When describing Pope Saint John XXIII, 20th-century American theologian John Courtney Murray called him “the Pope of the Question Mark.” In many ways, the same phrase can be applied to His Holiness, Pope Francis. This pontiff can be difficult to understand and incredibly difficult to pin down.
Month: May 2019
Religious Repression Unabated in China
In a recent article, a columnist from The New York Times wrote: “China is engaging in internment, monitoring or persecution of Muslims, Christians and Buddhists on a scale almost unparalleled by a major nation in three-quarters of a century.”
The Priest’s Call ‘To Be Another Christ’
As we look toward the priestly ordinations on June 1, my thoughts turn toward all those I have ordained to the priesthood since I have been the Bishop of Brooklyn. I have been fortunate to be able to impose hands on 88 men for the service of the faithful of Brooklyn and Queens.
Sports Round-Up June 1
St. Francis Prep enjoyed a special night at Citi Field on May 22 as the school community gathered for a New York Mets game.
Father Keating, the New Economo, Will Be Caretaker of Diocesan Finances and Budgeting
Father Patrick Keating has been appointed by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio as the new Economo of the Brooklyn Diocese.
French Senate Passes Bill for Preservation of Notre Dame’s Original State
After an April 15 fire ravaged the cathedral, resulting in the collapse of its famed spire and rooftop, debate has ensued over whether the restoration efforts would possibly include a modern redesign or whether it will be rebuilt to reflect the last iteration of the 12th century structure.
Nearly 80 Percent of Canadians Think Church Doing ‘Poor Job’ on Abuse
The poll issued by the Angus Reid Institute, Canada’s leading non-profit polling institute, surveyed 1,611 Canadian participants on the Church’s handling of abuse in their country.
In New Interview, Pope Francis Says He ‘Knew Nothing’ About McCarrick
McCarrick was removed from the college of cardinals last year, after he was alleged to have abused both minors and seminarians.
McCarrick Correspondence Confirms Restrictions, Speaks to Wuerl and China
Correspondence obtained by Crux from an ex-aide to Theodore McCarrick, the former cardinal laicized over charges of sexual misconduct and abuse, confirms that restrictions on McCarrick were imposed by the Vatican in 2008.
War Heroes Remembered at Field Mass at St. John Cemetery
On a warm, sunny and solemn Memorial Day, more than 100 faithful gathered at St. John Cemetery in Middle Village for the diocese’s annual field Mass.