A vandal hit St. Rita Church in Long Island City again, spray painting a statue of St. Francis of Assisi, completely covering the face, and writing the word “pagan” on the sidewalk on the morning of March 21, the pastor said.
Diocesan News
Devotees of St. Joseph Fill Brooklyn Co-Cathedral for Solemnity Mass
The fragrances of fresh lilies and incense merged on March 19 for a 7 p.m. Mass for the solemnity of St. Joseph at the parish that carries his name in the Diocese of Brooklyn — the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Maryknoll Visit to Upstate NY Inspires Young Catholics to Live Gospel Locally in NYC
Father Joseph Fonti led a group of 110 young adults, teenagers, and clergy from parishes in Queens on a day-long excursion to the Maryknoll Society Center in Ossining, New York on March 7 to learn about the lives of missionaries.
Social Media and Social Outings: Young Catholics Are Flocking to Mass
Young Catholics are increasingly turning to Mass for community, purpose, and friendship, with social media invitations and post-liturgy gatherings helping fill pews at Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church.
Discerning Men Reminded That They’re ‘Giving God a Chance’
Fifty young men ages 16 to 26 recently spent a weekend at the Retreat & Conference Center of the Immaculate Conception discerning a possible call to the priesthood.
The Little Apple: Diocese of Brooklyn’s Sacred Spaces Recreated in Nearly 1M Building Model City
“He Built This City: Joe Macken’s Model,” is a miniature landscape of New York City’s five boroughs. Among the 1 million buildings represented are churches in the Diocese of Brooklyn.
‘Be Thou My Vision’: A Classic Hymn for St. Patrick and the Ages
One of the oldest and most globally beloved Catholic hymns, “Be Thou My Vision,” has a remarkable history dating back to the sixth century. The story of “Be Thou My Vision” begins with St. Patrick, who was kidnapped when he was 16 years old by pirates and then sold into slavery in Ireland
Shamrock & Roll: Breaking Down the Icons of St. Patrick’s Day
Celtic crosses, shamrocks, and green — these symbols of Irish pride have come to represent the “Emerald Isle,” and tell the story of Ireland’s long history of Catholicism, evangelization, and migration.
Bishop Brennan Urges Graduating Seniors in Diocese of Brooklyn to ‘Stay Connected’ to Their Faith
Liam Moloney will graduate from Holy Cross High School and is confident a bright future lies ahead, in part because he will continue his Catholic education by attending Kings College. He was one of approximately 1,000 graduating seniors from Diocese of Brooklyn schools who attended a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert Brennan in their honor.
Annual Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Day Parade Honors Irish American Culture and Faith
Frigid weather could not quell the joyous spirit of the crowd assembled on March 15 for the 51st Annual Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Day Parade.