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Diocesan News
Turning Darkness Into Light: St. Boniface Prepares for Change as New High Rise Builds in Brooklyn
Natural light has disappeared from three cherished stained glass windows at the Oratory Church of St. Boniface in Brooklyn.
New $8M Queens Facility Set to Transform Student Experience at Holy Cross High School
As one school year winds down at Holy Cross High School, anticipation is already growing for the next, as sometime this fall, the school expects to have a new Arts, Technology and Athletics Center.
Meet the Priests: Love for God Was Engine That Made Mechanic Drive Toward Priesthood
Deacon Alvaro Morales Sanchez studied to become a diesel mechanic, but his true passion is fueled by his deep connection with God.
Flour Power: Queens Baker Makes New Batch of Papal Delights
When the papal conclave elected a new pope on May 8, Maria Notaro of La Guli Pastry Shop in Astoria was all in on creating a new batch of pope-themed cookies.
Meet the Priests: Eager to Evangelize, Deacon Callistus Ibeh Is Ready to Live His Dream
Deacon Callistus Ibeh’s journey toward the priesthood wasn’t as easy as riding a bike, but the avid cyclist said he didn’t encounter too many bumps along the way.
Diocese of Brooklyn Gathers To Celebrate Start of ‘New Era’ Under Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate has just barely begun, but he has already had an impact on Melanie Robinson’s life.
St. John’s Offers Honorary Degrees to Local Sister, Priest for Work With Immigrants
St. John’s University conferred honorary degrees to Msgr. James J. Kelly, pastor emeritus at St. Brigid Church in Bushwick, and Sister Margaret Mary O’Doherty, a former New York City Catholic school teacher now serving at a convent with the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill.
Steps Toward Independence: St. Francis College Grad’s Walk of Strength and Success
Jessica Huang, born with cerebral palsy, surprised her family by walking across the stage at St. Francis College’s graduation — after two years of therapy and a journey marked by strength, resilience, and advocacy.
St. Leo Students Erupt Over Pope’s Name: ‘It’s Like a Dream’
Students at St. Leo Catholic Academy in Queens erupted with joy after Cardinal Prevost chose the name Pope Leo XIV—matching their school’s namesake.