When you walk into the newly remodeled Mid-East Bakery, you’re struck by a mural behind the counter depicting a cedar tree with a cross of light in its trunk, surrounded by the bounties of Lebanon: bread, olives, and wheat.
Author: John Alexander
The Tablet’s ‘Christ is Risen’ Easter Art Contest Is Now Open to Diocese of Brooklyn Catholic School Students
Future Van Goghs, Rembrandts, and Picassos from across the Diocese of Brooklyn are encouraged to submit their work for The Tablet’s annual “Christ is Risen” art contest for a chance to win cash prizes.
‘Be Thou My Vision’: A Classic Hymn for St. Patrick and the Ages
One of the oldest and most globally beloved Catholic hymns, “Be Thou My Vision,” has a remarkable history dating back to the sixth century. The story of “Be Thou My Vision” begins with St. Patrick, who was kidnapped when he was 16 years old by pirates and then sold into slavery in Ireland
Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral Rector to Be Ordained Monsignor
Father Dominique Hanna, rector of the Eparchy of Saint Maron of Brooklyn’s Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral, will be ordained a monsignor on Feb. 12. The honor comes from the Order of Periodeut — an order of the Eastern Churches including Maronite, Syrian, and Orthodox.
The Songs of Freedom: The Black Gospel Roots of Christian Music
While gospel music can be traced back to the early 17th century, black gospel music really took shape in the late 18th century, when slaves began converting to Christianity and proclaiming their faith through work music.
Queens Parochial Vicar Turns Older Melodies Into Modern Inspiration
Father Joseph Palackal, parochial vicar for St. Margaret Church since 2019, is a world-renowned musicologist and a foremost authority on liturgical music. He can even chant in multiple languages, including Aramaic, the language spoken by ordinary people in Judea at the time of Christ.
Bright Christmas Provides Joy to Parishes, Children in the Diocese of Brooklyn
hanks to the generosity of The Tablet’s readers, the annual Bright Christmas campaign raised $106,149.72, topping last year’s total by nearly $2,000.
Catholic School Students Bring Christmas Spirit to Life in Annual Art Contest
Creativity and faith took center stage as The Tablet celebrated the winners of its annual “Keep Christ in Christmas” art contest. More than 300 young artists from 24 Catholic schools participated, showcasing artwork that reflected the true meaning of Christmas.
Touch of Grace: Jerry Garcia And the Gospel of the Dead
While the iconic skull and skeleton images have become synonymous with the Grateful Dead, fans may be surprised to learn that frontman Jerry Garcia was a man of faith.
Is AI A-OK? Christian Music Chart-Topper Sparks Debate
AI Christian music artist Solomon Ray has over 300,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and has also scored a chart-topping Christian album.