Beloved math teacher and former principal William Ferguson dedicated over 50 years to St. Elizabeth Catholic Academy, inspiring generations through his passion for education and unwavering commitment to his community.
Author: Paula Katinas
CCBQ Peer Counselors Lend ‘Personal Touch’ To Recovery Efforts
A unique project run by Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens (CCBQ) has people with experience with drug use serve as counselors for its Opioid Prevention and Treatment (OPT) program.
Pro-Life Leaders Contend With Fallout Over NY Suicide Bill
In the wake of the New York State Senate’s June 9 passage of a bill to legalize assisted suicide, pro-life advocates have refocused their efforts on convincing Gov. Kathy Hochul to veto it.
Diocese of Brooklyn, St. John’s University Partner to Support Future Catholic School Teachers
Jill Anzalone, a rising freshman at St. John’s University, has long harbored a desire to become a Catholic school teacher.
Meet the Priests: Deacon Juan Herrera Is Hitting the Right Notes
Deacon Juan Herrera, who will be ordained a priest in the Diocese of Brooklyn on June 28, uses his guitar to spread God’s message of love.
At 94, Catholic Academy Grad Gives Back to School She ‘Loves’
Herta Fuchs, 94, has volunteered at St. Joseph Catholic Academy for 19 years, but her association with the academy dates back more than 80 years.
New $8M Queens Facility Set to Transform Student Experience at Holy Cross High School
As one school year winds down at Holy Cross High School, anticipation is already growing for the next, as sometime this fall, the school expects to have a new Arts, Technology and Athletics Center.
Meet the Priests: Love for God Was Engine That Made Mechanic Drive Toward Priesthood
Deacon Alvaro Morales Sanchez studied to become a diesel mechanic, but his true passion is fueled by his deep connection with God.
Meet the Priests: Eager to Evangelize, Deacon Callistus Ibeh Is Ready to Live His Dream
Deacon Callistus Ibeh’s journey toward the priesthood wasn’t as easy as riding a bike, but the avid cyclist said he didn’t encounter too many bumps along the way.
Diocese of Brooklyn Gathers To Celebrate Start of ‘New Era’ Under Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate has just barely begun, but he has already had an impact on Melanie Robinson’s life.