Dear Editor: The Tablet (March 10) brought the very happy news that Blessed Pope Paul VI will be a declared a saint in late October. It brought back such great memories of his one-day visit to New York City to address the United Nations in early October 1965
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Distinctions on Immigration
Dear Editor: Addressing my previous letter, Edith Newman says we accomplish nothing by vilifying people who are fleeing terror and we should monitor our own attitudes and the adherence to moral principles by our government.
Values of Catholic Voters
Dear Editor: The discourse in The Tablet over the last year has been somewhat perplexing. We have a President in Donald Trump, who is squarely on the side of the pro-life movement, always uses faith and God in his speeches, and seeks to protect and serve the citizens of the U.S.
Focus on Forgiveness
Dear Editor: As Lent is a period of reflection, sacrifice, and for many, renewing ties to their Christian faith, the theme of forgiveness has been the focus of many discussions in the faith-sharing group which I attend at Sacred Heart parish in Bayside.
Congress Must Act on Guns
Dear Editor: There is absolutely no logical reason for any gun shop or gun show to be selling major assault weapons. The only people who should have those weapons legally are law enforcement and our military.
Not All Yoga Is Bad
Dear Editor: I almost did a double take upon reading Bishop DiMarzio’s comment: “Even certain New Age forms of Reiki or Yoga can inadvertently create an opportunity for evil spirits to enter.”
Tributes to Msgr. Mahoney
Dear Editor: I was so sorry to hear about the passing of one of my favorite teachers from Cathedral Prep Seminary: Msgr. John E. Mahoney. He taught me all four years at Cathedral. His American history was without doubt the best I ever had in high school, college or graduate school.
Who Is My Brother?
Dear Editor: Am I my brothers’ keeper? It seems unthinkable that we are not moved by the death of 17 young people in Parkland, Fla.
Mercy for the Sisters
Dear Editor: I was extremely dismayed when I read the article in The Tablet regarding Angel Guardian Home.
High School Memories
Dear Editor: Memories of Bishop McDonnell H.S.: Oh, the excitement of the class trip to Rye Beach, lunch in a small shoe box and a quarter for carfare and a drink.