As Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s cause for sainthood gains momentum, senior priests and religious in the Diocese of Brooklyn reflect on his lasting influence — and how renewed interest is introducing a new generation to the pioneering televangelist.
Author: Bill Miller
Retired Brooklyn Priest Shares 25-Year Archbishop Fulton Sheen Collection
A retired Brooklyn priest shares his rare 25-year collection of Archbishop Fulton Sheen memorabilia — from signed books to personal letters — as excitement grows over Sheen’s upcoming beatification.
Beatified Nigerian Priest Contended With Colonialism, Traditional Religion to Live the Gospel
Blessed Cyprian Michael Iwene Tansi evangelized in Nigeria from 1937 to 1950, serving parishioners, inspiring vocations, and facilitating conversions. Yet despite these accomplishments, Father Tansi personified humility,
Bishops of Two Continents Call for More Solidarity to Help Africa
The expression of solidarity came amid the Trump administration’s recent foreign aid cutbacks for Africa. Meanwhile, Christians on the African continent — including thousands of Catholics — face violent religious persecution.
Era of Archbishop Ronald Hicks Begins in The Archdiocese of New York
The era of Archbishop Ronald Hicks as shepherd of the Archdiocese of New York officially began on Feb. 6 with his installation Mass at a filled-to-capacity St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Slope for the Best: Long Island Triplets Chase Snow, Dreams, Olympic Success
Long Island was still a winter wonderland in the final days of January, nearly a week after a major snowstorm blanketed much of the nation. Helaina and Henniyah Rivers of West Babylon said they wished they had seen such snow in Argentina last July.
Nearly 100 Religious Sisters, Brothers Celebrate World Day for Consecrated Life in Queens
The religious sisters attending the World Day for Consecrated Life event at St. John’s University represented different cultures, languages, and ministries, but they celebrated a shared mission — living the Gospel as servants of the universal Church.
Queens Student Turns Sleep Paralysis Into Award-Winning Science Triumph at St. Francis Prep
Since she was 12, Yanchen (Angela) Wang, now 17, has stressed about falling asleep. Whether waking up or dozing, Angela, a senior at St. Francis Preparatory School, has heard odd noises, like feet stomping and people yammering in an unidentifiable language. She called these frightening episodes “auditory hallucinations.”
Family Finds Purpose, Joy Caring For Daughter With Rare Condition
Alex Simpson recently celebrated her 20th birthday — a miracle, according to her parents, given that she wasn’t expected to live longer than a year.
Amid Rising Tensions, Pro-Life Sidewalk Ministers Strive to Offer Hope
“I always get really nervous,” says Bernadette Patel before she swings into action as a pro-life sidewalk counselor. “That’s why I always try to go to Mass beforehand. I pray, ‘Please, let this day be peaceful. And let there be a woman who chooses life.’ ”