We Have Work to Do

IN THE FIRST reading from the prophet Baruch, the word “glory” is used six times. He proclaims a joyful message, calling all of Jerusalem to rejoice because they have been remembered by God, Who comes in splendor to bring them into a share of His glory. Their sufferings and pains are at an end and God’s majesty and justice is to be revealed through them.

The Cost to the Taxpayers

Dear Editor: During the debate about immigration several points are never discussed: the cost to the taxpayers of this country, especially the middle class, is enormous; free medical and dental; free education, even free tuition at our colleges to the children of aliens, who displace naturalized and native citizens; Section 8 housing, whereby the taxpayer pays 70 percent of the rent. The list goes on and on.

Ayn Rand Not the Devil

Dear Editor: The letter of Rick O’Conell (“Parade Never Discriminated,” Nov. 14) from the affluent neighborhood of Little Neck, attacks the Catholic Paul Ryan, accusing him of being an admirer of Ayn Rand.

Age Is Just a Number

Dear Editor: The very first line of the back-page article (“Lidia Opens Up Her Menus for the Popes,” Nov. 7) reads as such: “Lydia Bastianich, even at 68, is working like crazy.”

Questions About Refugees

Dear Editor: The Tablet cover story, Nov. 28, says “Catholics Back Refugee Resettlement,” and Bishop DiMarzio’s column is titled “Welcome The Strangers.”

Thrill of Seeing the Pope

Dear Editor: I just wanted to share a moment of unbelievable joy in my heart and soul about Pope Francis’ visit to Central Park in New York City

Great Class of Deacons

Dear Editor: Your Nov. 14 issue congratulated the 25th anniversary class of Brooklyn’s permanent deacons. It was my pleasure to teach Sacred Scripture to that class and it is my pleasure to congratulate them as well.

Thanks for the Memory

Dear Editor: I happened come across a letter (Oct. 17) that appeared in The Tablet from John Carter.

Speak Well of Vito Lopez

Dear Editor: One of Brooklyn’s storied political leaders passed away the evening of Nov. 9.

Can’t Ignore Pope’s Words

Dear Editor: In politics, labeling people is an easy, if inaccurate, way to try to make one’s point, even if it acts as a hindrance to an effective discussion of issues.