New York City police detectives are still seeking information regarding a burglary at St. Anastasia Church, Douglaston, on Friday, Aug. 26.
Diocesan News
St. Peter Claver Praised as a Champion of ‘Human Dignity’
Bishop Robert Brennan celebrated a Mass in honor of the Feast Day of St. Peter Claver on Sept. 9 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Only in Print: The Saints of Hispanic Heritage Month
Catholics have good reason, and abundant resources, to explore their faith through the lens of National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Membership Drive Opens to Readers of The Tablet
Members will receive an assortment of benefits that brings them closer to the newspaper and their community. Among the highlights are tickets to special events, a signed copy of the new book, “Chasing Church News” by The Tablet’s Editor Emeritus Ed Wilkinson, and invitations to the Bishop’s Christmas Luncheon and annual editors’ roundtable reception.
PHOTOS: Feast of Our Lady of Velankanni Mass
Around 700 people attended the Mass, which was followed by a procession from 13 different ethnic groups.
Bishop Robert Brennan Processes Over Brooklyn Bridge, Leads Brooklyn FDNY Mass This September 11
The Most Reverend Robert Brennan, Bishop of Brooklyn, joined members of the FDNY’s Battalion 57 in Brooklyn for a procession over the Brooklyn Bridge to the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph.
KofC Councils in Diocese Mark 20th 9/11 Fundraiser/Picnic
Knights of Columbus councils in Brooklyn and Queens began hosting in 2002 an annual Family Picnic and fundraiser to honor people who died in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. This year marked the event’s 20th anniversary.
Catholic Schools Are Parishes Unto Themselves for Chaplains
Chaplains assigned to Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Brooklyn serve students, faculty, staff, alumni and more. That’s why these campus communities are considered actual “parishes” by chaplains like Father Ralph Edelman at St. Francis Preparatory High School in Queens.
First Day of School Brings Excitement for Students … and the Superintendent
He didn’t bring an apple for the teacher, but Deacon Kevin McCormack brought lots of excitement when he visited St. Michael Catholic Academy on the first day of school on Sept. 7.
Only In Print: How Missionaries of Charity Carry on Mother Teresa’s Work
They are diligently and lovingly carrying on the work of a beloved saint, and their work takes place right here in the Diocese of Brooklyn.