The Diocese of Brooklyn is demanding an immediate public apology from “Saturday Night Live” and NBC after Saturday night’s disgraceful and offensive skit in which cast member Pete Davidson, during the Weekend Update segment, said: “If you support the Catholic Church, isn’t that the same thing as being an R. Kelly fan?” The statement clearly shocked the studio audience as gasps could be heard off camera.
Diocesan News
Bishop of Brooklyn Supports Federal Tax Credit-Based Scholarship Program
The United States’ Secretary of Education’s proposal for a new federal tax credit-based scholarship program is receiving the Brooklyn bishop’s stamp of approval.
The Passing of St. Joseph HS’ First Lay Principal
One day after the passing of St. Joseph H.S.’ first lay-principal since the school was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph more than 100 years ago, a solemn memorial service was held for Caroline Latham at the Oratory Church of St. Boniface in Downtown Brooklyn, Feb. 27.
Beginning The Season of Lent: Ash Wednesday Throughout the Diocese
March 6 marked the beginning of the season of Lent and Ash Wednesday liturgies were held throughout the diocese at various parishes.
Generations of Faith Funds Renovations in Ridgewood
In its renewed beauty, Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church (OLMM) is a testament of the living hearts of Mary and Jesus beating in salvation of the people, said Auxiliary Bishop James Massa.
Bed-Stuy Faithful Showcase Their Faith Through Art
The parish of St. Martin De Porres, Bedford-Stuyvesant, hosted its fifth annual art exhibit at Brooklyn Waldorf School, March 3.Local artists, professional and amateur alike, were invited to display their talents in accordance with this year’s theme: “Let Our Praise Arise.”
Queens St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The month-long celebration of St. Patrick’s Day got underway with the 44th annual Queens Parade in Rockaway. The day began with a Mass for justice and peace at St. Francis de Sales Church, Belle Harbor.
Little Flower and St. John’s Residence Announce Affiliation
Combining their deep roots in New York City and long histories of helping those in need in their communities, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have entered into an affiliation agreement.
Father Lauder’s 56th Friday Film Festival in Douglaston
The 56th Friday Film Festival, presented by Father Robert Lauder and the diocesan Secretariat for Evangelization and Catechesis, is now underway at the Immaculate Conception Pastoral Center in Douglaston.
Queens County Parade Honorees
Irish leaders and friends came together for a festive dinner dance to install the 2019 Queens County St. Patrick’s Day Parade honorees at Antun’s Restaurant in Queens Village. Sashes were distributed to the men and women who will lead the line of march this weekend. This year’s honorees include Grand Marshal Thomas A. Callahan; Honorary […]