Dear catechumens and candidates: Welcome home. The diocese rejoices with the angels and saints on this most holy night. May the light of the risen Christ burn brightly within you always, and may you grow daily in faith, hope, and charity.

Above all, heed Pope Leo’s appeal: Choose dialogue over destruction, mercy over vengeance, life over death.

As March Madness begins, a quiet story of faith, formation, and triumph is emerging from the Diocese of Brooklyn.

This St. Patrick’s Day, let us move beyond mere green-clad festivity. Attend Mass if possible, pray, and ask the patron saint to intercede for a renewed outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Ireland.

Catholic universities are not neutral ground; they are called to form minds and hearts in accordance with the teachings of Christ.

Pope Leo XIV’s recent discussion with the priests of the Diocese of Rome on Feb. 19 offers a timely and important reminder of the human-inspired dimension of priestly ministry in an age dominated by rapid technological advances.

In an era when the Church grapples with secularism and digital distractions, the life and ministry of Archbishop Fulton Sheen stands as a beacon of innovative evangelization, worthy of consideration for sainthood.

As we reflect on his leadership, it’s clear that Cardinal Dolan brought a unique blend of Midwestern warmth, unyielding faith, and media-savvy charisma to one of the world’s most prominent archdioceses. 

Black History Month provides an occasion for reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to the Gospel’s call for justice, reconciliation, and the recognition of every person’s dignity as made in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). 

While this week’s edition of The Tablet highlights the March for Life — the annual pro-life gathering in Washington near the anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court ruling Roe v. Wade — we are also focusing on broader pro-life issues, including social justice, disabilities, human trafficking, and equal rights.