Msgr. Joseph Grimaldi, episcopal vicar for Brooklyn, was installed May 7 as the pastor of St. Bernard’s parish, Mill Basin by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio.
Diocesan News
125 Years of Faith in Richmond Hill
The country’s only church under the protection of St. Benedict Joseph Labre is marking its 125th year in Richmond Hill.
St. John’s Conference to Explore Church in China
The U.S. Catholic China Bureau will hold a conference at St. John’s University, Jamaica, Aug. 11-13 on the “Experience of the Chinese Catholic Church in the 21st Century.”
Parishes, Schools Honored For Giving the Gift of Life
On May 2, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio and the New York Blood Center recognized the parishes, schools and individuals in Brooklyn and Queens who made significant contributions to the 2016 blood drive campaign.
Prepared to Serve
Twelve men will be ordained to the permanent diaconate on Saturday, May 27, by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral, Prospect Heights.
Live NET-TV Coverage from Fatima
Tune into NET-TV this weekend for special live coverage of the visit of Pope Francis to Fatima, Portugal, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the apparition of the Blessed Mother to three shepherd children.
Molloy HS Will Remember The Life of Karina Vetrano
Archbishop Molloy H.S., Jamaica, will celebrate the life of one of its late alumnae, Katrina Vetrano, with a vigil and relay walk/run event June 23-24.
Life Support
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio was the honoree at The Bridge to Life’s 25th annual gala luncheon.
Approaching Ordination Days
On Saturday, May 27, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio will ordain 12 men to the permanent diaconate at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral, Prospect Heights. On Saturday, June 3, Bishop DiMarzio will ordain 10 men to the priesthood at St. Joseph’s Co-Cathedral. Both ordinations will be broadcast live on NET-TV.
Thank You, Rita!
The diocese celebrated the retirement of Rita Damato, second from left, with a Mass of thanksgiving and luncheon at The Chancery at 310 Prospect Park West.