The former adjunct professor who confronted pro-life students at an information table at Hunter College and was then charged with menacing a New York Post reporter with a machete last spring has apparently found a new teaching job.
Month: September 2023
CARA Study Shows Positive Signs of Catholic Belief in Eucharist, But Underscores Need for Revival
Almost two-thirds of Catholics believe in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, but only 17% of adult Catholics physically attend Mass at least once per week, according to a newly published survey from Georgetown University’s Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate. The survey also revealed a high correlation between belief in the Eucharist and weekly or even monthly Mass attendance.
Ukrainian Bishop Tells Colorado Organization Prayer is ‘Most Important Help’ for His Country
Nearly 30 years ago, a Catholic priest from Ukraine visited Colorado Springs and forged a lifelong friendship with a local pastor — a relationship that led to the creation of a nonprofit dedicated to helping the Ukrainian Catholic Church rebuild after decades of Soviet oppression.
The Military Services Archdiocese: Looking for a Few Good Catholic Young Adults
The familiar military recruitment slogan “Uncle Sam Wants You!” could be replaced for Catholic young adults with “Team Saint Paul Wants You!” since the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, is hoping to get new recruits to serve as missionaries at U.S. military installations.
Archbishop Molloy Gala Honors Late Head Coach Jack Curran
Already entrenched in the mission and culture of the school, the legacy of late Archbishop Molloy H.S., Briarwood, coach Jack Curran has added a new chapter.
Obituaries, Week of September 30, 2023
Sister Mary Elizabeth Kelly, CSJ
Letters to the Editor Week of September 30, 2023
A Thank You to the Diocese, Hooray to Father Lauder, The Time Has Come, Knowing the Full Story, Beautiful Story on Family’s Beatification, Fascinating Piece on the Pope and the Church in Mongolia
Value of Catholic Journalism Celebrated
On Saturday Sept. 23, a Mass to stress the importance of Catholic journalism was celebrated at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Prospect Heights by Bishop Robert Brennan; it was concelebrated by Bishop Emeritus Nicholas DiMarzio; Msgr. Sean Ogle, chairman of the board of DeSales Media Group, the ministry that produces The Tablet; and Father Christopher Heanue, rector of the co-cathedral.
A Different Type of Book By Catholic Writer Jon Hassler
I have just finished a book by Jon Hassler, who is one of my favorite novelists. I have referred to his novels in the course on the Catholic novel that I give at St. John’s University and also in the series of 50 lectures that I did on the Catholic novel and that are available on YouTube.
Called to Be Firm in Our Decision to Follow God
Welcome to October! As the leaves change and the sunset gets earlier and earlier, we’re reminded by nature that our time on this earth is limited.