The self-described “nerds” of the St. Bartholomew Catholic Academy (SBCA) robotics team have done it again, snagging first place in a citywide science and technology competition for the third time.
Diocesan News
Only in Print: Diocese Deacons: God Guides Us Through Journey of Fatherhood
Being a dad has always been tough — just ask St. Joseph.
NYC Mayoral Candidates Respond to Questionnaire From the Diocese
The Diocese of Brooklyn created and sent a questionnaire to New York City mayoral candidates who appeared in the televised debates to be printed in The Tablet. Their responses are presented here. Democratic candidates Shaun Donovan, Dianne Morales, and Scott Stringer and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa, did not respond to the questionnaire.
Only in Print: Symbolic Nods to the Iconic Saint and Her Time in Brooklyn
There’s more than meets the eye in Brooklyn’s own Mother Cabrini statue and shrine, including a rich collection of symbols, features, and historical references representing the inspiring life of the beloved saint.
Sixth-Grader Thinks Outside the Box to Encourage a Cleaner Neighborhood
One environmentally-conscious local youth is hoping to make the world a cleaner, healthier place, one bag at a time.
Student Spotlight: The Tablet’s COVID Relief Fundraiser Winners
In late May, three students from across the Diocese of Brooklyn were crowned the top subscription-selling winners in The Tablet’s COVID Relief Fundraiser.
Endowment Fund Helps Immigrants In Diocese
Whether it was helping someone find a place to live, get a job or just talk about their problems, Father Andrew Struzzieri was more than just a sympathetic parish priest — he was a guardian angel. One recipient of his generosity is now determined to assist others.
Diocesan Worker Receives ‘Juan Diego’ Award from National Association of Lay Ministry
The National Association for Lay Ministry has picked Nelsa Elías, a longtime lay worker for the Diocese of Brooklyn known for her dedication and profound humility, for its 2021 Juan Diego Award.
CCBQ’s Solar Project a Response to Pope’s ‘Urgent Challenge’ on Climate Change
Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens has formed Laudato Si Corporation, a green-energy initiative to generate renewable energy with arrays of solar photovoltaic panels mounted on the rooftops of residential buildings throughout the diocese.
New Mother Cabrini Statue Stands Proud and Tall Outside Brooklyn Parish Where She Served
It was a long time coming for the Diocese of Brooklyn to have its own Mother Cabrini statue, but the faithful finally got to see the final figure. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio unveiled and blessed the statue and shrine of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini — also known as Mother Cabrini — outside her Brooklyn parish, Sacred Hearts & St. Stephen Church on June 11.