrdom had passed. How times have changed! Today, anyone who professes a belief in Jesus as Lord will likely be discriminated against, and in some cases, may have their lives in danger.
Divine Mercy Sunday Observances
In this Year of Mercy, the Feast of Divine Mercy will be observed with special events at various diocesan parishes, especially those with Holy Doors.
Developing a Sacramental Spirituality
My dear brothers and sisters in the Lord, This is the full text of Bishop DiMarzio’s homily from the Chrism Mass celebrated at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral, Prospect Heights, on Tuesday, March 22.
Chrism Mass celebrated at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral
Scenes from the Chrism Mass at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral include Bishop DiMarzio mixing Chrism oil; Deacon Marcial Thomas, who will be ordained a priest in June, presents the Chrism oil to Bishop DiMarzio; priests of the diocese renew their promises; and more.
Christ Is Risen
The Tablet wishes our readers a Blessed Easter. May the Risen Lord bless you and your families.
Memorial Mass April 1 for Nuns Killed in Yemen
A memorial Mass for the four Missionary of Charity Sisters who were killed in Yemen will be held at Our Lady of Victory Church of St. Martin de Porres parish, Bedford-Stuyvesant, on Friday, April 1 at 5 p.m.
Youth Views: What does Easter mean to you?
Easter is that time of the year when we acknowledge the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It isn’t supposed to be a somber day but a joyful day knowing that God loves us so much that He sent His Son to set us free.
Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in HHS Mandate Case
During oral arguments March 23 at the Supreme Court, attorneys on both sides of the Affordable Care Act’s contraceptive requirement examined how the mandate either violates or strikes a balance with religious freedom.
Tablet TALK: Stations and Fish Fry Prepare for Holy Week
This week’s Tablet Talk highlights Glendale youth preparing for Easter, two exceptional ladies from Jamaica and Whitestone, devotional events for the Feast of Divine Mercy and much more.