TMLA athletic director Joe Lewinger died on March 28 from complications of the coronavirus.
Diocesan News
The ‘Mass’ Appeal of Livestreaming
The coronavirus pandemic has forced the Diocese of Brooklyn to come up with interesting and creative ways for church pastors and parishioners to stay in touch. With no public celebrations of the Eucharist taking place, parishes are employing a 21st Century solution to the sense of isolation brought about by social distancing.
Emergency Task Force A Mission of Faith
Three weeks ago, Vincent LeVien’s day-to-day activities looked much different than they do right now. Taking a phone call from the streets of New York City with sirens blaring in the distance, on a Friday afternoon he is already in the thick of delivering personal protective equipment (PPE) to doctors, nurses, FDNY, EMS and police forces across the New York metropolitan area.
Chrism Mass Postponed
The Diocese of Brooklyn announced Friday that the Chrism Mass this year will be celebrated on June 19, 2020, at 7:30 PM, the Feast of the Sacred Heart, depending on circumstances at that time.
Bishop DiMarzio Says ‘It’s Time To Make Peace’ in Palm Sunday Video Statement
The Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn, has released a video statement today on this Palm Sunday. Bishop DiMarzio reminds us that the blessed palms signify victory and peace, and in order to truly welcome this into our lives at Easter, we must rid ourselves of resentment.
East Elmhurst Priest is Latest Victim of COVID-19
Father Gioacchino Basile, pastor of Saint Gabriel’s in East Elmhurst, Queens is the latest priest to pass away due to complications associated with COVID-19.
Live Polish Mass Included in New NET-TV Schedule
The Diocese of Brooklyn has announced an expanded broadcast schedule of live Masses that includes one in Polish.
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio Releases Video Statement on ‘Bells of Hope’
The Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn, has released the following video statement tonight, on the first day of the “Bells of Hope” initiative.
Infectious Disease Doctor Will Take Questions Tonight On Currents News
The DeSales Media Group is announcing that tonight’s edition of “Currents News,” broadcast at 7 PM on NET-TV, will feature Dr. Bob Tiballi, an Infectious Disease Expert affiliated with the Catholic Medical Association.
Diocesan Churches to Ring Bells For Coronavirus Patients, Victims And Heroes
Beginning Friday, April 3, parishes in the Brooklyn Diocese with outdoor bells are being called to ring them every day at 3 p.m. as part of a new initiative known as “Bells of Hope.”