Sister Theresa Ryan, S.C., gave herself freely for 45 years for the benefit of the students and parishioners at St. Sebastian. As the parish honored her during Mass Sunday, June 25, the last of the nuns at the Woodside academy asked for a parting gift.
Author: Antonina Zielinska
Coney Island Alliance Sparks Resort’s Revival
The Catholic Church joins the celebration that is Coney Island in a new way this summer.
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Everyone Welcome at Mass of Inclusion
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Another Priest Found Dead in Mexico
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Maimonides Hospital Helps Brighten Christmas
Pastors and community leaders from 35 churches gathered at Maimonides Medical Center to receive their annual contribution from the Celebration of Light Program.