Father Edward Flanagan, the famous founder of Boys Town who was declared venerable by Pope Leo XIV on March 23, began his journey to the priesthood 120 years ago at the same seminary where priests from the Diocese of Brooklyn study today.
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East Meadow Parish Installs Blessed McGivney Statue: ‘A Long Time Coming’
On April 12, members of the Knights of Columbus and the Columbiettes of Pope Pius XII Council 4422 processed across the parking lot of St. Raphael Parish for the blessing of a new statue of Blessed Michael McGivney.
Dominican Sisters Challenge NY State Gender-Identity Law
The Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne, who for more than a century have cared for terminal cancer patients, have sued the State of New York, alleging officials have threatened to shut down their ministry unless they violate their Catholic faith.
NYPD Academy to Be Renamed for Late Det. Steven McDonald
Nearly 40 years after a Central Park shooting left him paralyzed, the NYPD will rename its Police Academy for Det. Steven McDonald — honoring not only his service, but the powerful witness of forgiveness that defined the rest of his life.
Former Substance Abuser: St. Christopher’s Inn ‘Changes You Without Your Permission’
For Peter, the journey to sobriety began at St. Christopher’s Inn in Garrison, which has offered 12-step treatment programs since 1960.
Good Friday Way of the Cross Draws Faithful Seeking Deeper Walk With Christ
Hundreds of Catholics and Greek Orthodox Christians united for a Good Friday Way of the Cross procession over the Brooklyn Bridge.
Father Frank Mann Celebrates Mass for White House Staff
When Father Frank Mann looked out at the congregation during a Mass for White House staff on April 1, he was stunned to realize it was mostly young people.
The Soundtrack of the Easter Season: 10 Beloved Catholic Hymns
On Easter Sunday, not only will pews fill, but music will ring out from churches nationwide to celebrate the Resurrection. The common denominator among these hymns is that they are special to the Easter season, with many dating back to the 12th century.
Immaculate Conception Catholic Youth Organization Coach Is Honored by Jr. Knicks
For more than half of his adult life, Jerry Kokkinos has devoted himself to the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) of the Diocese of Brooklyn. Recently, he was honored by the Junior Knicks as the organization’s Coach of the Year
Holy Girl Walk: Praying the Rosary Grows Faith, Forms Friendships in Central Park
On the morning of March 28 at Central Park, decades of the rosary could be heard echoing through a megaphone as a group of nearly 40 women, aged 20 to 60, partook in the first-ever “Holy Girl Walk.”