Deacon Jerome H. Krebs, 89, a retired deacon of the diocese, died Dec. 18. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Dec. 21 at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church, Ridgewood.
Month: December 2017
Nativity Scene Display Reflects One Couple’s World View
For Roger and Marguerite Sullivan of Washington, Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year.
Francis Celebrates 81st Birthday with Pizza Party
Celebrating his 81st birthday, Pope Francis blew out the candles on a 13-foot long pizza after being serenaded with song and dance by children and employees from a Vatican pediatric clinic.
Deacon Is Charged
Deacon Jaime Pinzón, of St. Joan of Arc parish, Jackson Heights, was arrested Dec. 15 and has been charged in connection with an alleged incident involving a woman on the subway.
Pope Says Journalists Should Stick to the Facts
People need factual and trustworthy news that avoids sensationalism and whipping up heated reactions, Pope Francis said.
Vatican Issues New Guides For Veneration of Relics
Only relics that have been certified as authentic can be exposed for veneration by the faithful, said a new Vatican instruction.
Christmas Tree in Prague
A Christmas tree is illuminated Dec. 18 as people visit the traditional Christmas market at the Old Town Square in Prague.
Pope Says: Christmas Cheer Can Warm Coldest Hearts
Christmas joy expressed through music brings a message of peace and brotherhood for those most in need, Pope Francis said.
In Santa Claus, Ind., Parish Is Named for St. Nicholas
Belief in that iconic Christmas figure, the rotund merry man with a bag full of presents, inspires thousands of children to write letters addressed to “Santa Claus” each year.
Guadalupe for All
Dear Editor: What wonderful coverage you have given (Dec. 9 and 16) of the celebrations for La Guadalupana, both in Mexico and here in Brooklyn. It is impressive to read that this feast is celebrated by many groups of Hispanics and not just persons of Mexican descent.