New lives as Catholic priests in the Diocese of Brooklyn await three men set to be ordained Saturday, June 4 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Diocesan News
St. Augustine Church Tabernacle Once Featured on NET-TV Series
The tabernacle that was stolen from St. Augustine Church, Park Slope, was featured in 2013 on the NET-TV series “City of Churches.”
Historic Tabernacle Stolen in Brazen Burglary, Eucharist Desecrated at St. Augustine Church
The sacred tabernacle made of silver and gold dating back to the 1890s at historic St. Augustine Parish was stolen overnight Friday in a brazen burglary that left consecrated Communion, housed inside, scattered within the rubble.
Msgr. Cassato Gathers With 1,000 Friends to Mark 50 Yrs. In Priesthood
Fifty years to the day of his ordination, Msgr. David Cassato was feted by his parishioners, fellow clergy members and friends at a gala on Friday, May 27 that marked not only his golden anniversary but his retirement.
Octogenarians Day of Service in Bayside Showcases Volunteerism
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament in Bayside rallied together on May 14 for a day of community service. Some members, now in their 80s, have been doing this type of work for more than 50 years.
Only In Print: ‘Our Lady of…’ What’s In a Name?
If the name is the Blessed Virgin Mary, the answers to this question have filled libraries around the world.
Only In Print: 85 Years Young
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-Annunciation Parish held a surprise birthday party for “85/85 girls” Vida Jankauskas and Josefina Senken.
Only In Print: Walking For Haiti
Nearly $3,000 was raised at the annual From Here to Haiti Walkathon, on May 21 at Little Bay Park in Whitestone, Queens.
Family With History of Fighting to Save Lives Hopes to Inspire Others
Francesca has strong pro-life views born out of her decision not to get an abortion when she was a pregnant teenager three decades ago. She and her husband Matthew inspired their six children to join the pro-life movement.
St. Athanasius Food Pantry Seeks ‘Kind-Hearted’ Help to Stay Open
St. Athanasius Parish in Bensonhurst needs donations of cash and non-perishable food stuffs to stock its pandemic-era food pantry. The donations will help the pantry stay in operation until permanent funding sources are secured, parish officials said.