Transitional Deacon Paul Zwolak emerged from his ordination June 6 as Father Zwolak, the newest member of the pastoral staff at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in the Flatlands.
Diocesan News
Burning With Patriotism, Catholics Helped Save the Revolution at Battle of Brooklyn
Had it not been for the sacrifice of the “Maryland 400” — many of them Catholic — the American Revolution could have been lost at the Battle of Brooklyn.
Diocese of Brooklyn Welcomes New Deans, Incardinated Priests in Solemn Ceremonies at Douglaston
The Diocese of Brooklyn on June 3 installed longtime pastors to lead five deaneries and incardinated three priests who were already serving local parishes.
Knicks, Spurs at NBA Finals: A Look at Local Players From Brooklyn, Queens Catholic Schools
As the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs, a player on each team calls the Diocese of Brooklyn home.
How Immigrants Helped Shape the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Growth
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, The Tablet is looking at the proud history of the Diocese of Brooklyn. Namely, the different ethnic groups that make up the “Diocese of Immigrants.”
The Mary Louis Academy’s Badminton Team Causes Quite the ‘Racket’ in Queens
Of all the Catholic high schools throughout New York City, only one fields a Catholic High School Athletic Association badminton program: The Mary Louis Academy.
20 First Communicants From Queens Deanery 5 Lead Eucharistic Procession
The streets of Bayside were alive with hymns and prayers during a Eucharistic procession on May 28 between Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament and Sacred Heart of Jesus parishes in the northeastern Queens community.
Answered Prayers: Pastor’s Mom Asks God to Help Priests
Raisa Diaz, whose son, Father Jose Diaz, is a priest, has organized a new ministry at her church, Blessed Sacrament in Jackson Heights, to pray for the well-being of priests.
St. Edmund Church in Breezy Point Rededicated, 13 Months After Devastating Easter Fire
Bishop Robert Brennan rededicated St. Edmund Church in Breezy Point 13 months after a devastating Easter fire, celebrating the restoration of the parish’s beloved church.
Scammers Offering Fake Legal Help, Putting Immigrant Families at Risk
A surge in immigration fraud has overwhelmed legal aid organizations, doubled federal complaint filings, and, in at least one documented case, led directly to deportation.