Bishop-elect James Massa celebrated a Tridentine Mass in Latin at Holy Name Church, Park Slope, on June 19, to pray for peace in the Middle East.
Diocesan News
Education Tax Credit Fails Again
As The Tablet went to press, the final details of the New York State budget were being announced in Albany. But the Education Tax Credit, which was a priority of the New York State Bishops, was left out of the final deal. A diocesan representative said, “Speaker (Carl) Heastie chose not to help us. The […]
New Officers for Pastoral Council
The Diocesan Pastoral Council has announced a new slate of officers. At its June 16th meeting, Annmarie McLaughlin of Sacred Heart parish, Bayside, was elected chairperson and Christopher Iasiello of Sacred Hearts-St. Stephen, Carroll Gardens, is now the new vice-chair. The new executive secretary is Helene Cirrincione from St. Bernard parish, Mill Basin. Iasiello also […]
Charities’ Dinner Raises Over $1 Million
The Bishop’s Humanitarian Dinner honored James F. Crystal, Peter M. Meyer and Mary C. E. Thompson. The annual event, attended by 600 people, raised more than $1,100,000 for Catholic Charities.
Cathedral Club Induction
The Cathedral Club of Brooklyn held its induction of new officers on June 19. Vincent LeVien, director of external affairs at DeSales Media Group, was installed as president.
When Writing Your Will, Remember ‘Generations’
During the early part of Generations of Faith, and as we continue campaigning, our pastors are often asked by people about the different ways they can support their parish.
Special Needs Program Celebrates Graduation
Students, parents and teachers were filled with joy as 10 students graduated from Catherine Laboure Special Education Program at St. Frances Cabrini Church, Bensonhurst, June 18. As teachers said goodbye to the class of 2015, they were preparing for a change of location next fall.
Unity-Unidad Was Theme of Youth Rally in Bensonhurst
Scores of Catholics filled the streets around St. Athanasius Church, Bensonhurst, as they celebrated a bilingual night of adoration June 19. The youth event, titled “Unity.Unidad,” featured multi-cultural components to highlight the beauty of Christian unity.
Pastor’s Installation in Woodside
Father Kevin Abels was installed by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio as the 10th pastor of St. Sebastian’s parish, Woodside, on Saturday, June 13. Pictured behind the pastor are parochial vicars, Fathers Carlos Velasquez and Rodnev Lapommeray.
Metuchen Deacon Grew Up in Richmond Hill Parish
Thomas Sommero, a former member of Holy Child Jesus parish, Richmond Hill, was ordained a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Metuchen, N.J. He will serve at the parish of Our Lady of Mount Virgin, Middlesex. Born in Queens, he attended Holy Child Jesus School; Christ the King R.H.S., Middle Village; and St. John’s University. […]