The Diocese of Brooklyn has removed from all priestly ministries Father Michael McHugh, parochial vicar for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Astoria, after an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor was substantiated, according to the diocese.
Diocesan News
Meet the Priests: Deacon Paulo Salazar Logs Many Miles in Journey to Priesthood
When Paulo Salazar decided to answer God’s call to become a priest, which he described as “this kind of gentle stirring of the heart,” it seemed a natural fit. After all, the 27-year-old had grown up in St. Joan of Arc Church and considered it a second home.
Vandal Charged With Hate Crime After Defacing Queens’ Parish Statue
Around 8 p.m. on June 21, Holy Family Church in Fresh Meadows was vandalized for the fourth time in recent years. This time, a statue of the Holy Family and the church’s two front doors were damaged.
Queens Cyclist Completes 700-Mile Pilgrimage With Blessing From Pope Leo XIV
Victor Mooney, a Catholic inspired by Pope Francis’ five-day pilgrimage to Poland, returned home June 16 after completing a nearly 700-mile cycling journey to raise awareness about antisemitism.
Sister Camille D’Arienzo Ends 52-Year Run on 1010 WINS
Now that her tenure at 1010 WINS has come to an end, Sister Camille D’Arienzo is looking back at her years at the station with fondness.
Tuned Into Faith: Musician Michael Zabrocki Prepares for Special Concert at Holy Trinity Church
Michael Zabrocki, director of music ministries at Holy Trinity Church in Whitestone, is preparing for a concert on June 27 for the feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and the close of the Jubilee celebration on the 350th anniversary of his apparition.
Xaverian Lacrosse Player Thrives In International Tournament
One Diocese of Brooklyn teen has his sights set on playing lacrosse in the Olympics, and his recent taste of international competition has him craving more: Patrick Cahill is a 16-year-old sophomore junior varsity lacrosse player at Xaverian H.S., Bay Ridge.
Meet the Priests: Deacon Benoit Chavanne From France Seeks ‘Ministry of Presence’ as Priest in Brooklyn
For Benoit Chavanne, a transitional deacon in the Diocese of Brooklyn, the journey to the priesthood has been a lifelong process.
Dedication Big Part of Equation For Legendary Math Teacher
Beloved math teacher and former principal William Ferguson dedicated over 50 years to St. Elizabeth Catholic Academy, inspiring generations through his passion for education and unwavering commitment to his community.
St. Pancras Alums Celebrate Beloved First-Grade Teacher at Annual Reunion
The St. Pancras Class of 1961 has been having reunions for about 20 years. This year, the roughly 30 graduates were joined by a special guest, their first grade teacher – Sister Teresa McCombe.