Four Diocese of Brooklyn Catholic schools and a church’s faith formation program were honored at the diocese’s annual World Mission Sunday Mass for their fundraising efforts to support mission dioceses worldwide.
Author: Alexandra Moyen
Young Adult Group Hosts Talk on Newly Canonized Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati
Young adults gathered at St. Anselm Church in Bay Ridge for a discussion on St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, led by Father James Kuroly. The event explored the modern-day relevance of the newly canonized saint’s faith, friendship, and joy — inspiring attendees to live their Catholic faith actively in the world.
Our Lady of Hope 7th Graders Honor Veterans Through Art and Storytelling in Queens
On Sept. 23, 40 seventh grade students shared breakfast with 14 veterans, during which the students learned about the veterans’ experiences, sacrifices, and service.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Queens Named Diocesan Shrine of Saint Carlo Acutis
Fourteen-year-old Logan Juntereal is a parishioner at St. Nicholas of Tolentine in Jamaica, but made the trip to celebrate Mass at the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Bayside to celebrate the establishment of the Diocesan Shrine of Saint Carlo Acutis in the parish. He shared his excitement for the day and expressed his admiration for St. Carlo Acutis, who he called a modern-day embodiment of what it means to be a “true person” faithful to the Catholic church.
Far Rockaway, Queens Parish Vandalized for Second Time in 4 Days: ‘We’re Under Attack’
Father Francis Shannon said he was shocked to find out that St. Mary Star of the Sea Church was vandalized on Oct. 5 — the third time in one week that his parish, which also includes St. Gertrude Church, was targeted.
Long Island Community Commemorates Two Years Since Oct. 7 Hamas Attacks
Before Oct. 7, 2023, Aviv Lapid described where she lived in Israel as being just a five-minute run from the Gaza Strip. Two years later, Lapid now refers to the space as “the distance between Hamas terrorists and my house.” Lapid told her story at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County on Oct. 5 during a commemoration ceremony marking two years since the Hamas attacks.
Queens Students Continue Pope Francis’ Environmental Mission With Tree Planting
ASTORIA — On the front lawn of St. John’s Preparatory High School, a new symbol of hope is taking root — a tree dedicated to the late Pope Francis, who championed environmentalism throughout his 12-year pontificate. The dedication was led by the Ladies of Charity USA, part of the International Association of Charities (AIC), which […]
Flatbush Couple Celebrates 50 Years of Marriage Built on Prayer and Catholic Tradition
On Aug. 28, Jules and Leonie Pierre-Louis celebrated 50 years of marriage, a union they agree has always been built on their shared Catholic faith.
Diocese of Brooklyn Celebrates Gift of Marriage With Vow Renewal Mass
Henry and Mary Macchiaroli were one of 38 couples at Holy Family Church in Fresh Meadows on Sept. 27 for the annual Diocese of Brooklyn Wedding Anniversary Mass.
Holy Mole: Sauce a Divine Mix of Mexican History, Legend, and Flavor
According to historical accounts, mole poblano was created by Dominican Sister Andrea of the Assumption in Puebla, Mexico.