by Antonina Zielinska Catholics from New York State gathered in Albany, March 13, for the New York Catholic Conference’s (NYCC) Catholics at the Capitol, to express their support for issues of interest to N.Y. bishops. “We have a duty to be very active and involved,” said Cardinal Timothy Dolan. “America is at her best when […]
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Poles Transplant Custom In Borough Park Parish
by Antonina Zielinska In the midst of Lenten preparations, the Polish community of St. Frances de Chantal parish, Borough Park, has erected a statue of Jezus Frasobliwy in the backyard of its church, continuing a tradition practiced in Poland since the beginning of the 16th century. In English, the statue is often referred to as […]
New Vicar Will Serve Parishes in Brooklyn
by Antonina Zielinska In the presence of his brother priests, his family, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, retired Bishop Thomas V. Daily and Auxiliary Bishop Octavio Cisnero, Father Joseph Grimaldi swore to uphold the office of the Episcopal Vicar for Brooklyn. Holy Name Church, Park Slope, was filled March 3 during the installation Mass. “Thank you, bishop, […]
RCIA – Diocese Welcomes 949 Preparing for Full Communion with Church
It was an important event for both the participants and the Diocese of Brooklyn. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio led the diocesan Rite of Election Feb. 26 in two separate ceremonies at Christ the King R.H.S., Middle Village, to welcome 949 new candidates and catechumens, who will enter into full union with the Catholic Church this Easter […]
Jesus’ African Roots
by Antonina Zielinska, To celebrate the Flight of the Holy Family into Egypt, a largely Nigerian congregation joined Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio Feb. 5 at St. James Cathedral-Basilica, Downtown Brooklyn, for a bilingual Mass. During his homily, the bishop stressed the importance of accepting the fact that God allows suffering in the world. He asked the […]
Diocese Has Strong Presence at March for Life (with slide show)
by Antonina Zielinska Buses from throughout the diocese brought hundreds of pro-life supporters to the 39th annual March for Life Jan. 23 to join the tens of thousands of demonstrators in Washington D.C. “I came to speak for the children who cannot speak for themselves,” said Michael Cucci, a parishioner of Most Precious Blood parish, […]
Haitians Unite in Prayer for Quake Victims
by Antonina Zielinska, On the second anniversary of the earthquake that devastated Haiti, hundreds of Haitian faithful from throughout the diocese gathered in Holy Family parish, Canarsie, for a commemorative Mass celebrated by Father Gerard Dumont. Though the occasion was a somber one, the church was filled with songs of praise to God. During his […]
Parish Marks Feast Day
by Antonina Zielinska In honor of its feast day, the mostly Hispanic community of Epiphany Church, Williamsburg, welcomed the Three Magi during a Mass and fiesta, Jan. 6. The Three Kings, portrayed by Robinson Roman, Victor Valdez, and Efrain Quiles, processed through the streets accompanied parishioners, servers and Father Manuel de Jesús Rodriguez, pastor of […]
On Independence Day, Haitians Have Homeland on Their Minds (with slide show)
by Antonin Zielinska Continuing their tradition of gathering around the Eucharist to celebrate their nation’s independence, Haitians from throughout the diocese joined Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio and retired Auxiliary Bishop Guy Sansaricq for Mass Jan. 1 at St. Teresa of Avila Church, Prospect Heights. “Today, it’s a great day for all of you,” said Bishop DiMarzio […]
How Polish Children Prepare for Christmas
Continuing an 800-year-old Polish tradition, parishioners at St. Stanislaus Kostka parish, Greenpoint gather in church Monday to Saturday at 6:30 in the morning during Advent to prepare for the coming of the Messiah by celebrating the Roraty Mass. This celebration of thanksgiving to Mary is done before dawn so the church can be in complete […]