Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio installed Auxiliary Bishop Neil Tiedemann, C.P., as the pastor of St. Matthias parish, Ridgewood, on Nov. 19.
Diocesan News
Queens Knights Feed Neighbors In Need
For a second year, the Msgr. Dillon Knights of Columbus Council No. 5872 in Whitestone teamed with the St. Ambrose Council No. 1463 in College Point to hold a drive to benefit local food pantries. Members collected 750 pounds of food, $300 in monetary donations and an additional $350 to purchase turkeys for the needy.
Liturgies Close Holy Year Around the Diocese
“In this church, thousands have passed through the door that celebrates the love of God,” said Bishop Tiedemann. “We gather in prayer and thanksgiving for the many blessings you and I have experienced as we passed through these doors.”
Mercy-Filled Tour of Holy Doors
Father Dwayne Davis, parochial vicar at St. Thomas Aquinas parish, Flatlands, led a full-day tour of seven Holy Doors of Mercy at churches in Brooklyn and Queens in anticipation of the closing of the Jubilee Year of Mercy this Sunday, Nov. 20.
Foundations for Ministry Begins in January
The Pastoral Institute will be offering its 10-week, 20-hour Foundations for Ministry Program in two languages beginning in January in various host sites. This program is designed for men and women who are discerning participation in the longer Lay Ministry Program or who desire a basic update in theology for ministry. It is being offered in English and Spanish.
Everyone Plays Role in Encouraging Vocations
Promoting religious vocations is the responsibility of every baptized Catholic, said Rockville Centre Deacon Kevin McCormack when he addressed nearly 50 Brooklyn Diocesan parish vocation representatives in Bath Beach Nov. 13.
On Soldier’s Feast, B’klyn Parish Honors Veterans
“We have to support the veterans; otherwise, who will?” said Yolanda Trombetta. “Prayers are powerful, with the help of God many things can get done.”
Our Lady of Cobre Visits Cuban Catholics in Diocese
A replica of the patroness of Cuba brought to the United States by Pope Francis will complete its tour of Queens churches this weekend.
Local Catholics: ‘Let’s Give Trump a Chance’
While many Catholics in the diocese expressed support for the new president-elect, some were disappointed but willing to give the next president a chance.
Local Marathoners’ Times
Here are the times for local parishioners who participated in the New York City Marathon on Sunday, Nov. 5