For Benoit Chavanne, a transitional deacon in the Diocese of Brooklyn, the journey to the priesthood has been a lifelong process.
Author: Bill Miller
Priest Suffering With Myeloma Decries New York State Bill on Assisted Suicide
Of the 16 New York state senators with districts in the Diocese of Brooklyn, eight are co-sponsors of Medical Aid In Dying Act. They call it “death with dignity,” but Father Morty O’Shea disagrees.
Meet the Priests: Deacon Robert Ruggiero Aims to Follow St. Joseph’s Example, Become ‘Spiritual Father’
Deacon Robert Ruggiero has long thought that God had a specific mission for him — possibly the priesthood. But his journey to obedience lasted far beyond three days — about 30 years.
Only in Print: Holy Child Jesus CA Celebrates Renovations, May Crowning
Students at Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy had a double celebration on May 30 to mark recently completed renovations to the school’s 108-year-old campus, and to honor Mary with a May crowning. Bishop Robert Brennan joined the students for both events.
New York Alliance Against Assisted Suicide Plans Demonstration Ahead of Possible NY Senate Vote
The New York Alliance Against Assisted Suicide has said it has obtained information that the New York State Senate may vote on an assisted suicide bill on June 9, and as such has rescheduled a demonstration in Albany for that same day.
Following Pope Francis’ Call to Care for Creation, Local Catholic Highlights Environmental Dangers of Microplastics
Following Pope Francis’ call to care for creation, a Catholic scientist on Long Island highlights environmental dangers of microplastics.
Following a Franciscan Example, Advocates Work to Reinvigorate NY Oysters
In response to “Laudato Sí,” Kevin Horbatiuk, a lawyer, finds time to paddle his kayak through the riverine environs of Manhattan Island, volunteering with two oyster restoration groups.
Oldest Religious Sister in World Has Years Of Wisdom With Dash of Humor
This religious sister has nothing to prove, especially now that she is the world’s oldest.
Turning Darkness Into Light: St. Boniface Prepares for Change as New High Rise Builds in Brooklyn
Natural light has disappeared from three cherished stained glass windows at the Oratory Church of St. Boniface in Brooklyn.
Flour Power: Queens Baker Makes New Batch of Papal Delights
When the papal conclave elected a new pope on May 8, Maria Notaro of La Guli Pastry Shop in Astoria was all in on creating a new batch of pope-themed cookies.