Msgr. William J. Rodgers, the first black man ordained for and in the Diocese of Brooklyn, died Jan. 21 at Queen of Peace Residence, Queens Village, where he had been living and serving as chaplain. He was 95.
Month: January 2018
Sister Mary Ann Chiasson, S.C.
Sister Mary Ann Chiasson, S.C., a Sister of Charity-Halifax for 71 years, died Jan. 11 at New Waterford Hospital in Nova Scotia. She was 91.
Sister Gertrude Caroline Gillis, S.C.
Sister Gertrude Caroline Gillis, S.C., a Sister of Charity-Halifax for 82 years, died at Mount St. Vincent, Wellesley Hills, Mass., Jan. 18. She was 105.
US Bishops Support Moves To Protect Conscience Rights
New policies put in place by the civil rights office of the federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) won praise from two former presidents of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Under Fire in Congo
At least six people were killed during demonstrations across the country against delayed elections and Congolese President Joseph Kabila.
Flu Season Precautions
Parishes in Brooklyn and Queens have been notified that Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio has suspended the distribution of the precious blood of Jesus to the faithful because of the severe outbreak of the flu.
Seminar Explores Historical, Theological, Pastoral Aspects of Eucharistic Adoration
Join noted author James Monti for “I Am With You Always,” a eucharistic adoration seminar at St. Joseph’s Seminary, Yonkers, on Friday, Feb. 16, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
‘A Time of Grace’ Lenten Mission
Augustinian Father Michael P. Sullivan will lead a parish retreat at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Midwood, Feb. 18-21.
Three HS Hoops Stars Named All-Americans
Catholic high school seniors Jordan Nixon, Emily Engstler and Moses Brown will play in the 2018 McDonald’s High School All-American basketball games.
The Pope In Chile
Photos from Pope Francis’ trip to Chile