Thomas and Mary Powers have been dedicated supporters of The Tablet’s Bright Christmas campaign for decades.
Author: John Alexander
Only In Print: Songs That Celebrate Home and Hard Times for Thanksgiving
Music has always served as a means to help us get through difficult days.
Local Priest’s Family Marks Life’s Journeys With Bright Christmas
The Tablet’s Bright Christmas campaign has been helping those in need for over half a century, and, for Father Guy Sbordone, the annual burst of momentum for generosity has become a much-anticipated family event.
Bright Christmas Memories Inspire Ex-Brooklynite Couple’s Generosity
Even after moving from New York City to the suburban town of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, John and Eileen Gallo remain among The Tablet’s Bright Christmas fund’s most dedicated supporters. And it’s something they look forward to every year.
‘Common Sense’ Candidates Claim Local City Council Seats
New York State Conservative Party Chairman Jerry Kassar called Tuesday, Nov. 2 “a very, very good day,” with a plethora of Republican-Conservative wins throughout the state, including many victors who will take office for the first time.
The Tablet’s Annual ‘Bright Christmas’ Campaign Is Back
The Tablet’s 2021 Bright Christmas campaign has officially begun! The yearly event is devoted to giving back to those less fortunate. Bright Christmas has been a tradition for over half a century, with the goal of ensuring that no child goes without a gift on Christmas.
Songs You Can Appreciate While We’re ‘Saving Time’
With Daylight Saving Time upon us, this could be a good opportunity to reflect about songs that revolve around the notions of how time passes, how to hold onto it, and how to use it well.
Pioneer Bay Ridge Pastor Has Street Named in His Memory
It is very rare for a pastor to serve one parish for over half a century, but Father Paul Schneirla was that rare individual.
Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning?
It took over two months for the music industry to address the horrific attacks that occurred on 9/11. People were confused, angry, and still in shock over what occurred on that fateful day, until a country singer from Newnan, Ga., helped put it all into perspective for us with a song that resonated throughout the country and the world.
Only In Print: Remembering The Gospel King of Rock & Roll
There are mile stones that are embedded in the minds of people of a certain generation. Everyone knows where they were when they learned that President John F. Kennedy had been assassinated, everyone was glued to their television when Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, and everyone remembers how they felt on August 16, 1977, when Elvis Presley passed away at just 42 years old.
