Pope Leo’s First Papal Trip Promotes Middle East Peace, Unity
November 25, 2025
Pope Leo XIV has steadfastly voiced his concerns for the Christians living in the Middle East. Putting those words into...
John Alexander
Brooklyn-Born Singer, Actress, Activist Lena Horne Was Often Guided by Faith
November 5, 2025
When Lena Horne died on May 9, 2010, at the age of 92, she was revered as one of the...
Hispanic Music Enriches Catholic Worship in the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Parishes
October 16, 2025
Music traditions honoring Hispanic heritage are an integral part of the Catholic faith, especially in the Diocese of Brooklyn, where...
Our Lady of Angels Music Director Has Devoted Career to Serving the Church
September 24, 2025
Music director Scott Battaglia has pursued music ministry across New York City, now bringing his lifelong passion for church music...
From ‘Born to Run’ to ‘The Rising’: Bruce Springsteen’s Spiritual Journey
September 16, 2025
Many milestones are occurring this year for Bruce Springsteen, not the least of which was the 50th anniversary of his landmark...
First Parish in the Northeast Has Been Named for St. Carlo Acutis
September 9, 2025
For the first time in the Northeastern United States, a parish has been renamed to honor St. Carlo Acutis, the...
Melkite Pastor Rizk Leaving Brooklyn for Lebanon
September 4, 2025
It’s always bittersweet when a beloved pastor moves on to a new role. And for the parishioners of the Church...
Roadmap to Unity: Pope Leo XIV Prioritizing Union With Eastern Orthodox Church
August 11, 2025
On the heels of a successful Catholic-Orthodox pilgrimage to Rome, Constantinople, and Nicaea, Pope Leo XIV continues to express his...
Among Her Souvenirs: Connie Francis’ Faith Shaped Her Life and Music
July 28, 2025
Connie Francis, the trailblazing pop icon and first Catholic female solo artist to top the Billboard charts, has died at...
A Cry for Hope: Brooklyn Parish Hosts Triduum Prayer for Haiti Amid Nation’s Struggle With Gang Violence
June 27, 2025
In preparation for the feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, the Patroness of Haiti, St. Jerome Church in East...