Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio ordained 16 men to the transitional diaconate Nov. 5 at St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie
Diocesan News
Closing of the Year of Mercy
The Holy Year of Mercy will close on Sunday, Nov. 20. In the Brooklyn Diocese, five bishops and an episcopal vicar will participate in closing ceremonies that include Mass and the blessings of the Holy Doors at six sites.
Italy’s ‘Singing Nun’ Will Aid Futures in Education
The winner of Italy’s version of “The Voice,” Sister Cristina Scuccia, O.S.U., will make her first stage appearance in the U.S. next month when she lends her singing talents to benefit Catholic education.
Det. McDonald Brings Healing Message to Kids
“Fellas, I’m a police officer. I’d like to talk to you,” McDonald recounted saying.
Lay Ministry Program Honors Parish Leaders
About 150 persons gathered at the Dyker Beach Golf Course on Nov. 5 for the fifth annual fundraiser, “Celebrating Lay Ministry: Working in the Vineyard of the Lord.”
Deanery Mass Set for Northern Brooklyn
A deanery Mass for Brooklyn No. 1 will be celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Raymond Chappetto at St. Francis of Paola Church, Williamsburg, on Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 7:30 p.m. St. Francis of Paola is a worship space within Divine Mercy parish.
Dorothy Bennett Center Marks 20 Years of Mercy-filled Services
The Dorothy Bennett Mercy Center marked two major milestones Oct. 14: its 20th anniversary and its 10th annual benefit at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club.
Diocesan Pilgrimage Visits National Shrine
As the Year of Mercy draws to a close in the coming weeks, Brooklyn and Queens Catholics shared a day of prayer and pilgrimage focused on the Mother of Mercy.
East New York Teens Host Family Fun Day
Children played soccer and raced in potato sacks in the churchyard while adults sat back enjoying some barbecue and the sight of freshly carved pumpkins.
20 Years a Bishop
Bishop DiMarzio Marks Anniversary With a Call for More Priests